Senior Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer – Diabetes Care The Senior Electrical Engineer works independently, in a lead role, or as part of a team to investigate complaints from on‑market products or clinical studies. This is an onsite opportunity based out of Alameda, CA. What You’ll Work On Utilize expertise in analog measurement electronics, digital electronics, embedded software, firmware, NFC, Bluetooth, and high‑volume manufacturing to work with teams inside and outside of R&D performing failure analysis investigations. Lead and ensure timely completion of investigations for both individual and team assignments. Mentor junior electrical engineers. Develop and document robust methodologies for using product event data and logs to determine root cause of product failures. Author comprehensive investigation documentation to support approval for use or product improvements. Synthesize electrical and software design documentation. Utilize excellent communication and organization skills to work with cross‑functional teams and vendors. Apply sound engineering sensibilities, first principles, knowledge of failure modes, and good lab technique. Employ deductive reasoning, sound logic, and the ability to explain complicated ideas. Communicate fluently with electrical, mechanical, and embedded software designers as well as quality assurance, clinical investigations, and upper management. Participate in cross‑functional development teams to direct multi‑disciplinary teams toward solutions. Collaborate with developers in creating investigation processes for new products and solutions for identified failure modes. Required Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related engineering field. Minimum 7 years of related experience in electrical/electronic engineering or related engineering field. Experience with component‑level product design and/or failure analysis. Experience with medical device or IVD design controls per FDA, or regulated industry. Experience with products produced at high volumes. Demonstrated technical proficiency, creativity, and independent thought. Knowledge of electrical component failure modes. Ability to conduct thorough data analytics. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Ability to provide guidance to junior team members. Preferred Qualifications Experience with embedded electronics, analog measurement circuitry, op amps, A/D, mixed signal ASICs, BLE, Bluetooth, NFC, battery‑powered devices. Lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, source measurement units (SMU), power analyzers, and spectrum analyzers. PCBA level product design for low‑power measurement circuitry produced at high volume. Experience supporting FDA audit responses. Good understanding of processes used in the design, documentation, and verification of medical devices or IVD. Compensation The base pay for this position is $114,000.00 – $228,000.00 (may vary by location). Job Family & Division Job Family: Product Development Division: ADC Diabetes Care Location United States – Alameda, CA 1360-1380 South Loop Road Work Shift, Travel & Medical Surveillance Work Shift: Standard Travel: None Medical Surveillance: No EEO Statement Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law. English: Español: #J-18808-Ljbffr Abbott Laboratories