Electronics Engineer

3Brain is a Swiss deep tech company working on cell-electronic interfaces that link biological networks to computers via custom-made semiconductor microchips. Our mission is to empower life scientists to probe intelligent networks, accelerate biomedical discoveries for the benefit of patients, and create a future more exciting than the present. Our interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers are constantly pushing the boundaries of engineering for life’s complexities. We are ambitious, fast-growing and love to explore. The company’s cutting-edge products are used in laboratories and pharma companies worldwide. 3Brain is headquartered in Switzerland nearby Zurich, has a Data Science and Discovery Unit in Genova, Italy, and an operational unit in the US. Tasks For the next expansion step, 3Brain is looking for a full-time Hardware electronics engineer to reinforce our R&D team. You will help develop embedded systems for high-speed data acquisition devices, including tasks such as system engineering, schematics design and layout, testing and verification. You will also contribute to the current device’s life-cycle management, including activities such as automation, production testing and optimization. In particular, your tasks involve: Designing high-speed embedded systems and architectures for products based on high-resolution microelectrode arrays Designing low-level current/voltage instrumentation tools to operate Micro-electrode Arrays (MEA) Design and implement hardware systems and sub-systems (PCBs), including high-speed ADCs, microcontrollers and FPGA-SoMs, power supplies, etc. Bringing-up, testing, measuring, characterization and validation of electronic systems Design and development of production test tools Make, assemble, debug and test demonstrators and prototype devices Documentation (engineering, production, QA, etc.) Requirements Required Qualifications Independence and ability to communicate and work effectively with other team members in a multicultural and international environment BSc/MSc in Electrical Engineering Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in HW Design Design of analog electronics and high-speed digital systems (Simulation, Schematics, HDI Layout) Detailed understanding of PCB-manufacturing Good understanding of EMC compliance and mechanical integration Practical and industrial hands-on experience (e.g. prototype soldering, setting up test-benches, transfer and scale-up to mass production, etc.) Prototyping and testing (i.e. for bring-up, debugging and production) Background in basic signal processing (i.e. sampling, filtering, aliasing, etc.) Fluency in English Additional Qualifications Knowledge of Python Microprocessor programming Benefits A dynamic and stimulating work environment driven by a desire to build transformational technologies to help others. A young, fast-growing company with plenty of opportunities for personal growth and development. Great challenges and adventures in both technical and economical fields. Working place: Pfäffikon SZ, Switzerland . It is a lakeside village just outside of Zurich, the country’s main cultural, financial and business center. Find more English Speaking Jobs in Switzerland on Arbeitnow