Electrical Engineer II (Onsite)

As an Electrical Engineer II at Axon, you'll engage in designing, developing, and testing state-of-the-art electronics for our camera systems and peripheral products. Your role includes proposed subsystems and circuit solutions, collaborating with peers and senior engineers, and using advanced tools to ensure high-quality designs. You’ll also optimize electronics performance, conduct rigorous testing, and work closely with PCB engineers to bring new technologies to life.

Candidates for the Electrical Engineer II position at Axon should have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, along with at least 3 years of experience in portable, battery-powered embedded circuit design. Proficiency in both analog and digital circuit design and hands-on experience with lab tools is crucial. Familiarity with OrCAD and collaboration within cross-functional teams will also be essential for success in this role.

In addition to the basic qualifications for the Electrical Engineer II position at Axon, preference is given to those who have experience with motor and actuator selection and control techniques, as well as integrating wireless systems such as Bluetooth. Skills in power supply design, familiarity with PCB design processes, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams are also advantageous.

As an Electrical Engineer II at Axon, you'll use various design and testing tools, including OrCAD for schematic design and Allegro for PCB layout. You'll also work with essential lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and spectrum analyzers to test and evaluate the performance of electronics designs, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

At Axon, the work environment for the Electrical Engineer II is fast-paced, collaborative, and driven by a shared mission of protecting life. You'll be part of a diverse and inclusive team, where your ideas are valued, and your contributions create a real impact. The culture encourages continuous growth and innovation as you develop cutting-edge solutions for important public safety technologies.

When answering this question, focus on specific projects you've completed, detailing the design challenges you faced, the tools you used, and the outcomes. Highlight your role in collaboration with other team members and any innovative solutions you implemented during the process.

In your response, outline a systematic method for debugging, such as reviewing schematics, checking power supplies, and using lab tools like oscilloscopes. Provide examples from past experiences to demonstrate your problem-solving skills and technical knowledge.

Discuss your familiarity with relevant industry standards and your experience in integrating these into your design processes. Detail any specific compliance measures you've implemented during previous projects and the impact they had.

Provide a specific example of a project where you worked with engineers from different specialties. Highlight the communication strategies you used to ensure alignment and discuss how collaboration led to a successful project outcome.

List the design tools you are proficient in, such as OrCAD and Allegro, and discuss how you've utilized these tools to streamline your design process. Explain any unique functionalities that you found particularly helpful in your engineering tasks.

Focus on a specific challenge, discuss the context and the impact it had, and outline the steps you took to resolve it. Be sure to emphasize the technical skills and creativity you employed to overcome the obstacle.

Share the types of testing techniques you have utilized, such as functional testing or stress testing. Describe your approach to documenting results and how you analyze those results to inform design iterations.

Discuss your methods for continuous learning, such as reading industry publications, attending workshops or webinars, and participating in professional organizations. Mention any specific technologies you’ve learned about recently that could apply to the role at Axon.

Articulate your viewpoint on the crucial contributions electrical engineers make to public safety technology. Discuss how your work directly impacts community safety and how you can contribute positively to Axon's mission.

Tailor your answer to express your alignment with Axon’s mission to Protect Life. Highlight your passion for innovative technology in law enforcement and public safety and discuss how your skills fit within the company's goals and values.