Electrical Engineer II at Ultima Genomics

Fremont, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Life Sciences, Genomics, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • BS degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience designing custom PCBs and mixed-signal electronics incorporating embedded microcontrollers, with close collaboration with firmware engineers to ensure seamless hardware–software integration; strong knowledge of signal and power integrity
  • Proficiency in Electrical CAD tools (Altium, KiCAD) and ability to interpret schematics and layouts
  • Experience with industrial electronics such as power supply sizing, wire harness design, component selection, and layout
  • Knowledge of EMI/shielding strategies and harness component selection
  • Strong troubleshooting skills for board-level and complex multi-disciplinary systems; familiarity with bench and portable measurement tools
  • Proficiency in using Python for automation and data analysis
  • Experience designing automated test platforms and reliability testing setups
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively

Responsibilities

  • Design electronics and harnesses for automated sequencing instruments, including robotics and high-speed data acquisition systems
  • Define and execute experiments to validate hardware and firmware functionality and failure use cases at the board level
  • Perform prototype testing, document improvements, and support transition to production and scale-up
  • Troubleshoot electrical failures and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement cost, footprint, and reliability improvements
  • Serve as a technical resource for new product integration; author build, test, and training documentation for manufacturing
  • Design automated test and measurement systems to identify component-level failures; work closely with vendors to root-cause issues and implement corrective actions
  • Other job duties as assigned

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Electrical EngineeringElectronics DesignCable HarnessesPrecision RoboticsHigh-Speed Data AcquisitionHardware ValidationFirmware TestingPrototype TestingTroubleshootingManufacturing Scale-Up

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or on-site?

This is a full-time, on-site position at the company's Fremont, CA headquarters.

What education and experience are required for the Electrical Engineer II role?

A BS degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is required, along with 2+ years of hands-on experience designing custom PCBs and mixed-signal electronics incorporating embedded microcontrollers.

What key skills are needed for this electrical engineering position?

Proficiency in Electrical CAD tools like Altium and KiCAD, strong knowledge of signal and power integrity, and experience with industrial electronics including power supply sizing, wire harness design, component selection, and layout are essential.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What kind of company culture can I expect at Ultima Genomics?

The company has a collaborative group culture, bringing together unique and diverse expertise across multiple disciplines including engineering, life sciences, and software.

Ultima Genomics

High-throughput genomic sequencing services

About Ultima Genomics

Ultima Genomics focuses on improving human health through advanced genomic sequencing technologies. The company processes large amounts of genetic data to provide insights into human biology and diseases. Its clients include academic researchers, pharmaceutical companies, and healthcare providers who need accurate genomic data for their work. The key feature of Ultima Genomics is its sequencing architecture, which allows for extensive data collection from samples, detection of small genetic variations, and routine testing for early disease detection. This capability gives clients access to high-quality genomic information that is essential for research and clinical applications. Ultima Genomics stands out from competitors by excelling in breadth, depth, and frequency of data collection, enabling significant advancements in genomics. The company's goal is to continuously innovate and expand its services to help clients achieve breakthroughs in understanding and treating diseases.

Newark, New JerseyHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$587.7MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation
Employee Assistance Program

Risks

Competition from Illumina and BGI threatens Ultima's market share in low-cost sequencing.
Rapid technological advancements may render Ultima's current technologies obsolete.
Ethical and privacy concerns could lead to regulatory challenges for Ultima Genomics.

Differentiation

Ultima Genomics offers a revolutionary sequencing architecture with the UG 100 platform.
The UG 100 system enables cost-effective sequencing, targeting the $100 genome milestone.
Ultima's technology provides ultra-high accuracy for detecting single nucleotide variants.

Upsides

Ultima's UG 100 platform was selected for the UK's largest proteomics study.
Collaborations with Labcorp and Hartwig Medical enhance Ultima's clinical applications.
The UG 100 system's low cost and high accuracy drive adoption in precision oncology.

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