Mixed-Signal Electronic Design Engineer 2

Job Title

Mixed-Signal Electronic Design Engineer 2

Role Summary

Design and develop mixed-signal electronics including analog and digital circuits, PCBs, embedded systems, and sensor interfaces. Support system architecture, schematic capture, simulation, PCB layout oversight, prototype bring-up, verification, and manufacturing support as part of a multidisciplinary team within Draper's Tailored Systems Business Area.

This role supports mission-focused R&D and requires onsite presence in Cambridge, MA. Applicants may be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Experience Level

Mid-level — typically 3–5 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include:

• Translate system and project requirements into hardware architectures and perform trade studies.
• Design instruments and circuit boards including microprocessors, power systems, analog circuitry, and sensor integration.
• Create schematics, perform simulations, and oversee PCB layout and manufacturing documentation.
• Build, debug, and characterize prototypes; perform functional verification and performance testing.
• Support proposal development, project execution, and system-level electrical analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute technical reports and presentations.
• Identify design risks and communicate technical issues to project leadership.

Requirements

Must-have skills and experience:

• 3–5 years of experience in electronic/electrical engineering or equivalent technical experience.
• Proficiency in electronic design, schematic capture, simulation, and PCB layout oversight.
• Experience with miniature low-power embedded systems, sensor integration, and wireless communication interfaces.
• Embedded software experience (C/C++/assembly) and basic FPGA firmware knowledge (VHDL or Verilog).
• Familiarity with signal and power integrity analysis tools (e.g., HyperLynx, Ansys) and miniature electronic packaging using bare die or chip-scale packages.
• Ability to develop code for bring-up tests and debug prototypes.
• Strong analytical, written/verbal communication, documentation, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
• May be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience leading engineering teams and developing new products or business lines.
• Advanced simulation or packaging design experience.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electronic or Electrical Engineering or a related field required. Master's degree preferred.

About the Company

Company: Draper

Headquarters: Cambridge, MA, United States

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development organization based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. With over 2,000 employees, Draper develops advanced technologies in defense, space, biomedical engineering, and other national-security and commercial domains through multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists.