Optical Research Engineer Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Why Work at Banner?
For over 50 years, Banner Engineering has been at the forefront of industrial automation. We offer products and solutions including award-winning sensors, wireless solutions, machine safety, indication and LED lighting. From Fortune 500 leaders to innovative startups, Banner's award-winning products and solutions are helping companies around the world increase efficiency, reduce costs, safeguard equipment, and protect personnel. Our commitment to innovation shows through a continuous, market-driven evolution of products and technology. With engineers employed in nearly every major department, engineering is in our DNA.
Banner is a rapidly growing company that offers many personal development opportunities, an excellent benefits package, and a collaborative team of employees who are passionate about what they do.
Position Summary
We're looking for a hard-working individual who would like to join us in developing new product concepts within our Functional Safety group, as well as engineering, manufacturing, and customer support. This Electrical Engineer II position is a hands-on research and development role focusing on product design. You'll be a contributing member in our collaborative environment while finding a good amount of autonomy here and a hard-working group that contributes to Banner's ongoing success and continuing growth. In this position, you will be part of a multi-disciplinary and highly technical team, collaborating with peer engineers to prototype and develop cutting-edge functional safety products. You will play a key role in all stages of product development, from initial technology evaluation and prototype design to successful release of final product and addressing field issues if they arise.
This position is located at our corporate headquarters in Plymouth, MN and is a 5 day per week, in-office position.
What You'll Be Doing
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working both independently and collaboratively, staying on top of tasks, and making a meaningful impact across teams and projects. Below are some key responsibilities of the role.
Key Responsibilities

• Design analog and digital circuits for industrial safety products.
• Evaluate electrical designs to ensure the products meet the intended requirements.
• Manage product documentation including bill of materials (BOMs), design verification reports, and engineering change orders (ECOs).
• Collaborate with optical, mechanical, software, and manufacturing engineers to provide globally competitive products

What You Bring to the Table
To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, and regular attendance is required. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities.
Required

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in electrical design in a related industry
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field
• Effective working experience with analog / small signal and embedded systems design
• Proficiency with relevant circuit design software tools including schematic capture, PCB layout, and SPICE / simulation tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience working with test & measurement equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, function generators, spectrum analyzers, custom test platforms, etc.
• Ability to multi-task effectively, work in a collaborative team environment, and take initiative on design choices
• Ability to clearly and concisely convey ideas to others, both verbally and in written formats

Preferred

• Software programming expertise
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to multi-task and thrive in a team environment
• Experience working in industrial products industry
• Familiarity with design for Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) best practices
• Working understanding of microcontrollers / microprocessors

What to Expect at Work
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities.

• Sit for up to 8 hours per day.
• Continuous movement, walking, or standing.
• Exposed to a computer screen for extended periods
• May require repetitive motions such as utilize a computer mouse, keyboard, computer, and other standard office equipment.
• Communicate with others frequently.

Working Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those you may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Corporate office environment - indoor and climate-controlled

Pay and Benefits
Banner Engineering is committed to offering competitive pay and benefits, including, but not limited to:

• 401(k) with match
• Student Loan 401(k) match program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with company contribution
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Sales and Profit Sharing Elegibility
• Flexible work hours
• Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance

Base Pay Range: $100,698.00 - $128,278.00
*Please note some career sites assign estimated compensation ranges that may not accurately reflect what is offered by Banner Engineering.
Core Values
Customer Driven, Accountability Focused, Integrity Always, New Solutions - Every Day
If you excel in a dynamic, collaborative environment and are looking for meaningful challenges and opportunities to grow, you'll find a great fit here. Banner Engineering is a premier employer headquartered in MN, offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development as we rapidly grow in the Industrial Automation industry.
Banner Engineering is an equal opportunity employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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This job description reflects management's assignment of key responsibilities; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
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