Bio-Rad Laboratories

Senior Staff Electrical Engineer

Bio-Rad Laboratories$157K — $216K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS/MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with 10+ years of experience (less with advanced degree)
  • Preferred experience in high-voltage (kV) power supply design
  • Strong foundation in analog, digital, power, and mixed-signal circuit design
  • Proven experience with microcontroller-based systems; familiarity with complex systems and high-speed interfaces is a plus
  • Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB tools (Altium preferred)
  • Hands-on lab skills with experience in design verification and manufacturing support
  • Knowledge of safety and EMC standards and life science instrumentation is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute complex hardware development from concept through manufacturing and post-launch support
  • Design, debug, and verify analog, digital, and mixed-signal electronics
  • Collaborate cross-functionally and conduct root-cause and failure analyses
  • Support manufacturing and vendor interactions
  • Contribute to test strategies and fixtures and document designs throughout the product lifecycle
  • Occasionally travel domestically and internationally (10-15%)

Benefits

  • Competitive medical plans for employees and family
  • Free HSA funds
  • Fertility offering with stipend
  • Group life and disability insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • 401k with profit sharing
  • Employee stock purchase program
  • Upgraded mental health support platform
  • Extensive learning and development opportunities
  • Education benefits and student debt relief program
  • Pet insurance
  • Wellness challenges and support programs
  • Paid time off
  • Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Full Job Description
An engineer in this role spends the day designing and verifying complex analog, digital, and mixed-signal electronics while performing hands-on PCBA bring-up and debugging. He will collaborate closely with cross-functional partners to refine system-level architecture. Root-cause analyses of issues to improve design follow by updating design and documentation and delivering the next prototype are the frequent tasks of this role. Aside from this responsibility, a senior staff will have the opportunity to help mentor junior engineers and guide them towards their success.

How You`ll Make An Impact:
  • Lead and execute complex hardware development from concept through manufacturing and post-launch support.
  • Designing, debugging, and verifying analog, digital, and mixed-signal electronics; architecting system-level electronics; overseeing PCBA layout, bring-up, and verification; and ensuring designs meet safety, EMC, quality, DFM, and DFT requirements.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally, conduct root-cause and failure analyses (FMEA, field returns),
  • Support manufacturing and vendors.
  • Contribute to test strategies and fixtures, and document designs throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Occasional domestic and international travel (10-15%) is expected.

What You Bring:
  • Education/Work Experience: BS/MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with relevant experience (10+ years for BS; less with advanced degree).
  • Experience with high-voltage (kV) power supply design preferred, experience in offline power supply design is also in consideration.
  • Strong foundation in analog, digital, power, and mixed-signal circuit design.
  • Proven experience with microcontroller-based systems; familiarity with complex systems (MPUs, DSPs, FPGA/CPLDs) and high-speed interfaces (USB, DDR, Ethernet, LVDS) is a plus.
  • Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB tools (Altium preferred; others a plus).
  • Hands-on lab skills and experience with design verification, root-cause analysis, and manufacturing support.
  • Knowledge of safety and EMC standards (EN61010, EN61326, UL/CE) and life science instrumentation is a plus.
  • Collaborative, detail-oriented engineer passionate about advancing life sciences and healthcare innovation.

Location: This position must be based in Hercules, California and requires the employee to be located within commuting distance of the office.

Total Rewards Package: At Bio-Rad, we`re empowered by our purpose and recognize that our employees are as well. That`s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Bio-Rad's robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee`s work and life cycle.

Benefits: We`re proud to offer a variety of options, including competitive medical plans for you and your family, free HSA funds, a new fertility offering with stipend, group life and disability, paid parental leave, 401k plus profit sharing, an employee stock purchase program, a new upgraded and streamlined mental health platform, extensive learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges and support, paid time off, Employee Resource Groups (ERG`s), and more!

Compensation: The estimated base salary range for this position is $157,400 to $216,400 at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors. This position is eligible for a variable annual bonus, which is dependent upon achievement of your individual objectives and Company performance.

About Bio-Rad Laboratories

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. is an American multinational manufacturer and distributor of life science research and clinical diagnostic products. The company was founded in 1952 in Berkeley, California, by husband and wife team David and Alice Schwartz. The company is a member of the S&P 400 index and has its headquarters in Hercules, California. Bio-Rad's products are used for research and development in the life science market, as well as in clinical diagnostics and industrial markets.
Learn more about Bio-Rad Laboratories
Size
7,900 employees
Market Cap
$12.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.8 billion
5 Year Trend
+7.2%
Revenue
$2.5 billion
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