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Electromagnetics R&D Engineer

Philips

Latham, NY · HybridJob$102–163K/yrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$102–163K/yr
Location
Latham, NYHybrid
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Electromagnetics R&D Engineer designs superconducting magnet solutions for a medical device, resolves technical challenges, and develops test plans and validation protocols. The role evaluates vendor components, supports continuous improvement, mentors junior engineers, and communicates with senior stakeholders. It is an office role with in-person work at least three days per week.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

ElectromagneticsElectrical EngineeringPhysicsMechanical EngineeringAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving

Qualifications

2+ Years Experience or Master's DegreeBachelor's or Master's in Electromagnetics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering or Equivalent

Benefits

Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Your Role:

  • Design optimal solutions for a superconducting magnet as part of a sophisticated medical device, applying advanced technical expertise and strategic thinking by interpreting complex engineering requirements. Delivers high-quality results aligned with regulatory and performance standards with minimal supervision.

  • Diagnoses and resolves complex technical challenges through root cause analysis and experimental process to prevent production disruptions. Apply advanced problem-solving methods.

  • Develops and oversees comprehensive test plans and validation protocols to ensure design integrity and compliance. Uses rigorous testing and feedback to continuously refine and improve product performance and reliability.

  • Evaluates and approves vendor-supplied components and technologies, ensuring alignment with quality, performance, and strategic objectives. Builds and maintains strong internal and external partnerships to influence project outcomes and innovation.

  • Leads continuous improvement by implementing best practices, mentoring junior engineers, and communicating insights to senior stakeholders. Drives process optimization, enhances team capability, and accelerates time-to-market while ensuring adherence to company standards.

You're the right fit if:

  • You’ve acquired 2+ years of experience with Bachelor's in areas such as Electromagnetics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent OR no prior experience required with Master's Degree.

  • You have a Bachelor's / Master's Degree in in Electromagnetics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent as well as demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • You must be able to successfully perform the following minimum Physical, Cognitive and Environmental job requirements with or without accommodation for this position.

How we work together

We believe that we are better together than apart. For our office-based teams, this means working in-person at least 3 days per week. Onsite roles require full-time presence in the company’s facilities. Field roles are most effectively done outside of the company’s main facilities, generally at the customers’ or suppliers’ locations.

This is an Office role.

About Philips

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Philips Transparency Details

The pay range for this position in NY is $102,000 to $163,000 Annually.

The actual base pay offered may vary within the posted ranges depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity.

In addition, other compensation, such as an annual incentive bonus, sales commission or long-term incentives may be offered. Employees are eligible to participate in our comprehensive Philips Total Rewards benefits program, which includes a generous PTO, 401k (up to 7% match), HSA (with company contribution), stock purchase plan, education reimbursement and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here.

At Philips, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each case.

Additional Information

US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa, now or in the future.

It is the policy of Philips to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy/childbirth, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or perceived disability, genetic information, citizenship, veteran or military status or a person’s relationship or association with a protected veteran, including spouses and other family members, marital or domestic partner status, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws.

As an equal opportunity employer, Philips is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact 888-367-7223, option 5, for assistance.

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