R&D Engineer

Technology Team

Position Description

The successful candidate will develop and execute research and development plans to model sensor-environment interactions, validate models in real-world conditions, and collaboratively develop sensor algorithms leading to accurate measurement of gas concentrations within the target environmental operating window.

This is a full-time, fully in-person position reporting to our VP of Technology at our San Diego, CA facility. We offer full benefits and a competitive salary.
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Specific responsibilities include:
· Designing, conducting, and troubleshooting experiments to validate models of electrical and electromechanical chemical sensors
· Performing in-depth analyses of experimental data and proposing next steps
· Refining architectures and algorithms that enhance and prolong sensor accuracy
· Reporting results to internal and external stakeholders

Key Qualifications:
‍· Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, physics, or related field, with at least 5 years of industry experience, or a master's degree with at least 2 years of industry experience
· Advanced troubleshooting and debugging skills
· Experience designing and implementing basic signal processing blocks, such as filters and feedback loops
· Experience working within cross-functional teams
· Excellent oral and written communication skills
· Energetic and motivated self-starter
· Authorization to work in the U.S.
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Preferred Qualifications:
· Proficiency in at least one programming language
· Familiarity with Python, Mathematica, and/or LabVIEW
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If you meet some but not all of the qualifications listed above, we still strongly encourage you to apply.
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Application Instructions

Please apply via e-mail with your resume in .pdf or .doc format, including the job title and your name in the subject line, for review. Cover letters are recommended, but not required. Please submit applications to our Business Operations Associate, Sadaf at srasekh@matrixsensorsinc.com

Statement of Equal Employment Opportunity
Matrix Sensors, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, protected medical leaves, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and any other status protected by state or federal law. Matrix Sensors, Inc. will not allow any form of retaliation against individuals who make good faith reports of alleged violations of this policy, or who cooperate in the investigation of such reports, even if the reports do not reveal any wrongdoing. 

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Matrix Sensors, Inc. offers an attractive benefits package and is an equal opportunity employer.