TL;DR

Staff Electrical Engineer (Robotics): Develop and prototype high-density electronic systems and motor drive circuitry for advanced mobile robots with an accent on embedded firmware, high-speed communication, and PCB architecture. Focus on designing complex electromechanical systems, circuit validation, and integration with robotics hardware.

Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts, US

Salary: $183,000 - $271,000 + bonus + equity + benefits

Company

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What you will do

Design and rapidly prototype electrical systems for advanced mobile robots, focusing on small, high-density applications.
Develop and validate custom motor drive circuitry for robotic actuators.
Create detailed schematics and PCB layouts using Altium to meet performance and reliability standards.
Write embedded firmware in C/C++ and HDL for microcontrollers and FPGAs.
Implement high-speed communication protocols such as Ethernet, PCIe, and EtherCAT.
Perform circuit analysis, failure analysis, and troubleshooting using lab equipment.
Collaborate on electromechanical integration including connectors and wire harness design.

Requirements

Must have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
10+ years of experience in robotics or similar field with PCB design expertise.
Expertise with Altium for schematic capture and PCB layout.
Experience developing high-speed communication and power regulation systems.
Proficiency in analog and digital design and embedded firmware development.
Location: Must be based in or able to work onsite in Cambridge, Massachusetts, US.

Nice to have

Experience with Python, LabView, or MATLAB for automation and testing.
Linux kernel or device driver development experience.
Small team leadership or technical project management experience.
Knowledge of Verilog or VHDL for hardware design and simulation.
Experience with wire harness design for high-vibration environments and advanced PCB technologies.
Familiarity with mechanical CAD tools like SolidWorks.