Principal Electrical Engineer

ESI Motion; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $20,000

Job summary

ESI Motion in Simi Valley, CA, seeks a senior hardware engineer to lead development, design, system integration and maintenance of embedded hardware for space and aerospace projects.

This role requires deep experience in analog/digital electronics and power electronics, plus embedded software leadership. It includes mentoring responsibilities and a sign-on bonus up to $20,000.

You will collaborate across disciplines to deliver robust hardware and guide releases from concept to qualification.

Qualifications

• Advanced application of electrical and software engineering concepts.
• Embedded systems software design for microcontroller-based hardware.
• Experience with IGBTs, MOSFETs and power electronics.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP and C/C++ is a plus.
• Strong release management and document control.
• Knowledge of analog and digital circuits and ADC/DACs.
• Familiarity with schematic capture and design tools.
• Experience in project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and maintenance of embedded hardware for space/aerospace projects.
• Oversee digital/analog electronics design and test activities.
• Coordinate hardware releases, version upgrades, and interfaces.
• Interface with customers to determine requirements and provide solutions.
• Mentor and guide team members across engineering disciplines.

Skills

Electrical engineering concepts

Embedded software design

TCP/IP & C/C++

Sensorless motor control

Project management

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

Schematic Capture tool

Job description

Looking for a talented and motivated individual to lead development, design, system integration and maintenance of our embedded hardware platforms for Space Orbital Missions, Lunar Missions, Aerospace and Defense projects. This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $20,000! Bonus amount will be based on experience, qualifications, and role requirements. Payout terms and eligibility will be discussed during the offer process.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop and oversee micro-controller operated digital and analog electronics in accordance with established company methodologies and processes
• Lead root cause corrective actions tasks, as assigned
• Lead recommendation and implementation of hardware solutions and improved practices
• Guide engineering, packaging and board layout activities
• Lead feedback discussions on hardware requirements related to design, time, feasibility, etc.
• Provide guidance and expertise to other team members to help develop complete systems (hardware and software)
• Perform product design and development activities with a high degree of independence and creativity. Be responsible from start to finish of new product development including product definition, design, parts selection and qualification.
• Formulate product designs using scientific analysis and mathematical models.
• Generate engineering documentation e.g. specification, schematics, layouts, BOM and qualification reports
• Interface with customers to determine and define requirements
• Document test plans, test results, lead and design test stand equipment
• Coordinate and execute hardware releases, version upgrades, and custom interfaces according to company quality assurance practices
• Create and review design and product information including manuals and brochures for technical accuracy
• Consult with other engineering staff to evaluate interfaces between hardware and software, and operational and performance requirements of overall system designs;
• Lead teams as specialist in product definition and review activities
• Planning, managing and execution of multiple activities while maintaining quality requirements, budget costs and schedule milestones
• Lead and mentor other team members

Candidate should be able to demonstrate expertise in:

• Advanced application of electrical and software engineering concepts
• Advanced design, analysis and testing of micro-controller operated digital and analog electronics
• Embedded systems software design
• IGBTs, Mosfets, and other power drivers and current sensors
• Release management and document control
• Analog and digital circuits
• A/D and D/A converters
• Schematic Capture tool
• Digital Signal processing, control systems and digital filters
• TCP/IP, C+/C++ knowledge a plus
• Sensorless motor control knowledge a plus
• Project management methodologies knowledge a plus

In addition, the ideal candidate will have:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Worst Case Circuit Analysis capability
• A hands-on, "get it done" attitude
• Strong communication and leadership ability
• Ability to work collaboratively with other engineering disciplines
• Creativity and self-motivation to solve unique and complex technical problems
• Desire to lead teams and be promoted to higher levels of responsibility
• Knowledge of Microsoft products including Windows 7, Word, Excel, etc.
• Excellent oral and written English skills
• 15+ years of experience in electronics design
• A degree in Electrical Engineering

ESI is a technology leader in cutting-edge servo motor controller technology for extreme environments. We specialize in designing and manufacturing rugged, high performance motor control products for space, military, industrial, aviation, robotics, automotive, and agricultural industries. We are entering an exciting year of company expansion and are looking for talented and driven engineers to join our team.

As part of the ESI Motion's commitment to this overall process as an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer, we will ensure all aspects of employment, including recruitment, selection, job assignment, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotion, transfer, layoff, and termination processes remain free of illegal discrimination based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and protected veteran status. ESI Motion ensures all employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.