Electronic Engineer III

Scientific Drilling is looking for an Electronic Engineer III to join our Applied Technologies Center in Paso Robles, CA. The ideal candidate will be proficient in analog and digital circuit design and a have a strong desire to grow design capabilities and domain / systems knowledge in a cross-functional team environment.

Scientific Drilling is an independent directional drilling and wellbore navigation, surveying and logging service company serving customers in oil & gas and sustainable geothermal worldwide. We are motivated by crafting innovative solutions to technically challenging problems that support and advance our energy future.

Nestled between San Francisco and Los Angeles, the California Central Coast is described as the happiest place on earth. The area features 200+ wineries, fresh air, miles of beautiful beaches, and small-town appeal.

Our Electronic Engineer will work in our Research and Development Department and is expected to perform the essential duties listed below. Candidates must have authorization to work in the United States.

Key Job Functions :

• Design and test electronic circuits and components for use in down-hole applications where tools must function to 175C+ temperatures and survive a high vibration environment using electronic theory and application principles
• Work in multi-disciplinary team environment with mechanical engineers, electronic engineers, manufacturing engineers and production staff, and field specialists
• Design electronic circuits and create circuit board layouts and routing
• Document printed circuit board assembly design and bill of materials
• Create wiring diagrams, system schematics, and specifications
• Develop electrical test requirements and assist in test procedure development for production implementation
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve electronic component issues for new and existing products
• Address field service reliability and safety issues with timely engineering analysis and design solutions
• Act as functional lead for projects, project deliverables, and / or sustaining support
• Lead delivery of cross-functional requirements related to project assignment
• Mentor and coach other engineers and / or manufacturing staff in the technical aspects of design, test, and documentation
• Evaluate operational systems, prototypes and proposals and recommend repair or design modifications based on factors such as environment and system capabilities
• Complete administrative tasks to accomplish safety and project reporting requirements
• Travel domestically or internationally may be required, up to 10%
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned by the needs of the business

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Qualifications :

Work Environment, Physical Job requirements and PPE :

Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing the essential job function include but not limited to computers and related equipment, calculators, copiers, fax machines, telephone and vehicles. Ability to wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to, safety glasses, hardhat, reinforced toed shoes, FRC coveralls, gloves, and ear plugs or muffs.

This job description describes the general duties and responsibilities and physical requirements associated with the position; it is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or skills required for the position.

The general duties and responsibilities and physical requirements associated with the position are subject to modification in order to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some physical requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to the health or safety to themselves or others.

This job description neither states nor implies that the listed general duties and responsibilities and physical requirements associated with the position are the only tasks expected of an employee. An employee is also required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related tasks requested by their supervisor and not in violation of any applicable laws, regulations, or rules.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities. To perform this job successfully, an employee must possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty, responsibility, and physical requirement proficiently.

Employment at Scientific Drilling International is on an "at-will" basis.