Senior Electrical Engineer (Robotics)

TL;DR

Senior Electrical Engineer (Robotics): Developing robust and reliable electronics for the next generation of Digit humanoids with an accent on PCB design, component selection, and hardware verification. Focus on optimizing space-constrained circuitry, power electronics, and ensuring production-readiness for commercial-scale deployment.

Location: Hybrid - Fremont, CA. Must be based in the US and have current authorization to work in the United States. Regular travel to Salem, Oregon is required (approx. one week per month).

Salary: $174,000 – $226,000 USD

Company

hirify.global is pioneering a new era of automation by deploying commercial humanoid robots to tackle physically demanding tasks in warehouses and manufacturing facilities.

What you will do

• Implement PCB schematics and oversee layout to create high-quality engineering deliverables for release.
• Identify, select, and qualify electronic components and generate new parts and symbols.
• Create and execute engineering verification checklists and document results for cross-functional design reviews.
• Perform rapid prototyping and bring-up of electrical systems at the board level.
• Implement designs for emissions, testability, manufacturing, and assembly.
• Conduct debugging and root cause analysis for hardware and software defects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 7+ years of professional electrical design experience.
• Deep expertise with Altium for component generation and schematic entry.
• Experience managing PCB layout designers and writing layout briefs.
• Strong knowledge of embedded controls, high-speed differential signaling, microcontrollers, and power electronics.
• Current authorization to work in the United States.

Nice to have

• Advanced degree with specific robotics experience.
• Experience with high-capacity Li batteries, BMS, or DC-DC conversion.
• Knowledge of sensor fusion (Lidar, radar, cameras) and RF SOM/antenna design.
• Experience with flex circuit design and cable harness design in Altium.
• Proficiency in analog design, sensing, and instrumentation.
• Experience with BLDC motors and motor control.
• Project management experience using Jira.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive rewards including a 401(k) with 6% company match and equity stock options.
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance starting on day one.
• Flexible, unlimited PTO for exempt employees and 12 company holidays including a winter shutdown.
• On-site perks such as catered lunches four times a week at specific locations.
• Generous paid parental leave and professional development tuition reimbursement.
• Relocation assistance provided for eligible roles.