Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Electronic Engineering Solutions in Lawrence, MA
Founded in 1987, we have dedicated ourselves to delivering highly manufacturable electronic designs that meet the evolving needs of industries worldwide. Our team combines over 35 years of experience with a collaborative approach, having successfully engineered and delivered more than 350 board-level designs across medical, consumer, industrial, and defense sectors. We specialize in transforming client concepts into market-ready products, offering end-to-end solutions from specification writing to production-ready prototypes.Our facility in Lawrence, Massachusetts, integrates advanced CAD tools, electronics design labs, and software development capabilities, supported by strategic partnerships for prototyping and industrial design. With a proven track record of first-time regulatory compliance and cost-effective Far-East sourcing, we prioritize client confidence through predictable deliverables and transparent communication methodologies.
Services
Electronic Design
Embedded Software
Product Prototyping
Regulatory Compliance
Manufacturing Support
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of experience in electronic product design and development.
- Our team has delivered over 350 board-level designs with first-time regulatory compliance.
- We specialize in cost-effective Far-East sourcing and manufacturing transitions.
- Our collaborative approach integrates industrial design and regulatory expertise.
- Clients consistently praise our predictable deliverables and transparent communication.
Associations and certifications
- Altera Corporation
- Analog Devices
- Texas Instruments
- Microchip
What people say
Excellent communication methodologies
Predictability of deliverables
Worked the first time
Enhanced our credibility
Breadth of service and knowledge
Services
Electronic Design
We create custom electronic designs for industrial, medical, and consumer applications. Our expertise includes mixed-signal circuits, power supplies, and motor control systems. Clients benefit from designs that meet regulatory standards and manufacturing requirements.
Embedded Software
Our team develops firmware for microprocessors and DSPs, ensuring seamless hardware-software integration. We provide test suites and low-level drivers to accelerate client implementation while maintaining reliability and performance.
Regulatory Compliance
We ensure designs meet CSA, FCC, UL, EN, and IEC standards. Our experience reduces testing iterations, saving time and costs while guaranteeing compliance for global market entry.
Product Prototyping
We deliver production-ready prototypes with comprehensive documentation. Our process includes rapid iteration and client collaboration to refine designs before full-scale manufacturing transitions.
Manufacturing Support
We assist in transitioning products to manufacturers worldwide. Our expertise includes cost optimization, component sourcing, and documentation to ensure smooth production and long-term component availability.
People
Clive Bolton
Principal
Clive Bolton founded Bolton Engineering in 1987 after a career in management consulting at McKinsey & Company. He specializes in electronic product development, with expertise in medical devices, industrial controls, and consumer electronics. Clive holds a BS in Electrical Engineering from MIT and has authored numerous industry publications.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We serve medical, industrial, consumer electronics, defense, and robotics industries with tailored electronic design solutions.
How do you ensure regulatory compliance?
Our designs meet CSA, FCC, UL, EN, and IEC standards, with a track record of first-time testing success.
Can you handle complex, time-sensitive projects?
Yes, we've delivered projects like a camera design in four weeks and complex systems in 18 weeks using agile methodologies.
How do you collaborate with clients?
We integrate with client teams, offering transparent communication and design tradeoff analysis to align with cost and timeline goals.
What manufacturing support do you provide?
We transition products to manufacturers globally, ensuring cost-effective sourcing and long-term component availability.
