Electrical Engineer

About Vale

At Vale, our goal is to make magic and bring the real benefits of matcha to a billion people. We are a group of fun-loving, matcha enthusiasts who believe that a good idea can come from anywhere. Vale is a Seattle startup making magic through cutting-edge technology, automation, and world class hospitality experiences. We are a dynamic and highly cross functional team with a wealth of experience in food service, food automation, software engineering, aerospace, and consumer electronics. We have come together to develop the Matcha experience of the future — whether that's in a cafe, your neighbourhood park, or at home.

About you

You are someone who is enthusiastic about matcha, obsessed with innovation, and loves being a part of a dynamic team.

• Enthusiastic about matcha. The world of matcha is huge, so you should be curious about its benefits, flavor profiles, and methods of preparation.
• Detail Oriented. Take pride in your craft and ensure Vale's products are consistent, repeatable, and of the highest quality.
• Versatile. Bringing matcha to a billion people is dynamic work! You should be comfortable sharing your expertise in one area, but capable of owning something new in another.
• A bar raiser with proven experience. You don't just meet the standard — you raise it. You bring deep, hands-on expertise that elevates everyone around you and sets a new benchmark for what great looks like.
• Excited to be a part of a growing team. Vale is a growing company and we want you to grow with us.
• A designer. You who take pride in clean schematics, well-characterized power systems, and hardware that works reliably in the field.

The role

As an Electrical Engineer, you will design, develop, and test the electrical systems and PCBAs that power Vale's automated matcha machines.

• Design electrical schematics and PCB layouts for Vale's hardware systems
• Select and qualify components including power management ICs, microcontrollers, and sensors
• Conduct design reviews (schematic and layout) and lead PCB bring-up and validation
• Develop and execute electrical test plans and characterization studies
• Collaborate with Firmware engineers on hardware/software co-design
• Ensure designs meet relevant safety standards and regulatory requirements
• Manage ECOs and maintain electrical documentation in PLM and design file systems

Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• 4+ years of electrical engineering experience in product hardware development
• Proficiency in PCB design tools such as Altium, KiCad, or Cadence
• Experience with analog and digital circuit design, power electronics, and motor drive circuits
• Hands-on experience with bench equipment including oscilloscopes, power supplies, and network analyzers
• Familiarity with safety standards (UL, CE, or IEC) a strong plus

Compensation

$100,000 – $138,000 per year

Benefits

• Company funded ORCA card
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Annual bonuses
• Joining a fun startup in Seattle