Electrical Engineer - PCB / Altium / KiCad (On-site)

Attis; Los Angeles, California (CA, MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic engineering startup in Los Angeles is seeking a full-time Electrical Engineer to drive PCB design, optimize power electronics, and troubleshoot hardware issues. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and has experience in PCB design using Altium or KiCad. Join a passionate team solving global water scarcity with innovative technology. This role offers a competitive salary range of $100,000–165,000, and equity opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in PCB design.
• Strong analog/digital circuit design skills.
• Collaborative mindset for a fast-paced team.

Responsibilities

• Own PCB design including schematic capture and layout.
• Design and optimize power electronics.
• Validate designs and troubleshoot hardware issues.
• Drive DFM/DFT activities for mass manufacturing.

Skills

PCB design

Analog/digital circuit design

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

KiCad

Eagle

Job description

Electrical Engineer - PCB / Altium / KiCad (On-site)

This heavily funded early‑stage engineering startup in the South Bay area of Los Angeles (moving to Torrance soon) is looking to hire a full‑time permanent Electrical Engineer.

Backed by substantial recent venture capital, the team of 15 is solving global water scarcity. The company combines advanced environmental science with aerospace engineering rigor, developing portable, off‑grid hardware for disaster relief and remote living.

Base pay: $100,000–165,000 per year, with significant equity.

Responsibilities

• Own PCB Design: schematic capture, layout, component selection, and board bring‑up.
• Power Electronics: design and optimize DC/DC converters, motor drives, and battery management systems.
• Testing: validate designs and troubleshoot complex hardware issues.
• Scale: drive DFM/DFT activities for mass manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience: 1+ years in PCB design.
• Tools: Proficiency in Altium, KiCad, or Eagle.
• Technical Skills: Strong analog/digital circuit design and high‑current layout.
• Soft Skills: Collaborative mindset suited for a fast‑paced, tight‑knit team.

Preferred

• Experience with battery‑powered consumer electronics.
• Knowledge of embedded firmware interfaces (I2C, SPI, UART).
• Exposure to fluid‑handling systems.
• Background in aerospace or high‑reliability sectors.

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