Senior Electrical Engineer

Physical Robotics; Norway; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive Option Program

Competitive Salary

Cutting-Edge Technologies

Inspiring Work Environment

Job summary

Roboticsconnected in Norway seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the electronics design for our humanoid robotics platform. You will own PMSM motor drivers, sensor boards, central boards, and power distribution, with hands-on leadership as the team grows.

You should have a strong track record in high‑speed electronics design, work with TI and STMicroelectronics, and translate ambitious concepts into manufacturable hardware for mid‑ to high‑volume production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering.
• Advanced proficiency in Altium and high-speed motor electronics.
• Experience with microcontroller-based control systems and familiar with SPI, CAN, EtherCAT, and BISS-C.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage the electronics and electrical design and production process (PMSM motor drivers, sensor boards, central boards, power distribution).
• Transition into hands-on leadership guiding the electrical team as the company grows.
• Collaborate with CEO/CTO, embedded programmer, control expert, production team, and testing/assembly team to ensure design quality and manufacturability.

Skills

Robotics/AI enthusiasm

Creative problem-solving

Electronics design experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

High switching frequency ~60 kHz

High current boards ~100A

Encoders & sensors

SPI

RS485

BISS-C

CAN

EtherCAT

Texas Instruments

STMicroelectronics

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer

Keywords: Altium, Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM), Motor driver, BISS-C, CAN,EtherCAT, Texas Instruments, STMicroelectronics

Making History

How will humanoid robots transform the world in the future? Are you confident to be one of the first 10 talents in our Physical Robotics team?

We are looking for candidates who are genuinely passionate about robotics/AI and have a strong desire to innovate. They should be excited about the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge technology and demonstrate a track record of creative problem‑solving.

The candidates should have experience in electronics design as well as a deep understanding of the field's technical challenges and advancements. They should see opportunities where others see only challenges and devise innovative solutions to problems.

Vision of the Company

Physical Robotics AS is a start-up company based in Norway. The company is backed by a top VC in Norway and local industries and investors in the Oslo-Viken region. We are at the forefront of humanoid robot development, creating robots capable of performing physical tasks with dexterity similar to humans for jobs that humans do not want to do.

The company is racing to develop robot hardware and physical intelligence, competing with global players like Tesla, Figure, Boston Dynamics, Toyota, Xiaomi, and 1X Technologies. We aim to lead the application of humanoid robots in manufacturing and industries by 2027-2028.

Abstract

The position is among the first core team members, each contributing individual expertise to develop a humanoid robot from scratch. The candidate will take responsibility for designing and managing the entire electronics and electrical design and production process, including PMSM motor drivers, sensor boards, central boards, and power distribution boards. As we progress, the candidate will transition into a hands‑on leadership role, guiding the electrical team forward.

Collaboration of the Candidate Within the Company

• With CEO/CTO: To receive input on the concept and design requirements for robotic electrical systems.
• With Embedded Programmer: To complete the firmware design.
• With Control Expert: To manage and tune electro‑mechanical systems.
• With Production Team: To ensure boards are produced efficiently.
• With Testing and Assembly Team: To verify the design.

Expected Qualifications and Background of the Candidate

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering from a high‑ranking university.
• Advanced user of Altium (or equivalent); proficient in designing high switching frequency (~60 kHz), high current electronic boards for motors (~100A), encoders, and sensors. Expertise in circuit simulation tools.
• Experience designing high‑performance microcontroller‑based control systems (e.g., Texas Instruments, STMicroelectronics) and familiarity with communication protocols such as SPI, RS485, BISS-C, CAN, and EtherCAT.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing techniques to ensure manufacturability for mid‑and high‑volume production. Winning well‑known robotics competitions is a plus.

Benefits

• Incentive Option Program: Join the company’s international talent team and enjoy remarkable benefits.
• Competitive Salary: Work from Vietnam or Norway with the option to transfer to the Norwegian headquarters.
• Cutting‑Edge Technologies: Work with the most advanced technologies in materials, electronics, machining, software, and AI.
• Inspiring Work Environment: Cultivate innovation, inspire colleagues, and find enjoyment in the process.

Interview Process

• Recruiter screening with Giang Pham (COO).
• Technical deep‑dive conversation with Phuong Nguyen (CEO/CTO).
• Expectation management with Phuong Nguyen, Giang Pham, and others.