Staff Electrical Engineer

Boston Dynamics is looking for a Staff Electrical Engineer to join our Atlas team. As a Staff Electrical Engineer at Boston Dynamics, you will play a pivotal role in the evolution of Atlas, our advanced humanoid robot. Every day you will work on designing compact, reliable electronics used in dense electromechanical systems.You will frequently work hands-on, in the lab, building and debugging electrical systems, ranging from small test setups to fully integrated robots. Robotics includes a broad range of technical subjects within electrical engineering. To thrive in this role, you must be able to work efficiently on multiple development threads in separate, evolving contexts.Boston Dynamics is a world leader in mobile robots, tackling some of the toughest robotics challenges. For years, our awe-inspiring viral videos on YouTube have shown the world what remarkably capable robots can do. Now we are quickly becoming a recognized leader in automation solutions for industrial applications and warehouse logistics. What You’ll Do:Design electronics that comprise advanced robotic actuators and end-effectorsDevelop circuit designs for motor drives, power supplies, analog sensing, microcontrollers, and high-speed communications by performing trade studies, block-diagramming, and schematic captureAnalyze and optimize circuit designs using spice and simulationDesign PCB layouts for highly integrated assemblies with techniques including Flex/Rigid-Flex, High-Density-Interconnect (HDI), and heavy copperWork cross-functionally with mechanical engineers to miniaturize PCBs and optimize reliability for highly complex electromechanical systemsConduct failure analysis and debug complex systems using strong circuit analysis fundamentalsDevelop comprehensive design and test documentation and execute thorough Electrical Validation Test (EVT)Use command-line Linux tools to configure networks, run software on robots, and interact with firmwareUse a wide variety of lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, DMM’s, power supplies, programmable loads, and spectrum analyzers to validate designs and debug hard problemsQualifications:Any of the experience listed below would be applicable in this role, it is not expected that candidates would possess all of these qualifications.BS or MS in Electrical Engineering5+ years of experience designing electronicsExperience designing power electronicsExperience using or designing motors and motor drivesExperience implementing ethernet, PCIe, or other high speed data technologies Experience with High-Density-Interconnect (HDI) and heavy copper layoutStrong knowledge of PCB fabrication and assemblyExperience with Python, C/C++, or MATLAB and strong Linux command-line knowledgeWorking knowledge of Solidworks or similar mechanical CAD toolsWe are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas for this position.The salary range for this position will be clearly stated in the job posting as required by Massachusetts law. The base pay range for this position is between $117,000 - $145,000. Base pay will depend on multiple individualized factors including, but not limited to internal equity, job related knowledge, skills and experience. This range represents a good faith estimate of compensation at the time of posting.Boston Dynamics will never ask you to divulge your personal financial or account information as part of its recruiting process.#LI-MD1SummaryLocation: Waltham, MAType: Full time