Job Description
Title: Sr. Electrical Design Engineer (onsite work)
Location: Seattle, WA
Duration: Permanent / FTE
Salary Range: $140K - $170K
NOTE - Candidate need to be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
Our client is looking to add a Sr. Electrical Design Engineering focusing on new product development and with robotics experience.
Daily Responsibilities:
Electrical System Troubleshooting
Perform PCBA board-level troubleshooting and issue resolution for both design and fabrication/assembly issues
Work from detailed electrical issues outward to system-level integration problems, understanding how electronics interact with software, controls, and mechanical systems
Diagnose and resolve motor drive control issues
Ask the right questions to identify root causes and develop testable hypotheses for complex system failures
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (software, controls, mechanical) to determine whether issues are electrical, software-based, or integration-related
Design Support & Modifications
Execute PCB modifications and layout tweaks using Altium design tools
Manage component pickups and design adjustments for existing circuit boards
Perform board bring-up and integration testing in collaboration with mechanical and firmware/software teams
Document troubleshooting processes, findings, and solutions clearly to support continuous improvement
Technical Leadership
Apply versatile engineering knowledge across analog, digital, and power electronics domains
Understand system architecture sufficiently to identify where issues originate within the larger system
Manage bills of materials and address parts obsolescence or supply chain constraints
Write test procedures and assist in formal verification of design function
Required Skills
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent from an accredited university
8+ years of hands-on electrical engineering experience
Proficiency with Altium design tools for schematic review, PCB modifications, and layout adjustments
Strong motor drive and DC motor control experience, including understanding of motor stability, commutation, phase alignment, and drive electronics troubleshooting
Demonstrated expertise in PCBA board-level troubleshooting and debug with systematic root cause analysis skills
Excellent problem-solving abilities with focus on asking the right questions to isolate issues
Experience working with complex electromechanical systems where electrical, software, and controls interact
Strong hands-on lab experience with oscilloscopes, multimeters, and diagnostic equipment
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively in team settings
Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and technical documentation
Highly motivated with ability to prioritize and drive toward issue resolution
Technical Skills
Proficiency in analog and digital circuit analysis and troubleshooting
Experience with power management systems and power electronics
Understanding of microprocessor, FPGA, or DSP-based systems
Experience with sensor interfaces and signal conditioning
Knowledge of EMI/EMC principles and debugging techniques
Additional Skills
Industrial robotics or automation system experience
Power electronics design experience
Technical project leadership of electrical engineering teams
Experience with motor control algorithms and feedback systems
Experience with EtherCAT devices
High-speed digital design experience (PCI Express, Gigabit Ethernet, USB)
Python programming for test automation or data analysis
Experience bringing products from concept to production
The following benefits are offered for this position:
Excellent Healthcare plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision) fully paid for by the company for the employee; partial payment for dependents
401(k) plan with company match
Long-term and short-term disability, AD&D and Life Insurance
Paid maternity/new parent leave
11 Paid holidays
3 weeks of paid time off (PTO) per year, increasing after 2, 5, and * years of service
Location: Seattle, WA
Duration: Permanent / FTE
Salary Range: $140K - $170K
NOTE - Candidate need to be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
Our client is looking to add a Sr. Electrical Design Engineering focusing on new product development and with robotics experience.
Daily Responsibilities:
Electrical System Troubleshooting
Perform PCBA board-level troubleshooting and issue resolution for both design and fabrication/assembly issues
Work from detailed electrical issues outward to system-level integration problems, understanding how electronics interact with software, controls, and mechanical systems
Diagnose and resolve motor drive control issues
Ask the right questions to identify root causes and develop testable hypotheses for complex system failures
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (software, controls, mechanical) to determine whether issues are electrical, software-based, or integration-related
Design Support & Modifications
Execute PCB modifications and layout tweaks using Altium design tools
Manage component pickups and design adjustments for existing circuit boards
Perform board bring-up and integration testing in collaboration with mechanical and firmware/software teams
Document troubleshooting processes, findings, and solutions clearly to support continuous improvement
Technical Leadership
Apply versatile engineering knowledge across analog, digital, and power electronics domains
Understand system architecture sufficiently to identify where issues originate within the larger system
Manage bills of materials and address parts obsolescence or supply chain constraints
Write test procedures and assist in formal verification of design function
Required Skills
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent from an accredited university
8+ years of hands-on electrical engineering experience
Proficiency with Altium design tools for schematic review, PCB modifications, and layout adjustments
Strong motor drive and DC motor control experience, including understanding of motor stability, commutation, phase alignment, and drive electronics troubleshooting
Demonstrated expertise in PCBA board-level troubleshooting and debug with systematic root cause analysis skills
Excellent problem-solving abilities with focus on asking the right questions to isolate issues
Experience working with complex electromechanical systems where electrical, software, and controls interact
Strong hands-on lab experience with oscilloscopes, multimeters, and diagnostic equipment
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively in team settings
Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and technical documentation
Highly motivated with ability to prioritize and drive toward issue resolution
Technical Skills
Proficiency in analog and digital circuit analysis and troubleshooting
Experience with power management systems and power electronics
Understanding of microprocessor, FPGA, or DSP-based systems
Experience with sensor interfaces and signal conditioning
Knowledge of EMI/EMC principles and debugging techniques
Additional Skills
Industrial robotics or automation system experience
Power electronics design experience
Technical project leadership of electrical engineering teams
Experience with motor control algorithms and feedback systems
Experience with EtherCAT devices
High-speed digital design experience (PCI Express, Gigabit Ethernet, USB)
Python programming for test automation or data analysis
Experience bringing products from concept to production
The following benefits are offered for this position:
Excellent Healthcare plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision) fully paid for by the company for the employee; partial payment for dependents
401(k) plan with company match
Long-term and short-term disability, AD&D and Life Insurance
Paid maternity/new parent leave
11 Paid holidays
3 weeks of paid time off (PTO) per year, increasing after 2, 5, and * years of service
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Sr. Electrical Design Engineer (onsite work) position is now open for candidates interested in the Operator & Technician Jobs sector. This role in Seattle offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Operator & Technician Jobs is a plus.
