Electrical Engineer

OrthAlign, Inc., a Smart Technologies, growing medical device company, has an immediate opening for an Electrical Engineer.  The Electrical Engineer supports the hardware design and manufacturing of sensor-based technology solutions for next-generation medical devices. This role works closely with Electrical, Software, Mechanical Engineering, and Operations teams to prototype new designs, develop and execute test plans, investigate failures, and improve product performance and reliability.

This position reports daily to our headquarters in Irvine, CA; this is not a remote position.

You will:

• Support research, development, and implementation of new and existing medical device products and electrical designs.
• Design, build, test, and troubleshoot electrical prototypes and engineering development units.
• Develop and execute electrical and system-level test plans to evaluate product functionality, performance, and reliability.
• Analyze test results, investigate failures, identify root causes, and implement or recommend corrective actions.
• Support component selection, qualification, and end-of-life replacements, incorporating design-for-manufacturing, design-for-test, and design-for-cost principles.
• Participate in engineering design reviews, maintain accurate technical documentation and defect records, and drive assigned action items to completion.
• Develop and improve engineering test methods, fixtures, and processes to enhance product quality and development efficiency.
• Collaborate with Electrical, Software, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Field Service teams to resolve technical issues and support product development and production.
• Experience with Altium Designer for schematic capture and PCB layout. (preferred qualification)
• Experience designing battery-powered electronic systems and integrating motion sensors, including accelerometers and gyroscopes.(preferred qualification)
• Knowledge of EMC/EMI principles, IEC 60601, and other applicable medical device electrical safety and compliance standards.(preferred qualification)
• Experience supporting design transfer and manufacturing in the medical device industry or another regulated environment.(preferred qualification)

You need:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 2–5 years of relevant electrical engineering experience, preferably in product development or manufacturing.
• Experience designing, prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting electronic systems, including schematic capture and PCB design/layout.
• Working knowledge of analog and digital circuit design, power management, sensor interfaces, embedded systems, and common communication protocols (I2C, UART, USB).
• Knowledge of PCB fabrication, electronic assembly, component sourcing, soldering, and manufacturing processes.
• Hands-on experience using oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, and other electrical test equipment.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills, with the ability to identify root causes, solve technical problems, and collaborate across engineering and operations teams.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and organized, with the ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and deliver quality results.
• Experience with Altium Designer for schematic capture and PCB layout.
• Experience designing battery-powered electronic systems and integrating motion sensors, including accelerometers and gyroscopes.
• Knowledge of EMC/EMI principles, IEC 60601, and other applicable medical device electrical safety and compliance standards.
• Experience supporting design transfer and manufacturing in the medical device industry or another regulated environment.

• We offer:
• Competitive compensation including bonus and equity
  
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Full benefits package
  
• An evolving, engaging culture and workplace
  
• It is an exciting time at OrthAlign - make your next career move with us!
  
  
• Please Note:  We are unable to provide any type of sponsorship at this time.

OrthAlign is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action workplace. Individuals seeking employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law.