Senior/Staff Electrical Engineer

Slip Robotics is a cutting-edge robotics company specializing in the development of large autonomous mobile robots for loading and unloading semi-trailers. With a strong presence in the greater Atlanta area, we are continuously expanding our team of passionate engineers and designers to create innovative robotic solutions that address various logistical challenges.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Staff Electrical Engineer to join our team and contribute to the design and development of advanced electrical systems for our robotic solutions. As a Staff Electrical Engineer, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of our products, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful integration of electrical systems and components.

Responsibilities:

As a Staff Electrical Engineer, you will:

1. Design and develop mixed-signal electrical systems, including analog, digital, and RF design, in support of power distribution, control, sensing, and communication systems in robotic systems.
2.  Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and bill of materials (BOM) for various projects.
3.  Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, software, and systems engineers, to ensure seamless integration of electrical components and systems.
4.  Perform detailed analysis and simulations to validate and optimize electrical designs, considering performance, reliability, and cost.
5. Specify, select, and evaluate electrical components, such as sensors, actuators, power supplies, and communication modules.
6. Interface with mechanical engineers to develop and implement Off-The-Shelf and custom electrical components and wire harnesses.
7. Prepare for and support all regulatory compliance testing.
8. Develop and execute test plans for electrical systems and components, including troubleshooting and resolving issues.
9. Support the preparation and review of technical documentation, including design specifications, test reports, and manufacturing instructions.
10. Mentor and guide junior engineers, providing technical expertise and support as needed.
11. Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices to drive continuous improvement and innovation.

Qualifications:

As a Staff Electrical Engineer, you'll bring:

1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. A PhD or relevant certifications is a plus.
2. Minimum of 7 years of experience in electrical engineering, preferably in the mobile robotics, automation, or a related industry.
3. Strong knowledge of electrical design principles, including power distribution, control systems, and communication protocols.
4. Proficiency in electrical CAD tools, such as Altium Designer, Cadence/Allegro, KiCAD, or similar software.
5. Experience with embedded systems design and microcontroller programming.
6. Experience with preparation and support of regulatory compliance testing of electrical systems and components.
7. Experience working with geographically dispersed teams.

We are a tight-knit team, so we are very selective about who we hire to ensure our company values and performance remain high. Along with technical skill, we look for the following -

At your core:

1. You are able to think architecturally and with a strong sense of usability and human-centered design.
2. You are not rigid or dogmatic.
3. You are a problem solver, able to balance competing priorities, and manage through complexity, ambiguity, and rapid change.
4. You are a skilled communicator, able to produce comprehensive yet succinct technical documentation, with a writing style that is easily consumed, inspires trust, curiosity, interest, and confidence.
5. You are able to anticipate technical challenges or roadblocks, create preemptive strategies and solutions to mitigate risks and ensure seamless execution.
6. You are naturally curious, interested in, and inspired by new ideas, technologies, and approaches.
7. You are collaborative, honest, thoughtful, flexible, fun, smart, confident, generous, inspiring, happy, and humble.
8. You have a fundamental understanding of how businesses and large organizations operate, and of what motivates and inspires business leaders.

We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. Slip Robotics is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and Slip Robotics does not offer sponsorship for immigration or work authorization status for this position.

Join us at Slip Robotics and be part of the team that is transforming the logistics industry through advanced robotics and automation!