Senior Electrical Engineer

Serve Robotics

. Design, develop, and validate electrical circuits, PCBs, harnesses, and subsystem architectures for autonomous robotic platforms .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeRedwood City • California • United StatesSenior💰 $175,578 - $211,131 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical circuit design, PCB development, and subsystem integration for autonomous robotic platforms, with a strong focus on validation, debugging, and collaboration across engineering teams. Proven ability to lead projects from concept through production while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

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Electrical Circuit DesignPCB DevelopmentSubsystem IntegrationEmbedded Systems DevelopmentTest Automation Using Python

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Hard Skills

Schematic DesignElectrical System ValidationDebugging Electrical SubsystemsHigh-Speed Circuit DesignSignal Integrity AnalysisRoot Cause AnalysisDC-DC Power SystemsEMC/EMI Compliance TestingCable Harness DesignPerformance Metrics Development

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingTechnical GuidanceCollaborationMentorship

Tools & Technologies

AltiumOscilloscopesSpectrum AnalyzersFunction GeneratorsNvidia Jetson Platforms

Industry Keywords

RoboticsConsumer ElectronicsAutomotiveAerospaceElectromechanical Products

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and validate electrical circuits, PCBs, harnesses, and subsystem architectures for autonomous robotic platforms
Own electrical subsystem development from concept through prototype, validation, production release, and lifecycle support
Lead hardware bring-up, debugging, characterization, and verification with firmware and software teams
Perform root cause analysis and resolve complex electrical and system-level issues during development, manufacturing, and field operations
Develop test plans, validation procedures, and performance metrics for subsystem reliability and quality
Collaborate with mechanical, firmware, systems, test, manufacturing, and operations teams on subsystem integration and product execution
Partner with suppliers and manufacturing teams on component selection, DFM/DFT improvements, production readiness, and issue resolution
Support prototype builds, factory activities, engineering investigations, and field issue resolution
Contribute to technical documentation, design reviews, engineering standards, and continuous improvement
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline, or equivalent practical experience
8+ years of experience designing and testing electrical systems for robotics, consumer electronics, automotive, aerospace, or other electromechanical products
Strong experience with schematic design, PCB development, subsystem integration, and electrical system validation
Hands-on experience debugging and testing electrical subsystems using laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, electronic loads, and function generators
Experience with embedded systems development, hardware bring-up, debugging, and failure analysis
Experience using industry-standard ECAD tools, preferably Altium
Experience with CAN, SPI, UART, I2C, and USB
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to independently drive technical work through ambiguity
Experience collaborating with cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, and supplier teams
Experience with DC-DC power systems and power distribution architectures
Experience with high-speed circuit design and signal integrity analysis
Experience developing test automation tools using Python, Bash, or similar scripting languages
Experience with EMC/EMI compliance testing and regulatory validation
Familiarity with Nvidia Jetson platforms and embedded compute systems
Experience with sensors, cameras, LiDAR, motors, battery systems, thermal systems, or cellular networking technologies
Experience with cable harness design and manufacturing support
Experience supporting production ramp activities and overseas manufacturing partners
Experience in robotics, automotive, aerospace, medical device, or other complex electromechanical industries