Staff FPGA Engineer (Andover, MA)

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Smith+Nephew's Arthroscopic Enabling Technologies division is working on the development of the next generation of medical devices to enable surgeons to perform minimally invasive surgery. As we grow, we are seeking a Staff FPGA Engineer, who will be a contributor to the development of medical device hardware, encompassing digital image acquisition and processing, computer vision, and video streaming. This is an exciting career opportunity for a high potential engineer interested in the advancing their career through the design and development of sophisticated, high-speed digital electronics for medical applications.

What will you be doing?

• Design, prototype, and develop digital electronics design within medical products:
  • Perform tasks related to RTL design and coding, simulation, modeling, testbench verification, IP block integration etc.
  • Assist with components selection based on given requirements.
  • Read and analyze schematics.
  • Collaborate with PCBA designers to support FPGA connectivity and functionality.
  • Test, debug, and bring-up of prototype circuit boards
  • Assist in the development of test protocols and fixtures.
• Document results of testing and failure analysis
• Provide technical support to other groups as required to bring a product successfully through commercialization. Help maintain existing products and support Smith+Nephew vendor technical questions.
• Perform design control functions to ensure compliance with FDA, ISO, and other regulatory bodies.
• Participate in ownership of Design History Files, writing specifications and test documents (protocols/report) as needed.
• Conduct technical design reviews as needed.
• Lead/Mentor Junior engineers as required

What will you need to be successful?

• Education:
  • Minimum BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering
• Experience:
  • 5+ years of experience in digital logic design such as FPGA, CPLD, and Gate logic design, leveraging good analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • 5+ years of experience in Hardware Descriptive Languages (Verilog or System Verilog preferred).
  • 5+ years of experience with FPGA and CPLD development and simulation tools such as Xilinx Vivado or Intel Quartus, working in tight collaboration with PCBA designers.
  • 1+ years of Mentorship/Leadership experience
  • Experience with design controls, preferably in the medical device industry.
  • Experience working in a cross-functional team of electrical, software, systems, and mechanical engineers
  • Experience in a work environment with rapid growth and quick scope changes is desired.
  • Experience with Analog circuits and microcontroller hardware and software is preferred
• Travel Requirements: Less than 10%

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Other reasons why you will love it here!

• Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement

  Work/Life Balance: PTO, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day

• Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
• Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model - local to Andover, MA (For most professional roles)
• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship
• Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more

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