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Join our APO team at Helen of Troy as our Product Development Specialist and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands, including OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Braun, PUR, Vicks, Honeywell, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, and Revlon. Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere every day!

Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere:
In your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent!

BASIC PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
Design, develop, and optimize electronic circuits for small household appliances (e.g., humidifier, fan, coffee maker, air purifiers) with a focus on safety, efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and compliance.

Core Accountabilities:
61 Design analog/digital circuits for control systems, power management, sensor integration, and user interfaces (LED/LCD displays, touch panels).
61 Develop schematics and PCB layouts using tools like Altium Designer, CAM350, ensuring manufacturability and reliability.
61 Collaborate with mechanical engineers to integrate electronics into compact appliance enclosures, resolving thermal and space constraints.
61 Conduct prototyping, testing, and debugging (using oscilloscopes, multimeters, and logic analyzers) to validate performance under safety standards (e.g., IEC 60335, UL).
61 Optimize BOM cost by selecting cost-effective components (microcontrollers, MOSFETs, sensors) without compromising quality.
Support production teams with technical documentation, including assembly guides and troubleshooting protocols.

Education, Qualification and training
61 Bachelor EE Degree or above is required
61 5+ years of relevant experience

Experience or skills required
61 Technical Expertise: Proficiency in analog circuit design (power supplies, amplifiers), digital logic, embedded systems programming, and microcontroller integration for home appliances.
61 Tools Proficiency: Experience with PCB design software, simulation tools, and version control systems (Git).
61 Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with safety certifications (UL, CE, FCC, RoHS) and EMC/EMI compliance for consumer electronics.
61 Problem-Solving: Ability to diagnose circuit malfunctions, optimize power consumption, and resolve interference issues.
61 Education: Bachelor’s degree or above in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field; 5+ years of experience in small appliance circuit design preferred.
61 Preferred Competencies Experience with IoT-enabled appliances (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth integration) or energy-efficient designs (low-power modes).
61 Knowledge of thermal management techniques for compact enclosures.
61 Able to read, write and communicate in English.