R&D Electrical and Electronic Engineer

Now’s ourtime to inspire the future of healthcare together.

SiemensHealthineers is a leading global medical technology company with over 170 yearsof experience and 18,000 patents. More than 66,000 dedicatedcolleagues in over 70 countries are driven to shape the future of healthcare.We stand with our customers around the world to support them in delivering highquality care to their patients. An estimated 5 million patients across theglobe benefit every day from our innovative technologies and services inthe areas of diagnostic and therapeutic imaging, laboratory diagnostics andmolecular medicine, as well as digital health and enterprise services. This iswhat truly matters to us.

Thisis a role well suited to an ambitious Engineer, looking for the next challengein their career as an R&D Electrical & Electronic Engineer.

Siemens Healthineers based in Swords, Dublin, are expanding the engineeringteam to complement our existing broad-range of engineering competencies. The successful applicant willbe a key member of a newly established and expanding R&D team in developingand supporting next generation medical diagnostic analysers (immunoassay,chemistry, and hematology).

The applicant must have experiencein the design and development of electrical and electronic solutions within complexinstruments / analysers. The role includes the integration of sensors, powerdevices, transducers, motion control (motors, encoders), thermoelectric devicesand microcontrollers into a real time system. Experience in firmwaredevelopment and PCB design would be an advantage. You must demonstrate theability to work collaboratively and in a systematic fashion with other engineeringfunctions (e.g., Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Software, Mechanical,Firmware, System Integration, Biochemistry) to deliver high-end innovativeproduct solutions at pace.

As a key member of the team you will be partof a highly innovative multidisciplinary R&D network working on complexproblems to serve the needs of laboratories of any size – today andtomorrow.

The critical skills andpersonality we are looking for

• Experience in the design and development of high-quality electrical / electronic solutions; experience in a regulated environment would be beneficial
• It would be advantageous to have the following experience
• Knowledge of computer operating systems; hardware and software
• PCB design experience with a good understanding of design concepts and component selection
• Ability to utilise different design packages (e.g., Mentor Graphics, Eagle, Altium, Proteus, OrCAD etc.)
• Experience with the design of analog and digital circuits from the transducer to the microcontroller input; considering cabling, connectors, signal strength, and noise / interference
• Knowledge of Firmware development (ability to modify current Firmware)
• Micro Controller knowledge (e.g. ARM Cortex)
• Software programming (C, C++)
• Knowledge of power electronics, cabling routing and how to integrate into a complex instrument
• Control systems engineering knowledge (Tuning motors, PID control, etc.)
• Good understanding of EMC, and methods to eliminate electronic interference
• Experience of Low Voltage & Machinery Directives and other relevant standards
• Ability to translate design input requirements into detailed functional specifications and designs
• Someone who can problem solve to a solution, with a structured analytical approach
• Experience of obsolescence management and approval of alternative Electrical Components

Required for the success of thisrole

At Siemens Healthineers, wevalue those who dedicate their energy and passion to a greater cause. Ourpeople make us unique as an employer in the med-tech industry. What unites andmotivates our global team is the inspiration of our common purpose : To innovate for healthcare, building on ourremarkable legacy of pioneering ideas that translate into even betterhealthcare products and services. We recognize that taking ownership of our workallows both us and the company to grow. We offer you a flexible and dynamicenvironment and the space to move beyond your comfort zone to grow bothpersonally and professionally.We havean excellent benefits package for the right candidate.