Staff Optical Sub Assembly Electrical Designer
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Staff Optical Sub Assembly Electrical Designer
150,000–175,000 / Year
Location
United States • Canada
Experience
Senior
Posted
Jul 10, 2026
Apply by
August 9, 2026
Applicants
0
Early applicantEasy applyFull-timeWork from Office
Job Description
As an Optical Sub Assembly Electrical Designer at Nokia, you will be instrumental in the specification, design, and implementation of cutting-edge digital and analog electrical hardware for our next-generation optical sub-assemblies.
As an Optical Sub Assembly Electrical Designer at Nokia, you will be instrumental in the specification, design, and implementation of cutting-edge digital and analog electrical hardware for our next-generation optical sub-assemblies. Your expertise in analog design and simulation will help create high-density units that meet rigorous targets for low cost, high yield, and reliability, all while ensuring low power consumption. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative technologies, pushing the limits of what's possible and developing designs that will shape the future of telecommunications. Join us in pioneering the next wave of advancements!
### Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of innovative electrical circuits for cutting-edge optical modules and test platforms.
- Collaborate with Product Architects to convert product requirements into precise hardware specifications.
- Manage the end-to-end electrical design process from initial block diagrams to detailed schematics.
- Work in tandem with mechanical and software teams to ensure seamless integration of all designs.
- Coordinate with PCB layout experts to optimize electrical designs for efficient production.
- Facilitate weekly program status updates and contribute actively to release management meetings.
- Engage with Supply Chain representatives to oversee material acquisition and prototype assembly.
- Mentor junior hardware team members, providing technical guidance to enhance their skills and the overall team's capabilities.
### Qualifications
Must-Have:
- Minimum B.Sc or B.Eng in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
- At least 10 years of hardware design experience with a strong grasp of the hardware product design lifecycle
- Proficiency in schematic capture, symbol creation, and circuit layout software
- In-depth knowledge of PCB design processes, including multilayer and complex packaging
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Nice-To-Have:
- Experience with HDI (High Density Interconnect) and MSAP
- Understanding of optical communications and transceiver designs
- Experience using digital test equipment like oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers
- Familiarity with advanced modulation-format telecommunication systems
- Experience leading projects and mentoring junior team members
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of innovative electrical circuits for optical modules and test platforms.
- Collaborate with Product Architects to convert product requirements into precise hardware specifications.
- Manage the end-to-end electrical design process from initial block diagrams to detailed schematics.
- Work with mechanical and software teams to ensure seamless integration of all designs.
- Coordinate with PCB layout experts to optimize electrical designs for efficient production.
- Facilitate weekly program status updates and contribute to release management meetings.
- Engage with Supply Chain representatives to oversee material acquisition and prototype assembly.
- Mentor junior hardware team members and provide technical guidance.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
Skills Required
Hardware designSchematic captureSymbol creationCircuit layout softwarePCB designMultilayer packagingComplex packagingVerbal communicationWritten communicationHDI (High Density Interconnect)MSAPOptical communicationsTransceiver designsOscilloscopesSpectrum analyzersAdvanced modulation-format telecommunication systemsProject leadership
Benefits
- Laptop support with ordering
- Potential variable compensation for eligible roles
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