Senior Electrical Engineer - Mixed Signal (Instrumentation)

Job Description

(This is a hybrid position requiring to be onsite at our Santa Clara location a minimum of 3 days a week).

This role provides the opportunity to work across a wide technical spectrum, from low‑noise, low‑level signal measurement to high‑voltage and high‑frequency electronics, including systems that generate and control thousands of volts at GHz‑range frequencies. You will contribute to designs that demand precision, robustness, and system‑level thinking.

You will join a collaborative R&D team and contribute to the design, testing, and documentation of electronics that move from concept through production, balancing performance, reliability, cost, and time‑to‑market.

Responsibilities include:

• Designing, implementing, testing, and documenting electronics for analytical instrumentation and accessories.

• Developing mixed analog and digital circuits for instrument control, signal processing, and high‑voltage or high‑frequency subsystems.

• Collaborating with cross‑functional engineering and scientific teams to resolve technical challenges.

• Supporting product development activities including verification, validation, and manufacturing transition.

• Managing multiple technical assignments and delivering results in a fast‑paced R&D environment.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent; MS preferred.

• 5 or more years of experience as an electrical design engineer.

• Experience in analog and digital circuit design.

• Exposure to low‑level signal design and higher‑voltage and/or higher‑frequency

• electronics.

• Programming experience (e.g., C/C++, Python, or similar) highly desired.

• Experience with schematic capture, PCB/PCA design, and hardware debugging.

• Strong communication and documentation skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary environment.

• Prior experience in analytical instrumentation, life sciences, or regulated environments is a plus.

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least May 24, 2026 or until the job is no longer posted.

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $124,976.00 - $219,000.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive in the workplace where everyone is welcome, and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email job_posting@agilent.com or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.

Travel Required:

Occasional

Shift:

Day

Duration:

No End Date

Job Function:

R&D