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Job Title: Principal Electrical Engineer, Digital Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Embedded Systems Hardware Engineer with strong digital design capabilities and foundational analog experience. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in embedded system development, schematic and PCB design, and system-level troubleshooting. This role focuses on hardware and low-level embedded development.

Responsibilities

+ Develop embedded systems with a focus on hardware and low-level embedded design.

+ Design digital circuits and mixed-signal systems with an emphasis on digital design.

+ Create and refine schematics and PCB layouts using design tools such as Altium Designer.

+ Troubleshoot systems down to the component level using tools such as logic analyzers and oscilloscopes.

+ Conduct design reviews and manage the process from concept to prototype.

+ Build upon existing designs and adapt them for new requirements.

+ Collaborate with team members to innovate and improve electromechanical catheter products.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in electrical engineering and electrical design.

+ Experience with digital circuits and digital design.

+ Familiarity with STM32 microcontroller and embedded systems.

+ Competency in using schematic design tools.

+ Ability to troubleshoot systems to the component level.

+ Experience in running design reviews and producing prototypes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience in medical devices is a plus but not required.

+ Knowledge of FPGA and embedded C is beneficial.

Work Environment

The position is based in Santa Clara, working at a state-of-the-art facility. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, with flexible start times between 7 am and 9 am, for an 8-hour shift. This role requires on-site presence and offers the opportunity to work in a leading company in catheter technology.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Santa Clara, California.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $69.00 - $79.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Santa Clara,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.