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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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