Job Summary

We are currently seeking an Electronics and Electrical System Design Engineer. This position is a full-time opportunity located in Columbus, OH.

The selected individual will join a team responsible for designing complex, advanced-technology electronic and electromechanical systems for government and industry customers. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously, and eager to contribute across a diverse portfolio of projects. Onsite work is required for the first 6-9 months, with the potential for a hybrid schedule in the future, dependent on customer contract requirements.

Professional growth in this role extends beyond technical skills and will include contributing to proposal efforts, building relationships with internal clients, participating in IR&D studies, and supporting business development activities led by others.

Responsibilities

As an Electronics and Electrical System Design Engineer, the selected individual will design and develop advanced electronic systems for government and industry clients. Responsibilities may include:

• Interpret, research, and understand design requirements; generate block diagrams and concept designs
• Create circuit board schematics, review PCB layouts, and generate CCA documentation
• Generate and debug firmware code for microprocessors used in embedded systems
• Perform calculations and simulations to predict system performance
• Perform trade studies for component identification and selection
• Create wiring diagrams and wire harness drawings
• Perform testing, debug and resolve errors using standard electrical laboratory equipment
• Reverse engineer electronic systems to support analysis and redesign efforts
• Write test plan documents and support technicians with test setup construction
• Lead team efforts toward a common goal, maintaining commitment to quality results within schedule and budget constraints
• Create summary presentations and technical reports; generate documentation including technical manuals and procedures
• Provide expertise and support for designs post-delivery

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BS EE) or Computer Engineering (BS CE) from an ABET-accredited ECE program with a minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience (relevant research, internship, and co-op experience counts toward total); OR Bachelor's degree in a related field with 8 years of experience; OR Master's degree in a related field with 5 years of experience; OR PhD in a related field with 2 years of experience
• Demonstrated mastery of electrical engineering fundamentals with a strong analytical approach to problem solving and self-motivation to learn on the job
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Visio, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be a US Citizen and must be willing to obtain and maintain a government TS/SCI security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with embedded systems design, programming, and troubleshooting
• Hands-on mechanical and electrical experience with standard tools and methods (soldering, crimping, hand tools, lab and field debugging, etc.)
• Experience with high voltage systems
• Experience with microelectronics circuit design, fabrication, and RF system design and modeling
• Ability to collaborate across technical disciplines to solve complex, multifaceted problems

Compensation Data

Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $105,000 - $150,000 per year, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions.

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life
We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off-giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs .
• Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.