Staff Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview:

The Staff Electrical Engineer researches, develops, designs, tests, evaluates, schematics, and documents electrical components, subassemblies, equipment, and systems, applying principles and techniques of electrical engineering.  This position is responsible to work independently and as a member of a team supporting the development of capital equipment.

Essential Functions

• Design and document Electrical Systems and Components, such as Cable, Wire Harness, Industrial Control Panel and Cable Routing/Managements.
• Propose specifications, create test plan and conduct validation for electrical systems.
• Maintain and create Electrical System Interconnect Diagram and Schematics for current and future products
• Manage supplier for prototype out-sources electrical assemblies
• Support supply chain for management of End-of-life and Obsolescence electrical components
• Provide electrical expertise in support of other job functions, including hardware/software/process engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and field services.
• Conduct system level integration and validation of designs (testing and troubleshooting)
• · Continuous improvement related to enhancing system performance, reliability and manufacturability 
• Drive full documentation of design including BOM, drawings and procedures
• Oversee and coordinate activities involved in fabrication, operation, application, installation, and repair of electrical systems.
• Manage small to mid-sized projects from concept to production.   
• Collaborate in a team environment working with Hardware, Software and Process.
• Participates in team and other assigned meetings 

Qualifications

• Required
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Electrical engineering or a related field or higher
• 8+ years of experience in Electrical Systems Design and Development
• 8+ years of ECAD experience (Solidworks Electrical)
• Experience with designing electrical systems for complex capital equipment in high value adding industries, such as additive, semiconductor or display.
• Hands on experience with prototyping, troubleshooting, manufacturing or installing complex capital equipment.
• Must have experience with Solidworks Electrical 3D for documentation of electrical designs
• Experience with designing layout of Electrical Control Panel and Machine Cable Routing with Mechanical CAD software such as Solidworks
• Experience with Product Design Management and Product Life Management software, such as Solidworks PDM & Propel
• Solid knowledge and understanding of Automation Control Networks, Programmable Logic Controllers, Motion Control, Machine Safety Systems, AC/DC Power Distribution, Machinery Safety/Compliance Standards
• Experience with IEC 81346-1 Standard
• Systems level thinker with experience working on complex electrical systems
• High level of commitment to contribute to a positive, high-paced and results-oriented work environment
• Willing and able to work “Hands-on” to build, integrate and test newly developed systems and/or subsystems
• Good experience in ECAD design including GD&T, FEA and quality detail drawing documentation.
• Self-driven and independent thinking. Ability to work independently.
• Strong desire to work for a company on disruptive technologies and make it a success.
• Strong written and oral communication skills

 

• Desired:
• Metal additive manufacturing experience a plus but not required
• Experience with risk analysis methods such as FMEA or ISO12100
• Experience with EtherCAT and IO-Link is a plus

About the Company:

 

Velo, Velo3D, Sapphire and Intelligent Fusion are registered trademarks of Velo3D, Inc. Without Compromise, Flow, Flow Developer, and Assure are trademarks of Velo3D, Inc.

 

With the only SupportFree laser powder bed fusion capability, we enable on-demand manufacturing of production quality Titanium, Inconel, and Aluminum parts with an unprecedented degree of design freedom and quality control. The VELO3D award-winning solution includes an integrated offering of hardware and software: Sapphire® metal AM production printer, Flow™ print preparation software, Assure™ quality assurance and control system, and an integrated manufacturing process that runs throughout the printing operation.

 

Our team enjoys excellent benefits including healthcare coverage and 401(K) employer contributions. We believe in transparency and recognizing exceptional efforts through our monthly all-hands meetings and team member appreciation awards.

 

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The starting base salary for this full-time position is between $175,000 and $200,000. This salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this position in the U.S. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as work experience, job-related skills, related education, work location, and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. In addition to a competitive base salary and a comprehensive benefits package, this position may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and equity program, as applicable.

 

Velo3D provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on, race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.