Senior Electrical Engineer IV
Palo Alto, CA 
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Posted 10 days ago
Job Description

Together, we can beat cancer.

At Varian, a Siemens Healthineers Company, we bring together the world's best talent to realize our vision of a world without fear of cancer. Together, we work passionately to develop and deliver easy-to-use, efficient oncology solutions.

We are part of an incredible community of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists pushing the boundaries of what's possible, to improve people's lives around the world. We embrace a culture of inclusivity in which the power and potential of every individual can be unleashed. We spark ideas that lead to positive impact and continued success.

If you want to be part of this important mission, we want to hear from you.

Varian Medical Systems (a Siemens Healthineers Company) is looking for a Sr Electrical Engineer to join our
development team in Palo Alto, California (Silicon Valley). The individual would contribute to the PCBA
development process as an individual contributor.

What You will do:

  • Develop schematics comprised of FPGAs, SoCs, memories, communications devices, analog devices, ADCs, DACs, motion control devices, feedback sensors, power supplies.
  • Aid layout designers in the layout process, applying your skills to achieve optimal placement, routing, PCB stackup, signal quality, manufacturability, and cost.
  • Simulate circuits using tools such as PSpice, LTSpice, and Hyperlynx.
  • Use the fundamental principles of high-speed circuit design, signal integrity analysis, EMC, electrical safety, and DFM to achieve solid designs.
  • Work closely with a diverse team comprised of electrical, mechanical, software, FPGA, reliability, and verification team members to drive the product from concept to manufacturing.
  • Test, characterize and troubleshoot PCBAs to achieve optimal design performance.

What You will have:

  • BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • At least 7 years of experience designing complex Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) with a mix of highspeed digital, analog and power electronics
  • Ability to demonstrate a solid understanding of analog, digital, power, communication, and mixed signal circuits.
  • Experience designing circuits using common signal integrity techniques
  • Experience taking multiple complex boards through the layout process, providing detailed layout constraints to the PCB designer.
  • Ability to define and develop test procedures and to perform design verification.
  • Experience in a lab environment, using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers and other test equipment.
  • Good written and verbal communications skills


What will set You apart:

  • Experience designing for medical equipment
  • Experience designing circuits for motion control systems with motor drivers and sensors

Fighting cancer calls for big ideas.

We envision a world without fear of cancer. Achieving this vision takes dedication and commitment from all of us, every single day. That's why we celebrate and value the distinctly beautiful and intersectional identities of each of our employees. We are a mirror of our patient-base, which allows us to innovate. Big ideas come from everywhere, and the best ideas are fostered by our unique individual experiences. At Varian, we encourage you to bring your whole self to work and believe your bold and authentic perspective will help to power more victories over cancer.

TogetherWeFight

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Varian is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

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Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision
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The base pay range for this position is

Min $127,600 - Max $229,700

The pay wage range shown is based on the job posting's primary location. Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to skill set, experience, certifications, and location.


EEO Policy: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
7+ years
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