Electrical Engineer

3M HEALTHCARE; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Carbon Robotics in Seattle is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design and manage the sensors and components for our LaserWeeder robots. You will lead selection, integration, and validation to ensure reliable operation in rugged farming environments.

You will collaborate with software, test, and vendor teams to drive hardware quality and on‑farm reliability, including hands‑on debugging and field support as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as an Electrical Engineer.
• Experience with LiDAR, Radar, cameras, GNSS, IMUs, PLCs, automotive Ethernet, and/or automotive cameras.
• Experience with sourcing and qualifying components for high‑reliability systems.
• Experience managing vendor and manufacturer relationships.
• Experience with Altium Designer (v18+).
• Experience with component to wire harness design and integration.
• Hands-on hardware debugging and automated verification.
• Experience with SolidWorks and Jira is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate high performance sensors (LiDAR, Radar, IMU, GPS, Cameras), and industrial and automotive components (PLCs, power supplies, automotive Ethernet switches) to meet the rigorous demands of 24/7 farming.
• Own the hardware lifecycle of these COTS components, including research, vendor qualification, trade studies, mechanical and electrical integration, software integration (with the software engineering team), testing, and in-field support.
• Collaborate with test engineers to define and execute component and integrated system qualification test plans to ensure equipment performs under diverse conditions.
• Drive technical relationships with COTS suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure hardware availability and quality.
• Lead and support key technical decision making through project planning and cross‑functional problem solving.
• Prototype, debug, and iterate electrical designs through hands-on testing and automated verification.

Skills

Electrical Eng

LiDAR

Radar

Cameras

GNSS

IMU

Automotive Ethernet

Vendor management

In-field support

Hands-on debugging

Tools

Altium Designer

SolidWorks

Jira

Job description

Overview

The Carbon Robotics LaserWeeder leverages robotics, computer vision, AI/deep learning, and lasers to eliminate weeds with sub‑millimeter accuracy—without herbicides. This innovative solution reduces environmental impact, promotes soil health, and helps farmers address labor shortages and rising costs. Designed in Seattle and built at our manufacturing facility in Richland, Washington, the LaserWeeder is setting a new standard for automated weed control. With funding from prominent investors such as BOND, NVentures (NVIDIA’s venture arm), Anthos Capital, Fuse Venture Capital, Ignition Partners, Revolution, Sozo Ventures, and Voyager Capital, Carbon Robotics is driving innovation.

As a no‑nonsense team with a bias for action, we take pride in executing our ideas. Whether it’s designing transformative technology or visiting farms to ensure our products are reliable and safe, we do whatever it takes to deliver for our customers.

Working here means tackling big problems with big impact. You’ll find opportunities to grow professionally, solve complex challenges, and make meaningful contributions to a mission that matters. At Carbon Robotics, we trust our team to act independently and make practical, real‑world decisions.

Join us as we innovate, execute, and build the future of farming together.

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Role: Electrical Engineer

As an Electrical Engineer at Carbon Robotics you’ll be a key part of the team that designs and manages the eyes and ears of our robots. You will lead the selection, integration, and validation of the sensors and industrial components that allow our LaserWeeder and autonomous systems to navigate rugged agricultural environments. You’ll do whatever it takes — which might include going to the farm — to ensure our customers have reliable and safe products.

What you’ll do

• Identify and evaluate high performance sensors (LiDAR, Radar, IMU, GPS, Cameras), and industrial and automotive components (PLCs, power supplies, automotive Ethernet switches) to meet the rigorous demands of 24/7 farming.
• Own the hardware lifecycle of these COTS components, including research, vendor qualification, trade studies, mechanical and electrical integration, software integration (with the software engineering team), testing, and in-field support.
• Collaborate with test engineers to define and execute component and integrated system qualification test plans to ensure equipment performs under diverse conditions.
• Drive technical relationships with COTS suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure hardware availability and quality.
• Lead and support key technical decision making through project planning and cross‑functional problem solving.
• Prototype, debug, and iterate electrical designs through hands-on testing and automated verification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for Success

• 3+ years of experience as an Electrical Engineer
• Experience with LiDAR, Radar, cameras, GNSS, IMUs, PLCs, automotive Ethernet, and/or automotive cameras
• Experience with sourcing and qualifying components for high‑reliability systems
• Experience managing vendor and manufacturer relationships
• Experience with Altium Designer (v18+)
• Experience with component to wire harness design and integration
• Hands-on hardware debugging and automated verification
• Experience with SolidWorks and Jira is a plus

Carbon Robotics follows equitable hiring practices. Compensation and benefits are tailored to experience and role, with base pay ranges reviewed annually. This includes base salary, benefits, and potential equity considerations.

Our Commitment

Carbon Robotics is building a culture of diversity and inclusion. We recruit and hire based on capabilities and qualifications, without discrimination. We strive for an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives improve our products and outcomes.