Lead Systems Design Engineer Jobs in Portland, OR

For more than 80 years, Tektronix has set the benchmark for quality in electronic test and measurement instruments. Our brand is built on engineering excellence, and we take that responsibility seriously. We foster a culture centered on learning, problem-solving, strong teamwork, and operational discipline. Continuous improvement is part of our DNA, and we thrive in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

At Tektronix, engineers have the opportunity to solve challenging technical problems, influence product direction, and develop technology that enables innovation across industries worldwide. We value technical excellence, ownership, collaboration, and a relentless focus on customer success.

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer to serve as a technical lead for the architecture, design, validation, and delivery of advanced test and measurement systems. This individual will drive key technical decisions, mentor engineers across disciplines, and collaborate closely with systems, FPGA, software, mechanical, manufacturing, and test engineering teams to deliver industry-leading products.

This role requires deep expertise in PCB design, high-speed and mixed-signal circuit design, RF and precision timing systems, and the ability to lead complex technical programs from concept through production. The ideal candidate combines strong technical depth with a demonstrated ability to influence architectural decisions, drive execution, and develop engineering talent.

This role offers the opportunity to shape the architecture of next-generation Tektronix instruments and influence technical direction across multiple engineering disciplines.

• Lead the architecture, design, implementation, and validation of complex PCB-based hardware systems, including schematic capture, layout direction, bring-up, debug, and production release.
• Provide technical leadership across the electrical engineering team by coordinating design activities, driving alignment, mentoring engineers, and establishing engineering best practices.
• Lead system-level electrical architecture development for next-generation instrumentation platforms, making critical tradeoff decisions that balance performance, cost, manufacturability, quality, and schedule.
• Design high-speed, analog, mixed-signal, RF, and digital circuits with strong focus on signal integrity, power integrity, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Develop and integrate RF, timebase, and precision timing circuitry, including low‑jitter clocking, synchronization, and frequency-sensitive subsystems.
• Apply deep understanding of analog signal chains, transmission line theory, impedance control, noise analysis, and precision measurement techniques to solve complex engineering challenges.
• Lead root‑cause analysis and debug of complex board‑level and subsystem‑level issues using structured engineering methodologies.
• Drive hardware architecture and technical tradeoffs across performance, cost, schedule, manufacturability, and technical risk.
• Partner closely with systems, FPGA, software, mechanical, manufacturing, and test engineering teams to define requirements, align technical decisions, and execute successful product deliveries.
• Lead design reviews, architecture reviews, DFx activities, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure technical rigor and engineering excellence.
• Serve as a technical mentor and role model, helping develop engineering talent through coaching, design reviews, technical guidance, and sharing of best practices.
• Translate customer and market needs into innovative technical solutions that deliver measurable value and differentiation for Tektronix products.
• Drive execution by developing realistic technical plans, proactively identifying risks, and leading mitigation strategies to achieve predictable product delivery.
• Actively lead prototype builds of PCBs and instruments, including planning, BOM development, integration, validation, and performance characterization.
• Influence technical decisions beyond immediate project boundaries and contribute to the long-term evolution of Tektronix hardware platforms, tools, and methodologies.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience designing complex electronic hardware systems, including ownership from architecture through production release.
• Demonstrated success leading technically complex hardware development efforts and delivering products to production.
• Deep expertise in high-speed, analog, mixed-signal, and RF circuit design.
• Strong expertise in PCB design, signal integrity, power integrity, analog design, and hardware bring‑up/debug.
• Experience designing RF, timebase, precision timing, or frequency‑sensitive circuits.
• Strong understanding of transmission line theory, impedance control, noise analysis, and precision measurement systems.li>
• Experience with common digital interfaces such as SPI, I²C, DDR, PCIe, or similar high‑speed interfaces.
• Proficiency with laboratory characterization and debug techniques using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, VNAs, signal generators, and related instrumentation.
• Experience with scripting and automation using Python, MATLAB, or similar tools.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, mentor engineers, and drive cross‑functional technical alignment.
• Proven ability to balance technical, schedule, and business priorities while making sound engineering decisions in ambiguous environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and structured problem‑solving abilities.

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience developing oscilloscopes, signal analyzers, signal generators, or other high‑performance test and measurement instruments.
• Experience with precision analog front ends, acquisition systems, calibration architectures, or metrology concepts.
• Experience performing RF characterization and VNA measurements.
• Experience with Ansys HFSS, HyperLynx, ADS, or comparable simulation and signal integrity analysis tools.
• Experience serving as a technical lead for multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Experience developing products in regulated, quality‑focused, or high‑reliability engineering environments.
• Track record of mentoring engineers and helping build strong technical teams.

Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next‑generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high‑performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission‑critical advancements across industries, enabling real‑world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we’re building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.

Tektronix, a wholly owned subsidiary of Ralliant Corporation, is a place where people are challenged to explore the boundaries of what’s possible, bringing the digital future one step closer every day. Through precision‑engineered measurement solutions, we work with our customers to eliminate the barriers between inspiration and realization of world‑changing technologies. We believe that cultivating a deeper sense of loyalty and belonging is key to how we attract and retain our best people. This reality inspires our Inclusion & Diversity vision, We Are More Together, and guides our approach as we all work toward creating great places where our teams work and thrive. Realize your true potential at Tektronix – join us in revolutionizing a better tomorrow!

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@Ralliant.com.

The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 123800.00-230000.00

The essential duties of this position require adherence to U.S. Government export control regulations. Accordingly, candidates must either be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or be prepared to collaborate with the company in securing the necessary U.S. government export authorizations. While the company encourages all interested applicants to apply, please be aware that ongoing employment is dependent upon obtaining the appropriate government export authorizations.