Electrical Engineer, Robotics & Embedded Systems

Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Carnegie Mellon University’s National Robotics Engineering Center (NREC) is seeking experienced Electrical Engineers to contribute to robot design, fabrication, assembly, and testing, applying solid electrical engineering principles across diverse projects.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, test circuits and sensors, perform PCB design, prototyping, and documentation, and travel to support field experiments as needed. This is a fully in‑person role at CMU in Pittsburgh, PA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3-5 years of related engineering experience.
• Proven track record of developing electrical circuits and electrical systems.
• Circuit design software experience (Altium preferred).
• Effective organizational, planning, and analytical skills.
• Independent judgment and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to effectively interact with a multifaceted population of internal and external partners.
• Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time.
• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Research, identify and test relevant circuits and sensors.
• Find new sensors and ICs relevant to implementing and improving designs.
• Perform PCB board design, schematic and layout.
• Perform circuit prototyping, PCB assembly and rework.
• Generate wiring diagrams.
• Source and procure electronic components and lab supplies.
• Participate in hardware design process design, reviews, and testing.
• Perform light fabrication of prototype parts for robots.
• Assemble and test mechanical and electrical/electronic assemblies.
• Document analysis, design, and test results.
• Work with interdisciplinary teams to determine comprehensive solutions.
• Travel to support field experiments in the field.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

Carnegie Mellon University’s National Robotics Engineering Center (NREC) is seeking experienced Electrical Engineers to contribute to robot design, fabrication, assembly, and testing, applying solid electrical engineering principles across diverse projects.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, test circuits and sensors, perform PCB design, prototyping, and documentation, and travel to support field experiments as needed. This is a fully in‑person role at CMU in Pittsburgh, PA.