Electrical Engineer 2 7/9/2026

Trust Automation, Inc.; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Trust Automation, Inc. in California seeks an Electrical Design Engineer focused on motion control and power conversion.

You will drive design across the product lifecycle from requirements to testing and sustainment, collaborating with a team to improve drive and motor efficiencies. The role emphasizes hands-on circuit design, PCB layout (Altium), and analysis with strong communication and independent work capability, serving defense, semiconductor, industrial automation, and medical

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Digital and analog circuit design experience.
• Experience in power electronics design.
• Experience in schematic capture and PCB layout (Altium).
• Self-accountable with minimal oversight.
• Typically 5 to 8 years of engineering experience.
• Experience with electric motors, drive electronics, and power conversion circuits.
• Experience with Microcontroller-based systems.
• Experience with circuit simulation tools (PSpice).
• Practical experience in PCB level component troubleshooting.
• Practical experience in electrical system level troubleshooting.
• Experience with closed‑loop control of motor torque, speed, and position.

Responsibilities

• Electrical/electronic design and development for Trust Automation products and customer specific applications.
• Development of advanced motion control and power generation/conversion systems.
• Requirement derivation, schematic and PCB design.
• Design verification through analysis and test.
• Integration and test of motion control systems, electrical systems and motors.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to advance drive/motor efficiencies.
• Lead and direct other engineering teammates as needed.
• Participate in design and development processes, including design reviews.
• Contribute to project success by meeting design requirements on schedule and within budget.
• Assist Program Managers and VPs with project planning and risk mitigation.
• Assist with customer interaction and product demonstrations as needed.

Skills

Electrical design

Power electronics

Schematic capture

PCB layout (Altium)

Motor control

Drive electronics

Microcontroller systems

Circuit simulation (PSpice)

Matlab/SIMULINK

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

PSpice

MATLAB

SIMULINK

Job description

Trust Automation has over 30 years of experience in custom motors, linear drives, digital drives, and systems which meet the unique needs of its customers. Its product line includes motors, linear drives, digital drives, custom assemblies, and products to fit unique applications and ground‑up system design and manufacturing solutions. We design, build and support control and power management systems for the most demanding defense, semiconductor, industrial automation, and medical applications. Trust Automation is an equal opportunity employer and committed to attracting, hiring, developing, and retaining a skilled, productive, and diverse workforce, personnel with competencies and experience related to the regional and State population. Every employee has an “at‑will” relationship with Trust Automation. This means that employment with Trust Automation is at the mutual consent of the employer and the employee and is subject to termination by either party at will, with or without cause or advance notice.

Job Summary

Responsible for the electrical design and development of a variety of products and systems, focused primarily on motion control applications. In addition to motion/motor control, design responsibilities can include power conversion, power control/management, and a variety of other electronic circuits. Project assignments can cover full product life cycle, including requirement derivation, conceptual design, detailed design, prototyping, integration and test, transition into MFG, and product sustainment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Electrical/electronic design and development for Trust Automation products and customer specific applications
• Development of advanced motion control and power generation/conversion systems
• Requirement derivation, schematic and PCB design
• Design verification through analysis and test
• Integration and test of motion control systems, electrical systems and motors
• Collaborate with the engineering team to advance drive/motor efficiencies
• Perform a variety of complicated tasks, primarily relying on job experience to accomplish projects goals. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
• Lead and direct other engineering teammates as needed.
• Participate in Trust Automation’s design and development processes, including design reviews
• Contribute to project success by meeting design requirements on schedule and within budget
• Assist Program Managers and Trust VPs with project/program planning, including specification of system application solutions, task prioritization, and risk mitigation
• Assist with customer interaction and perform product/system demonstrations as needed

Position Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications:
• BS degree in Electrical Engineering
• Digital and analog circuit design experience
• Experience in power electronics design
• Experience in schematic capture and PCB layout (Altium)
• Self-accountable and able to work with minimal oversight
• Typically 5 to 8 years of engineering experience
• Experience with electric motors, drive electronics, and power conversion circuits
• Experience with Microcontroller/Microprocessor based systems
• Experience with circuit simulation tools (i.e. – PSpice)
• Practical experience in PCB level component troubleshooting
• Practical experience in electrical system level troubleshooting
• Experience with closed‑loop control of motor torque, speed, and position experience
• Control system development experience (i.e. – PID) preferred
• Familiarity with system simulation tools (i.e. – MATLAB, SIMULINK) preferred
• Familiarity with communication interfaces/protocols: SPI, I2C, Modbus, USB, CAN, RS232, RS422/RS485, Ethernet, EtherCAT
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a collaborative team environment
• Professional written and verbal communication skills, and excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage time effectively and work effectively with project managers and upper management
• This position may be asked to drive for company purposes during the course of employment. If asked and agreed upon, employees must possess a valid California Driver’s License and clean driving record.
• May participate in the identity verification process to access secure client or government portals by authorizing certified supplier or customer management platforms to obtain information from your personal credit profile or other information, solely to verify your identity.

Physical Requirements

• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person, on the telephone or virtually.
• Dexterity of hands, fingers, and wrist to operate a computer keyboard, calculator, or assemble/manufacture intricate items.
• Seeing to read a variety of materials.
• Sitting or standing for extended period of time.
• Physical agility to lift up to 50 pounds to shoulder height. Any items that weigh more than 50 pounds will require two or more people or a lifting device to move.
• Physical agility to lift, carry, push, or pull objects.

Salary Information

Pay Scale for this Position: $110,000-$130,000 Salary

This is an On‑site Position.

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