Senior Electrical Engineer

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled electrical designer with strong expertise in schematic design, electrical simulation, printed circuit board (PCB) design, and firmware development in C++.

The ideal candidate will play a critical role in developing robust, high-performance electrical systems that integrate seamlessly with our electromechanical components, helping to ensure our products meet rigorous requirements. The ideal candidate would contribute to both power and embedded design for our highly dynamic robotic systems.

In addition, this person would contribute to developing, optimizing, and implementing embedded software for real-time control of our systems.

We’re hiring across multiple experience levels, including

Associate Engineer Engineer Senior Engineer Staff Engineer Senior Staff Engineer Your title and level will be determined based on your experience, skills, and the scope of responsibility appropriate for the role.

What You'll Do

Design and Develop Electrical Systems: Create detailed electrical schematics and PCB layouts that meet performance and durability requirements for autonomous systems including embedded and power circuits.

Develop Real-Time Embedded Software

Design and implement embedded software in C++ and Python, focusing on real-time responsiveness and efficiency for autonomous defense applications.

Simulation and Testing

Perform simulations for signal integrity, thermal management, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) to ensure robust and reliable designs.

Electromechanical Integration

Collaborate closely with mechanical and software teams to integrate electrical and mechanical components, ensuring optimal performance and reliability in harsh environments.

PCB Design

Lead the development of high-quality printed circuit boards, adhering to best practices in layout, signal integrity, power distribution, and EMC considerations per military standards.

Documentation and Reporting

Develop and maintain detailed documentation of designs, including schematics, PCB layouts, simulation results, and test protocols.

Test and Debug Embedded Systems

Conduct extensive testing, simulation, and debugging in both lab and field environments, troubleshooting and optimizing electronics and software for various real-world conditions.

Performance Optimization

Continuously improve code performance and reduce power consumption to maximize system efficiency on hardware-constrained platforms.

What You'll Need

Educational Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

Embedded circuit design

Knowledge of microcontroller-based control systems including power conversion and motor drive.

Schematic Design & PCB Layout

Expertise with electrical design and PCB layout tools such as Altium Designer, OrCAD, or Eagle.

Simulation Tools

Proficiency with simulation software (e.g., SPICE, ANSYS Electronics) for evaluating circuit behavior under various environmental and operational stresses.

Electromechanical Integration

Proven experience integrating electrical components with mechanical systems, such as sensors, motors, and actuators.

Testing and Validation

Hands-on experience with testing methodologies, equipment, and protocols for validation of designs against military standards. Strong Background in Embedded Software: experience in embedded software development with a focus on real-time, safety-critical systems.

Proficiency in C++ and Python

Extensive experience in C++ for embedded systems, with additional proficiency in Python for scripting and development.

Experience with Real-Time Robotics Systems

Hands-on experience designing and deploying software for robotics applications, with a focus on real-time control and responsiveness.

Systems Integration

Ability to integrate software with various sensors, actuators, and control hardware in robotic and autonomous systems.

Educational Background

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

You'll Stand Out

Thermal Management Expertise: Knowledge of techniques and materials used in heat dissipation and thermal design for high-power systems.

Embedded Linux Experience

Familiarity with embedded Linux and RTOS environments, as well as experience building custom kernels for embedded platforms.

Networking and Communication Protocols

Knowledge of networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP) and communication protocols used in robotics systems (e.g., CAN, UART, I2C).

High-Performance Embedded Systems

Skills in optimizing code for low-latency, high-performance applications with strict power and computational constraints.

What We Offer

Competitive salary Equity Package Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Paid Time Off