Electrical Engineer – New Product
| Company | Redwood Materials |
|---|---|
| Location | San Francisco, CA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
| Experience Level | Mid Level, Senior |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in electrical design, PCB layout, and system integration, preferably in battery technology, power electronics, or renewable energy.
- Strong understanding of power electronics, BMS design, and high-voltage systems (400V+).
- Proficiency in PCB design tools (e.g., Altium, OrCAD, KiCad).
- Experience with embedded systems, firmware development, and communication protocols (CAN, I2C, SPI, Modbus) is a plus.
- Hands-on experience with electrical testing, debugging, and troubleshooting using oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power analyzers.
- Familiarity with electrical safety standards and compliance (UL, IEC, ISO).
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop electrical systems for battery processing, recycling, and next-generation renewable energy applications.
- Develop schematics and PCB layouts for battery management systems, power electronics, and control circuits.
- Integrate sensors, power systems, and communication interfaces into battery modules and recycling equipment.
- Perform electrical testing and validation, including power cycling, fault analysis, and performance characterization.
- Collaborate with mechanical, software, and process engineers to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems.
- Support high-voltage system design, including insulation coordination, safety features, and compliance with industry standards.
- Analyze and mitigate electrical risks, including thermal management, EMI/EMC compliance, and failure modes.
- Develop and maintain documentation, including schematics, wiring diagrams, and test reports.
- Work with suppliers and manufacturing teams to optimize electrical components for cost, performance, and reliability.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with embedded systems, firmware development, and communication protocols (CAN, I2C, SPI, Modbus) is a plus.
- Hands-on experience with electrical testing, debugging, and troubleshooting using oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power analyzers.