Electrical Engineer (R&D)
LMI Corporation – Fenton, MI
Full-Time | On-Site
Job Summary
LMI Corporation is seeking a hands-on Electrical Engineer to join our Research & Development team in Fenton, MI. This role focuses on product design, PCB development for embedded systems, and prototyping for advanced dimensional gauging solutions used in automotive, aerospace, and glass manufacturing.
This is an opportunity to take ownership of projects from concept through production in a highly collaborative engineering environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Design electronic products from concept through schematic capture and PCB layout
- Develop and test prototypes (hands-on lab work required)
- Modify and improve existing products and systems
- Troubleshoot issues across analog, digital, and embedded systems
- Integrate sensors, communication interfaces, and power systems
- Support product transition from development to production
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
- 2+ years of electrical product design experience
- Experience with analog and digital circuit design (low-noise, high-precision)
- Experience with microcontrollers and embedded systems
- Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware and firmware
- Hands-on prototyping experience (soldering, breadboarding, etc.)
- Experience with PCB schematic and layout design
Required Technical Skills (Keywords for Search)
- PCB Design / PCB Layout
- Embedded Systems / Microcontrollers
- Analog & Digital Circuit Design
- Communication Protocols:
- RS232, RS485, UART, I2C, SPI
- CAN, Ethernet
- USB 2.0 / 3.0, USB-C
- Sensors and data acquisition systems
Preferred Skills
- Altium Designer
- SMT manufacturing experience
- Op-Amps and comparator design
- Power systems (low-voltage DC, battery-powered devices)
- STM32, AVR, MSP430, or PIC microcontrollers
- MIPI-DSI and/or MIPI-CSI PCB layout requirements
- RF communication (Bluetooth, BLE, Zigbee, Wi-Fi)
- C / C++ programming
Work Environment
- On-site role in Fenton, MI (near Flint, along US-23)
- Hands-on engineering lab environment
- Collaborative R&D team with direct impact on product development
Compensation
- Salary: Based on experience
- Please include salary expectations with your application
Additional Information
- Local candidates preferred (relocation not provided)
- Full-time position
About LMI Corporation
LMI Corporation is a leader in dimensional gauging solutions, specializing in precision measurement systems, including laser profilometers, probes, wireless data systems, and automated gauging equipment serving multiple high-tech industries.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- PCB Design: 1 year (Required)
- Electronical Engineer: 1 year (Required)
- Micro Controllers: 1 year (Required)
- Electrical Product Design: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
