Electrical Engineer R&D

Position: Electrical Engineer 1 R&D
The Opportunity

Quidel Ortho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers with fast, accurate and consistent testing where and when they are needed most - home to hospital, lab to clinic.

Our culture puts our team members first and prioritizes actions that support happiness, inspiration and engagement. We strive to build meaningful connections with each other as we believe that employee happiness and business success are linked. Join us in our mission to transform the power of diagnostics into a healthier future for all.

The Role

At Quidel Ortho, we're advancing the power of diagnostics for a healthier future for all. Join our mission as our next Electrical Engineer I. This position supports the design, development, and validation of electronic hardware systems throughout the product lifecycle. The role works collaboratively with senior engineers across electrical, optical, and mechanical disciplines to ensure accurate documentation, effective problem resolution, and timely project execution.

This role will be onsite in Rochester, NY.

The Responsibilities

* Assist in the design, layout, and documentation of printed circuit boards (PCBs) using Altium Designer, including schematic capture, basic component selection, and layout updates.

* Perform first-level troubleshooting of boards, components, and simple subsystems using standard lab equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, optical benches).

* Review engineering drawings, schematics, and design documents with strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

* Participate in root-cause investigations, propose solutions for well-defined issues, and implement corrective actions under supervision.

* Assist with component obsolescence reviews and simple redesigns (footprint updates, equivalent part evaluations).

* Build and troubleshoot early prototypes, including board bring-up, wiring, fixture assembly, and sensor/optics alignment tasks.

* Execute engineering test plans with minimal guidance-perform measurements, capture data, maintain clean logs, and document outcomes clearly.

* Create and maintain engineering documentation-including schematics, prototype build notes, test reports, and BOM updates.

* Work closely with senior engineers across electrical, optical, and mechanical teams to support project execution.

* Demonstrate strong initiative, rapid learning ability, and willingness to take ownership of assigned tasks.

* Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

The Individual

Required:

* Bachelor's degree with 0-2 years of experience in relevant engineering discipline.

* Capability with relevant design tools (Altium/OrCAD, Pspice simulation, PCB layout, etc.)

* Familiarity with structured problem solving and solution evaluation/selection

* Familiarity with Change Control Process and ability to learn relevant tools

* Ability to support multiple projects across varied products and subsystems

* Develops and maintains effective cross functional relationships and is capable of quickly earning trust and respect.

* Situational Adaptability:
Sees ahead clearly; can anticipate future concerns.

Preferred:

* Master's degree

* Understanding of Optical systems.

* Familiarity with coding languages- C, C#, python, VHDL

* Altium experience

The Key Working Relationships

Internal Partners:

R&D, Quality and Regulatory

External Partners:

Customers and Vendors

The Work Environment

The work environment characteristics are representative of a manufacturing, laboratory, or warehouse environment and include handling of viral and bacterial hazards, potentially hazardous chemicals, as well as infectious or potentially infectious bodily fluids, tissues, and samples. Up to 75% of the time at desk, standing or sitting extended periods of time. Flexible work hours to meet project deadlines

The Physical Demands

Typically, 10% of time in meetings; 90% of time at the preforming technical tasks, doing analytical work. Walking, standing, and sitting for long periods of time are routine to accomplish tasks in this role.

Salary Transparency

Salary range for this position takes into account a wide range of factors including: education, experience, knowledge, skills, geography, and abilities of the candidate, in addition to internal equity and alignment with market data. At Quidel Ortho, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on that facts and circumstances of each case.

Salary range for this position is $62,000 to $76,000 and is bonus eligible. Quidel Ortho offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with a 401(k) plan, employee assistance program, Employee Stock…