Electrical Design Engineer - Ultrasonic Flow Sensing
Sensata
General Responsibilities
• Creates designs within inter-disciplinary teams to address complex product design and manufacturing challenges
• Leads feasibility studies and testing on new and modified designs
• Develops testing, engineering analysis, qualification testing, production launch
• Responsible for failure analysis investigations and engineering evaluations
• Maintains product documentation (drawings and specifications) and lessons learned; produce design reports, test reports, operating manuals and test procedures
• Leads a team that includes senior engineers/managers for the purpose of engaging with customers in soliciting product specifications requirements, schedule expectations and budget
Experience / Qualifications
• A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience
• Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
• Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation
• Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results
• Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
• Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers
Additional Responsibilities:
Sensor Design & Development
- Research and design ultrasonic transducers and accompanying electronic circuitry for precise liquid flow measurement.
- Design and develop electrical circuits including transducer drivers, signal conditioning, and data acquisition electronics.
System Integration
- Integrate sensors into data center high density cooling system to monitor cooling loops and manifolds.
- Collaborate with mechanical, firmware, and manufacturing teams from concept to commercialization, ensuring optimized sensor hardware and firmware integration.
Signal Processing
- Develop and implement low-complexity algorithms for real-time peak detection and envelope detection to improve measurement accuracy and energy efficiency.
Validation & Testing
- Lead Design Validation Testing (DVT), Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA), and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) to validate sensor performance in high-density cooling environments.
- Conduct simulation, prototyping, and validation of electrical designs under various operating conditions.
Thermal & Fluid Analysis
- Perform thermofluidic and pressure-drop analyses to ensure sensors operate reliably under varying liquid cooling demands.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work with mechanical designers and vendors to manage the end-to-end lifecycle of cooling infrastructure components.
- Support flow calibration processes and provide technical assistance for field installation and commissioning.
Documentation & Customer Engagement
- Maintain product documentation (drawings, specifications, lessons learned) and produce design reports, test reports, operating manuals, and test procedures.
- Support to engage with customers to solicit product specifications, schedule expectations, and budget requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
Technical Expertise:
- PCB Design: Proficiency in laying out high-frequency circuits and using tools like Altium or PSpice.
- Hardware Knowledge: Experience with microprocessors, mixed-signal ICs, and high-frequency magnetics.
- Programming: Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or C++ for system modeling and algorithm verification.
- Compliance: Knowledge of EMI/EMC standards and industry safety regulations for ruggedized data center environments.
Soft Skills:
- Strong problem-solving for debugging complex electronics.
- Ability to present technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.
- Excellent communication (oral, written, presentation) and collaboration skills.
- Strong organization, planning, and time management skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
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Base Salary Range:
$107,800.00 - $148,280.00At Sensata, our employees are the key to our success and growth. We recognize that each individual brings their own unique experience, therefore the base salary range information shown above is a general guideline only. Sensata considers several factors when extending an offer, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. In addition to base salary, Sensata offers competitive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans, along with education reimbursement, wellness programs, a 401(k) retirement plan with Company matching, and a variety of paid time off, such as vacation or flex-time, sick, bereavement, and parental leave. Certain positions are also eligible for short-term incentive and long-term incentive programs.
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