Electrical Engineer 1 R&D

The Opportunity

QuidelOrtho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6000 strong and do business in over 130 countries providing answers with fast accurate and consistent testing where and when they are needed most home to hospital lab to clinic.

Our culture puts our team members first and prioritizes actions that support happiness inspiration and engagement. We strive to build meaningful connections with each other as we believe that employee happiness and business success are linked. Join us in our mission to transform the power of diagnostics into a healthier future for all.

The Role

At QuidelOrtho were advancing the power of diagnostics for a healthier future for all. Join our mission as our next Electrical Engineer I. This position supports the design development and validation of electronic hardware systems throughout the product lifecycle. The role works collaboratively with senior engineers across electrical optical and mechanical disciplines to ensure accurate documentation effective problem resolution and timely project execution.

This role will be onsite in Rochester NY.

The Responsibilities

• Assist in the design layout and documentation of printed circuit boards (PCBs) using Altium Designer including schematic capture basic component selection and layout updates.

• Perform first-level troubleshooting of boards components and simple subsystems using standard lab equipment (oscilloscopes multimeters power supplies optical benches).

• Review engineering drawings schematics and design documents with strong attention to detail ensuring accuracy and completeness.

• Participate in root-cause investigations propose solutions for well-defined issues and implement corrective actions under supervision.

• Assist with component obsolescence reviews and simple redesigns (footprint updates equivalent part evaluations).

• Build and troubleshoot early prototypes including board bring-up wiring fixture assembly and sensor/optics alignment tasks.

• Execute engineering test plans with minimal guidanceperform measurements capture data maintain clean logs and document outcomes clearly.

• Create and maintain engineering documentationincluding schematics prototype build notes test reports and BOM updates.

• Work closely with senior engineers across electrical optical and mechanical teams to support project execution.

• Demonstrate strong initiative rapid learning ability and willingness to take ownership of assigned tasks.

• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

The Individual

Required:

• Bachelors degree with 0-2 years of experience in relevant engineering discipline.

• Capability with relevant design tools (Altium/OrCAD Pspice simulation PCB layout etc.)

• Familiarity with structured problem solving and solution evaluation/selection

• Familiarity with Change Control Process and ability to learn relevant tools

• Ability to support multiple projects across varied products and subsystems

• Develops and maintains effective cross functional relationships and is capable of quickly earning trust and respect.

• Situational Adaptability: Sees ahead clearly; can anticipate future concerns.

Preferred:

• Masters degree

• Understanding of Optical systems.

• Familiarity with coding languages- C C# python VHDL

• Altium experience

The Key Working Relationships

Internal Partners:

R&D Quality and Regulatory

External Partners:

Customers and Vendors

The Work Environment

The work environment characteristics are representative of a manufacturing laboratory or warehouse environment and include handling of viral and bacterial hazards potentially hazardous chemicals as well as infectious or potentially infectious bodily fluids tissues and samples. Up to 75% of the time at desk standing or sitting extended periods of time. Flexible work hours to meet project deadlines

The Physical Demands

Typically 10% of time in meetings; 90% of time at the preforming technical tasks doing analytical work. Walking standing and sitting for long periods of time are routine to accomplish tasks in this role.

Salary Transparency

Salary range for this position takes into account a wide range of factors including: education experience knowledge skills geography and abilities of the candidate in addition to internal equity and alignment with market data. At QuidelOrtho it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on that facts and circumstances of each case. Salary range for this position is $62000 to $76000 and is bonus eligible. QuidelOrtho offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision life and disability insurance along with a 401(k) plan employee assistance program Employee Stock Purchase Plan paid time off (including sick time) and paid Holidays. All benefits are non-contractual and QuidelOrtho may amend terminate or enhance the benefits provided as it deems appropriate.

Equal Employment Opportunity

QuidelOrtho believes in Equal Opportunity for all and is committed to ensuring all individuals including individuals with disabilities have an opportunity to apply for those positions that they are interested in and qualify for without regard to race religion color national origin citizenship sex sexual orientation gender identity age veteran status disability genetic information or any other protected characteristic. QuidelOrtho is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform their duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability please contact us at

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