Electrical Engineer

Admiral Instruments is hiring a full-time Electrical Engineer in Tempe, AZ (onsite) to support the development of precision electrochemistry instrumentation. The role emphasizes analog electronics and circuit design, with work spanning schematic creation, PCB design using CAD tools, and hands-on prototyping.

Role Summary

In this position, you will design instrument circuitry for precise DC and AC signal ranges, convert block diagrams into electrical schematics, and apply CAD tools to PCB workflows. You will also support component selection, build production-ready documentation such as BOMs, and assist with troubleshooting across instrument builds.

Key Responsibilities

• Design precision instruments that apply and measure DC signals from 1 microvolt to hundreds of volts and from 1 nanoamp to thousands of amperes
• Design precision instruments that apply and measure AC signals from microhertz to megahertz
• Translate block diagrams into detailed electrical schematics
• Use CAD programs such as KiCad to capture schematics and lay out PCBs
• Source electrical components, including integrated circuits, and compile BOMs for production
• Collaborate with colleagues to troubleshoot production lines, diagnose failure modes, and guide repairs of Squidstat™ instruments

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Extensive benchtop experience including prototyping and breadboarding, and using laboratory tools such as oscilloscopes and multimeters
• Aptitude in hand soldering electronic components down to 0603 size
• Thorough documentation and note-taking for all aspects of the work

Technologies

• KiCad
• Oscilloscopes
• Multimeters
• Embedded C

Compensation and Work Schedule

• Annual base pay: $80,000 to $120,000 per year, depending on experience
• 40-hour per week daily working schedule with flexibility to set your own schedule

Benefits

• Flexible PTO
• Profit sharing
• Medical, dental, vision, and health insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off
• Supportive small team environment that trusts work ethic and respects time
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical background
• 10+ years experience with schematic capture and PCB layout
• 10+ years experience with analog and digital circuit design, including understanding circuit functions
• Knowledge of power electronics: DC-DC converters, inverters, and switching technology
• Motivation to learn current trends in analog and digital circuits through self-directed study
• Firmware development experience in embedded C or similar languages
• Familiarity with principles of thermal and power management and heat dissipation
• Knowledge obtaining UL, CSA, ETL, and similar electronics certifications from NRTLs
• For serious interest in an interview, include the word "Squidstat" prominently in the application to test attention to detail

Education

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Application Questions

• Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law and regulations?
• Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (for example, F-1, H-1B, or application for a Green Card)?
• What is the headcount of the largest team of engineers you have ever led for a project?
• Based on careful review of the job description, is there any particular word or phrase you think we want you to respond with when applying for this position?
• What’s a fun personal fact about yourself that you like to share when meeting new people?

Job Type and Location

• Job type: Full-time
• Work location: In person
• Location: Tempe, AZ (onsite)