Electrical Engineer

The Product Development and Production Team at Control Vision, Inc. is responsible for the design, test, manufacture, and support of electrical subsystems. The Team is currently searching for an engineer with 3-8 years of relevant work experience to contribute to a wide range of hardware and software efforts. Working at CVI provides the opportunity to be involved in the engineering process from concept to delivery. You’ll be working alongside a tight-knit multi-disciplinary team that has combined decades of experience in the industry and with each other. The environment is both fast-paced while protecting a work-life balance as you work on innovative and cutting- edge technology.

Primary Responsibilities:

• This role consists primarily of low-level software development, hardware design and testing, manufacturing support, documentation, and material management. Key responsibilities include
• Developing embedded Linux systems and cross-compiled C++ applications, developing desktop GUIs, and writing Python tools and bash scripts
• Developing and executing electrical test procedures, supporting PCB development, and designing and building test fixtures and cables
• Performing electrical test of prototype and production electronics and troubleshooting to the component level utilizing schematics and test equipment
• Collaborating with Printed Circuit Board and Circuit Card Assembly suppliers to support product development.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Manufacturing cables and test units
• Inspecting workmanship
• Conducting trade studies
• Delivering technical presentations
• Staying current with emerging technologies and industry trends so CVI can push the boundaries of technical innovation.

Some travel is required

Required Skills / Experience:

• B.S. Degree or M.S. in Electrical Engineering. Will also consider Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics degrees with relevant coursework and work experience
• 3-8 years of work experience in circuit design and/or electronic hardware development
• Experience with both high- and low-level programming languages, ideally Python and C/C++
• Proficiency in basic circuit design concepts
• Familiarity with serial communication protocols such as UART and I2C
• Familiarity with PCB design tools and processes including schematic capture, layout, and Gerber file generation
• Ability to create plots in Python, MATLAB, or Excel
• Proficiency in writing and reading procedural documents
• High attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills 
• The ability to adapt to new problems and challenges
• U.S. Citizenship is required

Desired Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in C/C++, Python, MATLAB, JavaScript, and HTML
• Proficiency in PCB design software, preferably Altium
• Experience with embedded Linux system development
• Experience with Eagle, Solidworks, CircuitMaker, PuTTY, or equivalent tools
• Knowledge of physics, random variables and its application to modeling and analysis
• Familiarity with command line interfaces
• Familiarity with LTSpice simulations
• Familiarity with industrial imaging interface standards such as GigEVision
• Familiarity with computer networking concepts
• Background in aerospace or defense systems development

Desired Teaming and Collaboration Skills

• Capable of achieving alignment and collaborate between various engineering disciplines to achieve program objectives
• Ability to work independently while establishing schedule and priority needs
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and work styles
• Experience in a small company (Less than 20 employees) environment

Control Vision, Inc. (CVI) is a small business specializing in developing optical sensors for a variety of customers. Our solutions work in challenging environments and applications including optical imaging of high luminosity processes, remote sensing, and the related mechanical design and controls for industrial, aerospace, and defense customers.