Senior Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer

A cutting-edge robotics and automation company in the Greater Boston area is hiring a full-time Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design and development of advanced electrical systems for next-generation industrial robotic platforms. This role will focus on system-level electrical architecture, embedded systems, power distribution, PCB design, industrial controls, and robotic system integration across complex electromechanical products. The position offers the opportunity to work hands-on throughout the full product lifecycle, from early R&D and prototyping through validation, manufacturing, and field deployment.

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly technical engineer who enjoys solving challenging real-world robotics problems in a fast-paced innovation environment. The company is looking for someone who can provide technical leadership while remaining deeply involved in design execution, cross-functional collaboration, and product development. You'll help shape the electrical architecture of advanced robotic systems, influence engineering standards and processes, and work closely with software, mechanical, and systems engineering teams to bring cutting-edge automation technology into production. This role offers strong ownership, visibility, and long-term technical growth within a rapidly scaling robotics organization.

Required Skills & Experience · 8+ years of experience in electrical engineering within robotics, automation, or electromechanical systems · Strong background in electrical system architecture and industrial automation · Experience with AC/DC power distribution and 3-phase industrial power systems · Experience designing control systems, power electronics, and embedded hardware · Strong knowledge of motors, motor controls, encoders, load cells, and industrial sensors · Experience with PCB design, schematic capture, and electrical documentation · Proficiency with Altium or equivalent PCB design tools · Experience supporting products through prototyping, validation, testing, and production release · Familiarity with electrical safety standards, EMC, and compliance requirements · Strong cross-functional communication and collaboration skills · Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required

Desired Skills & Experience · Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field · Experience working with robotic system integration and autonomous robotic platforms · Familiarity with functional safety standards such as IEC 61508 · Experience with cable harness design and interconnect solutions · Familiarity with industrial robot safety standards · Experience with CAD tools such as OnShape · Background supporting manufacturing, sustaining engineering, and field troubleshooting · Experience working in fast-paced startup or R&D environments

Tech Breakdown · 35% Electrical System Architecture & Design · 25% Embedded Systems & Power Electronics · 20% Validation, Testing & Production Support · 20% Cross-Functional Engineering Collaboration

Daily Responsibilities · 65% Hands On · 15% Technical Leadership · 20% Team Collaboration

The Offer • Bonus eligible • Equity eligible

You will receive the following benefits: · Medical Insurance · Dental Benefits · Vision Benefits · Paid Time Off (PTO) · 401(k)

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.