Senior Analog Design Engineer

Job Title:

Senior Analog Design Engineer

Location: Pleasanton, CA, 94588

Business Unit: Gatan

Posting Date: Jan 12, 2026

Gatan, Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of instrumentation and software used to enhance and extend the operation and performance of electron microscopes. Gatan products, which are fully compatible with nearly all electron microscope models and include the EDAX portfolio, cover the entire range of the research process—from specimen preparation and manipulation to imaging and analysis.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Analog – mixed signalulers for our current and next generation cameras, imaging energy filters, specimen preparation equipment, and other electron microscopy productsస్ట. This individual will work closely with System, Hardware, and Software groups, designing circuits and systems from concept and design specifications through schematic design, layout supervision, board and system checkout, and transition to production.

The position will be based out of our Pleasanton office.

The primary function of this role is as an analog designer on complex, mixed‑signal systems, including architecture and hardware design. Other responsibilities include exploring new technologies and defining system requirements and integration.

• Experience designing high‑performance transimpedance and instrumentation amplifiers for detectors such as PMTs, photo‑diodes, and silicon drift detectors.
• Deep understanding of low‑noise, high‑speed analog‑mixed‑signal circuits such as OpAmps, filters, transistors, ADCs, DACs, linear and switching power supplies, and Spice simulation.
• Extensive experience in low‑noise high‑speed mixed‑signal PCBs, schematics, layout, modeling, and functional simulation.
• Familiarity with CPLD/FPGA logic design and board layout for high‑speed digital signals.
• Ability to architect hardware platforms and high‑speed interfaces.
• Proficiency in diagnosing and resolving complex system‑level issues.
• Comfort working hands‑on injavlabkeyboard trio using oscilloscopes, function generators, and signal analyzers (de‑em Regex for digital aspects).

• General RF engineering, including RF power generation, impedance matching, transmission line theory, and RF filter design.
• High‑voltage (2 kV), low‑noise, low‑power supply design experience.
• Design experience with plasma generators, laser drivers, PID, and motion control.

• BS in Electrical Engineering from a four‑year college or university; MS degree is a plus.
• 10+ years of analog hardware development experience.

Employee Type: Salaried

Salary Minimum: $160,000

Salary Maximum: $200,000+

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills,$_qualifications, market and business considerations, and geographic location.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263‑8359.