Electrical Engineer

Airbotics Talent; Bilbao; Presencial; EUR 45.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A drone technology company based in the Basque Country is looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer. This role involves end-to-end ownership of electrical systems, collaborating with mechanical and software teams to develop cutting-edge UAV technology. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electronic systems design, with skills in PCB design and regulatory certification processes. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for growth in an exciting startup environment.

Servicios

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Opportunity for growth

Formación

• A track record of designing complex electronic systems for UAV or flying robotic platforms.
• Deep understanding of analog / digital circuit design and power electronics.
• Self-motivated and ready to take full ownership of the work.

Responsabilidades

• Own electrical design from concept through schematic, layout, validation, and integration.
• Collaborate with teams to define system requirements.
• Mentor interns or junior engineers.

Conocimientos

Systems-minded engineering

Testing and debugging electronics

PCB design and layout

Regulatory approvals experience

Proficiency in communication protocols

Herramientas

Altium

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Descripción del empleo

Electrical Engineer

Drone / UAV Manufacturer

Basque Country, Spain

Salary : €45,000-€50,000 base plus benefits

Airbotics Talent are exclusively partnered with an exciting Drone manufacturer based in the Basque Country region of Spain to hire an Electrical Engineer. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work on highly innovative, cutting edge technology, developing first of their kind systems in a entrepreneurial scale-up environment.

Our client are seeking an experienced and hands-on Electrical Engineer to lead key areas of electrical and electronics design, integration, and certification.

The Role

You’ll be joining a high-calibre technical team and taking end-to-end ownership of electrical and electronics development across the platform. This is a high-impact role in a fast-paced environment, offering the opportunity to work on advanced aerial robotics systems and help shape a next-generation UAS product.

Working cross-functionally with mechanical and software teams, you will design and deliver robust, scalable electrical systems while driving certification strategies and quality improvements across the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Own electrical design from concept through schematic, layout, validation, and integration.
• Collaborate with mechanical and software teams to define system requirements and ensure seamless integration.
• Lead component selection with a view to performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Build and test PCBs in-house, taking designs from prototype to production.
• Debug, validate, and resolve issues in development and fielded systems.
• Take charge of certification planning and execution, coordinating internal and external partners as needed.
• Identify and onboard suppliers or labs to support testing, manufacturing, and compliance efforts.
• Support continuous improvement of development processes with an eye toward quality and scale.
• Mentor interns or junior engineers, contributing to knowledge sharing across the team.

The Person

We're looking for a systems-minded electrical engineer who’s confident taking designs from idea to field deployment. You’ll be someone who thrives in dynamic, cross-functional teams and enjoys balancing technical depth with real-world constraints.

The ideal candidate will have

• A track record of designing complex electronic systems for UAV or flying robotic platforms
• Deep understanding of analog / digital circuit design, power electronics, and communication protocols such as UART, SPI, CAN, and I2C.
• Strong proficiency with PCB design and layout tools (e.g., Altium or similar).
• Confidence in testing and debugging electronics using lab tools such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.
• Previous experience working through regulatory approvals or certification efforts in global markets.
• An eye for scalability, from component choice to manufacturability and long-term robustness.
• Exposure to RF design, wireless communication systems, or drone platforms would be a strong asset.
• Experience in startups or high-growth engineering teams is also a plus.
• Self-motivated, delivery-focused, and ready to take full ownership of your work, with the curiosity to keep learning and the pragmatism to ship high-quality hardware.

Our client are looking to hire this role immediately, so if interested please submit your application with attached CV today for consideration!

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