Electrical Designer

Cohu is a global technology leader providing test, automation, inspection, and metrology solutions to the semiconductor industry. We are seeking a detail-oriented Electrical Designer to develop high-quality electrical documentation for complex semiconductor handler systems. This position focuses on detailed electrical wiring, cable and harness development, engineering documentation, and support of prototype and production builds.
Success in this role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently while maintaining high engineering quality.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer-sponsored visa sponsorship, now or in the future. 

Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities 

Electrical Design

• Develop electrical schematics, cable assemblies, wire harnesses, and related documentation.
• Design wiring solutions for complex industrial equipment following established engineering standards.
• Select connectors, terminals, wire types, cable protection, and standard electrical components (Breakers, Relays, EMO switches, etc.)
• Design high-flex cable systems and e-chain routing for moving assemblies.
• Support prototype builds and production by resolving electrical documentation issues.

Engineering Documentation 

• Create and maintain accurate electrical documentation.
• Generate wire lists, cable schedules, connector tables, harness drawings, labels, and related manufacturing documentation.
• Create, structure and maintain BOMs in the Company’s ORACLE database in align with mechanical engineering team.
• Maintain documentation throughout the product lifecycle, including Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
• Ensure released documentation is complete, accurate, and consistent with company standards.

Engineering Support 

• Support prototype assembly and manufacturing by answering electrical documentation questions.
• Work closely with mechanical, firmware, manufacturing, and systems engineers to resolve integration issues.
• Participate in electrical design reviews.
• Resolve assigned engineering issues in a timely manner. we.

Required Qualifications

• Education/Training:  Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field. 
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of industrial electrical design experience.
• Skills/Technical Requirements: 
  • Industrial wiring and cable assemblies.
  • Harness design and connector selection.
  • Industrial electrical documentation.
  • Basic AC/DC power distribution and industrial control components.
  • Electrical drafting practices.
  • High-flex cable systems and e-chain applications is desirable.
  • Experience with some electrical CAD system; Altium Designer, AutoCAD, or DraftSight is desirable. 
• Desired Attributes
  • Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to engineering quality.
  • Highly organized with strong documentation skills.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Proactive in identifying issues and driving tasks to completion.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Takes ownership of assigned work and consistently follows through on commitments.
  • Willing to learn new technologies and continuously improve engineering knowledge.

Job Conditions: Occasional domestic or international travel may be required.

Physical Demands/Strengths: Prolonged periods of sitting at a computer terminal.  Use of keyboard. 

Protective Devices Required: In required areas

Compensation: The estimated base pay range for this position is $82,000 to $90,000 per year, depending on qualifications, experience, education, and other job-related factors. This range represents Cohu’s good faith estimate of what it reasonably expects to pay for this role upon hire. This role may also be eligible for other compensation programs as determined by company policy.

Featured benefits

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition assistance
• Disability & life insurance
• Profit Sharing