Electrical Engineer II (Electrical Hardware Design)

Electrical Engineer II (Electrical Hardware Design)

Location: Torrance, CA
Type: Contract

Role Overview

Mercury is seeking an Electrical Engineer II to support electrical hardware design activities. The engineer will receive system/product requirements and will be responsible for designing electronic hardware and circuit cards (PCB assemblies) based on those requirements. This role includes design, prototype development, testing, documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams.

Key Responsibilities

· Electrical Hardware Design

o Design electrical circuits and hardware systems based on defined requirements.

o Develop circuit cards / PCB-level hardware designs from concept through release.

· Prototype Development & Testing

o Build, test, and validate prototypes to confirm performance, safety, and functional requirements.

o Use lab equipment for debugging and validation (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, etc.).

· System Analysis & Troubleshooting

o Analyze circuits and systems, perform calculations, and use simulation tools to evaluate performance.

o Identify design issues, troubleshoot failures, and recommend corrective actions.

· Project Planning & Coordination

o Support engineering projects by creating schedules, tracking milestones, and coordinating tasks.

o Partner with cross-functional groups including mechanical engineering, firmware/software, manufacturing, and test.

· Technical Documentation

o Create and maintain detailed engineering documentation:

§ schematics

§ wiring diagrams

§ BOMs

§ test plans and reports

§ design change records

· Compliance & Safety

o Ensure designs meet applicable electrical codes, industry standards, and safety regulations.

o Participate in risk assessments and implement mitigation actions.

· Continuous Improvement / Innovation

o Keep up with new electrical design technologies and propose improvements for product performance, manufacturability, and reliability.

Required Qualifications

· Education: Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering or related field.

· Experience: 2–5+ years of experience in electrical engineering or similar role.

· Technical Skills:

o Strong knowledge of circuit design, PCB/circuit card design

o Familiarity with simulation and circuit analysis tools

o Knowledge of electrical standards, codes, and compliance

o Experience with CAD tools for schematics/PCB layout (Altium, OrCAD, Mentor, etc. preferred)

· Core Competencies:

o Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

o Excellent communication (written and verbal)

o Ability to work in a team environment

o Attention to detail and strong documentation discipline

o Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience supporting manufacturing / production environments

· Hands-on experience with electrical testing and validation

· Familiarity with DFM/DFT (Design for Manufacturing/Test)

Pay: $74.99 - $75.11 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Experience:

• Electrical Hardware Design: 1 year (Required)
• Circuit Design: 1 year (Required)
• CAD : 1 year (Required)
• Simulation : 1 year (Required)

Location:

• Torrance, CA 90501 (Required)

Work Location: In person