Electrical Engineer

Company Description 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. The Product Development and Production Team at CVI 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 Control Vision 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. Role Description This full-time, on-site Electrical Engineer role is based in Fort Collins, CO. 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 scriptsDeveloping and executing electrical test procedures, supporting PCB development, and designing and building test fixtures and cablesPerforming electrical test of prototype and production electronics and troubleshooting to the component level utilizing schematics and test equipmentCollaborating with Printed Circuit Board and Circuit Card Assembly suppliers to support product development.Staying current with emerging technologies and industry trends so CVI can push the boundaries of technical innovation.Additional responsibilities include manufacturing cables and test units, inspecting workmanship, conducting trade studies, delivering technical presentationsSome travel is requiredRequired QualificationsB.S. Degree or M.S. in Electrical Engineering. Will also consider Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics degrees with relevant coursework and work experience3-8 years of work experience in circuit design and/or electronic hardware developmentExperience with both high- and low-level programming languages, ideally Python and C/C++Proficiency in basic circuit design conceptsFamiliarity with serial communication protocols such as UART and I2CFamiliarity with PCB design tools and processes including schematic capture, layout, and Gerber file generationAbility to create plots in Python, MATLAB, or ExcelProficiency in writing and reading procedural documentsHigh attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills The ability to adapt to new problems and challengesU.S. Citizenship is required Desired Technical Skills:Proficiency in C/C++, Python, MATLAB, JavaScript, and HTMLProficiency in PCB design software, preferably AltiumExperience with embedded Linux system developmentExperience with Eagle, Solidworks, CircuitMaker, PuTTY, or equivalent toolsKnowledge of physics, random variables and its application to modeling and analysisFamiliarity with command line interfacesFamiliarity with LTSpice simulationsFamiliarity with industrial imaging interface standards such as GigEVisionFamiliarity with computer networking conceptsBackground in aerospace or defense systems developmentDesired Teaming and Collaboration SkillsCapable of achieving alignment and collaborate between various engineering disciplines to achieve program objectivesAbility to work independently while establishing schedule and priority needsDemonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and work stylesExperience in a small company (Less than 20 employees) environment