Electrical Engineer (Platforms, Corsair)

Saronic; Austin (TX); Presencial; USD 100 000 - 170 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Saronic in Austin is seeking an Electrical Engineer, Platforms to lead the design, specification, and validation of vessel power systems for autonomous platforms operating in harsh environments. You will create one-line diagrams, schematics, and wiring diagrams, perform EPLAs and voltage drop calculations, and collaborate with mechanical, software, and autonomy teams to ensure reliable integration.

The role includes supporting prototype builds, dockside and at-sea trials, and mentoring junior

Qualificações

• Experience designing or specifying electrical power systems for marine or rugged platforms.
• Familiarity with fieldbus protocols (Ethernet, CAN, RS485, RS232).
• Experience with reliability analysis tools such as FMEA, FTA, or reliability block diagrams.
• Ability to document design decisions and specifications.

Responsabilidades

• Lead design, specification, and validation of power generation and distribution systems for autonomous maritime platforms.
• Create drawings such as one-line diagrams, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Perform power system analyses (load, short-circuit, voltage drop) and reviews.
• Collaborate with mechanical, software, and autonomy teams to ensure reliable integration.
• Support prototype builds, dockside and at-sea trials.
• Mentor junior engineers in power system fundamentals and ruggedization techniques.

Conhecimentos

Power systems design

System integration

Reliability analysis

Mentor junior engineers

Ferramentas

FMEA

FTA

Descrição da oferta de emprego

• This position will play a key role in developing and evaluating ruggedized electrical power generation and distribution architectures for autonomous maritime platforms - ensuring performance, durability, and compliance under shock, vibration, thermal, and marine conditions
• This is a design and development driven, hands-on role at the intersection of design innovation and field performance
• Lead the design, specification, and validation of power generation, distribution, and conversion systems for autonomous maritime platforms operating in extreme environments
• Develop and document system requirements and specifications for power subsystems and components
• Create engineering drawings such as one-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and similar
• Create and review engineering analyses such as electric power load analyses (EPLAs), short-circuit hand calculations, power systems studies, voltage drop calculations, lighting calculations, harmonic analyses, and similar
• Evaluate and select or design components suitable for reliable operation in harsh environments
• Conduct trade studies and benchmarking of commercially available systems and technologies from adjacent industries (automotive, defense, mining)
• Design and validate system architectures that optimize reliability, maintainability, and environmental protection
• Collaborate with mechanical, software, and autonomy teams to ensure seamless system integration and interoperability
• Support prototype builds, troubleshooting, and commissioning through lab and field testing including dockside and at-sea trials
• Author detailed design documentation, including specifications, trade studies, test plans, test reports, and system integration standards
• Mentor junior engineers in power system fundamentals, general design principles, and ruggedization techniques

Experience with fieldbus protocols such as ethernet, CAN, RS485, RS232, and similarLifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reportsOccasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office suppliesOccasional standing and walking within the officeExperience in marine, defense, automotive, aerospace, or mining vehicle designExperience with reliability analysis tools (FMEA, FTA, or reliability block diagrams)The ideal candidate has a proven track record designing or specifying electrical power systems for marine, automotive, defense, aerospace, or mining vehicles, with a focus on system integration, environmental qualification, and manufacturabilityFamiliarity with AC (120/240/480V) power distribution architecturesExperience with power control methods such as generator controls, electrical interlocks, and remote monitoring of power systemsWe are seeking an Electrical Engineer, Platforms with deep experience in the design, specification, implementation, and validation of vessel/vehicle power systemsExposure to autonomous or remote system architecturesManual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipmentKnowledge of electrical safety and certification standards, such as UL, CE, or ABS requirementsProlonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer