Electrical Engineer, R&D

GENTEX AT A GLANCE:

At Gentex Corporation, we’ve created an environment where great ideas and great people can thrive. Leveraging a history that spans over 130 years, Gentex is a global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces, emergency responders, and industrial personnel operating in high performance environments. Join our multinational team of exceptional and dedicated employees around the world and work on challenging and rewarding projects, grow your skills, and advance your career all while making a positive difference in the lives of our customers. Together, you and Gentex can build a career that’s uniquely yours.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.S. Electrical Engineering or closely related field
• 0-3 years’ experience 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree is a plus, but not required
• Strong preference for candidates with hands-on academic or personal projects (e.g., senior design, internships, hobby builds, research labs) demonstrating end-to-end system development

ABOUT THE JOB!

The Enterprise Research and Development (ERD) organization is seeking an early-career Electrical Engineer to support rapid prototyping, technology exploration, and proof-of-concept system development.

This role is hands-on and project-driven, focused on evaluating emerging technologies and translating ideas into functional hardware. The ideal candidate is intellectually curious, adaptable, and motivated to learn across multiple electrical engineering domains.

Gentex offers a robust benefit package- including, but not limited to, medical coverages, 401k, paid time off and excellent work schedules including a 9/80 work week.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, build, and iterate electronic circuits and subsystems (analog, digital, RF, and power) for proof-of-concept and prototype platforms 

• Perform schematic capture and PCB layout for rapid-turn prototypes and evaluation boards 

• Conduct hands-on bring-up, debugging, and validation of hardware designs 

• Plan and execute experiments to evaluate new technologies and architectures 

• Analyze test data and communicate findings through concise technical reports and presentations 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, software, systems) to integrate prototype solutions 

• Support multiple concurrent small-scale projects with shifting priorities and timelines 

• Contribute to transitioning successful concepts into more mature development efforts 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Foundational understanding across multiple EE domains: analog, digital, and basic RF or embedded systems 

• Experience designing, building, and debugging circuits (breadboard, prototyping, or PCB-based) 

• Familiarity with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Cadence OrCAD/Allegro or similar) 

• Ability to read and interpret component datasheets and apply them in practical designs 

• Exposure to lab instrumentation (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, power supplies, signal generators) 

• Basic programming/scripting capability (e.g., MATLAB, Python, or similar) for test and data analysis 

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work through ambiguity and incomplete requirements 

• Effective written and verbal communication skills 

TO APPLY:

Visit: https://gentexcorp.com/careers/

LOCATION:

Gentex’s Manchester facility is located in southern New Hampshire. Manchester is the largest convention, sports, entertainment, and arts & cultural destination in New Hampshire. There is so much to do, see and experience in Manchester including major concerts and ECHL Hockey, AA minor league baseball, live performances at the historic Palace Theatre or exhibits at our renowned museums. Located in the heart of New England, Manchester is also conveniently located within an hour’s drive of Boston, an hour from the Atlantic Ocean and less than two hours from New Hampshire’s scenic White Mountains, Lake Winnipesaukee and the many other well-known vacation destinations in Maine, Vermont and Massachusetts.

Gentex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for any applicable state or federal protected class. Gentex is an E-Verify Participant. Pre-employment drug/alcohol/background screening is required.