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Electrical Systems Engineer

2 months ago


Palo Alto, California, United States Pivotal Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Systems Engineer to join our team at Pivotal, a leading innovator in electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. As a key member of our Electrical Engineering team, you will play a crucial role in the design, development, and testing of our aircraft's avionics and electronics.

Responsibilities
  • Take ownership of multiple electronic assemblies on the aircraft throughout the design lifecycle, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
  • Create efficient production testing solutions for electronic assemblies, leveraging your expertise in schematic capture and PCB layout.
  • Design and carry out design validation testing for our electronics and sensors, identifying and mitigating potential issues.
  • Analyze electronics and components for failures in manufacturing and operations, applying your knowledge of root cause analysis and problem-solving.
  • Iterate on existing designs and develop innovative solutions to new problems, driving continuous improvement and efficiency.
  • Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and product validation activities to ensure compliance with regulations and industry standards.
Requirements
  • 3+ years of relevant experience in board design, with a strong understanding of analog and digital circuit design concepts.
  • Undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, with a focus on embedded systems and electronics.
  • Experience taking at least one product through the entire development process, from design to manufacturing and testing.
  • Proficient in test script writing, with a preference for Python.
  • Experience with PCB layout and schematic capture using Altium Designer, as well as common communication protocols (SPI, UART, CAN).
  • Strong understanding of firmware (C/C++) debugging tools and processes in embedded systems.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
Bonus Qualifications
  • Experience in the automotive or aerospace industry, with a focus on eVTOL aircraft and related technologies.
  • Prototype and medium volume manufacturing experience, with a strong understanding of production testing and validation.
  • E3 (Electromagnetic Environmental Effects) design mitigation and validation experience, with a focus on ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Lithium-based battery integration experience, with a strong understanding of power electronics and energy storage systems.
Personal Attributes
  • Resourceful, curious, and never satisfied with the status quo, with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Always thinking about how to make things more efficient, with a focus on process improvement and optimization.
  • Thriving in a fast-moving, stimulating, and supportive team environment, with a strong sense of collaboration and teamwork.
  • Strong work ethic and attention to detail, with a focus on delivering high-quality results and meeting deadlines.