Senior Systems Design Engineer

: Senior Systems Design Engineer (Direct Placement for Client) Sigma Design has collaborated with a cutting-edge wireless power company seeking an experienced Sr. Systems Design Engineer to join their facility in Kent, WA. This company is a leader in providing wireless technologies across multiple applications What Is Offered:

• Multiple options for medical insurance and dental insurance including some with FSA and HSA
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• 15-days of accrued PTO and 9 company paid holidays
• Quarterly bonus program
• Voluntary benefits: vision, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Salary: $146k-$194k annually
• 7:30am-4:30pm

Primary Function: We are seeking out a highly skilled and motivated Senior Systems Engineer, with referenceable expertise in system design, schematics, analysis, circuit board design, algorithm development, mechanical design, quality analysis, and software. In this role, you will play a key part in developing our next-generation laser systems. If you are passionate about pushing the limits of technology and thrive in a collaborative, innovative environment, we want to hear from you. An ideal candidate will also have a strong background in the development of real-time systems, data acquisition, controls, and all aspects of product hardware and testing, including standards such as ISO, MIL, ANSI, and others. Essential Job Functions - Responsibilities:

• System Design: Lead and contribute to the design of complex laser and photovolatic systems, including mechanical and electrical and electronic components and assemblies, sensors, from concept to production.
• Analysis: Create detailed designs and perform comprehensive analysis to ensure system performance and reliability.
• Algorithm Development: Develop and implement algorithms for laser control, signal processing, real time safety, and data analysis.
• Testing and Validation: Design and execute tests to validate the functionality and performance of laser systems and electronic interfaces, making necessary adjustments and improvements.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed records, prepare technical documentation, and contribute to patent applications as needed.
• Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, software engineers, optical engineers, and physicists, to achieve project goals.
• Research: Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to ensure our client remains at the forefront of optical, laser, and digital innovation.
• Follow Business Technology policies to protect sensitive data and reduce information security occurrences.

Education and Experience: (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)

• 10+ years of proven experience in a leadership role in turning customer requirements into written specifications, along with system design, schematics, analysis, algorithm development, safety systems, mechanical design, and data acquisition.
• Demonstrated self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills and a track record of innovative hardware and software solutions designing, analyzing, and building complex systems.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment, giving and receiving feedback, and turning key conversations into effective results.
• Proficiency in CAD tools such as Solidworks
• Hands-on experience developing and testing prototype systems.
• Ability to plan projects, be accountable for deliverables & schedules, and lead others as a senior technical resource.
• Experience with relevant computer programming languages such as C/C++, Python, Matlab for algorithm development, other
• 5+ years designing real-time embedded software applications (audio, video, control, etc.)
• BS degree in electrical or systems engineering or related field.

Preferred Skills and Experiences:

• Systems architecture experience, along with familiarity with schematic design, analysis, mechanical engineering, embedded microcontrollers firmware & IDE experience, and FPGA (Xilinx in particular). Aerospace and space engineering a plus.
• Data analytics experience
• Experience with AI applications a plus
• Prior experience in a research and development (R&D) or product development environment is preferred. Start-up experience a plus.
• MS degree or PhD a plus, along with direct experience putting products and systems into space.
• Compliance (background check, ITAR, vaccine, etc.)
  • ITAR - Permanent resident of the United States (“U.S. person” as defined by ITAR)
  • Background and drug screen - pass a post-offer background verification and drug screen.

Work Environment Engineering: Standard office environment with normal amounts of office related conditions. Occasionally may be required to work in environmental conditions that emulate typical user environments in order to facilitate design testing and validation. Occasionally may be required to travel as required to other facilities, clients, or suppliers.

SIGMA DESIGN is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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