Senior Electrical Design Engineer, R&D

Gridware exists to enhance and protect the mother of all networks: the electrical grid. Our team engineers an advanced sensing system to continuously analyze both the electrical and mechanical behavior of grid assets. Utilizing high-precision sensor arrays, the system identifies and allows preemptive mitigation of faults. The technology has been proven with utilities to bolster safety, reliability, and reduce customer outage durations.

Gridware is seeking a creative and fast-paced electrical research engineer to join our growing team. You will be responsible for evaluating and developing novel sensing technologies for incorporation in our flagship embedded product. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of semiconductor technologies, analog/digital circuit design, and classical physics.

Responsibilities include:

• Prototype low power physical sensing systems for detecting complex electromechanical phenomena
• Build data acquisition and physical experimentation infrastructure
• Conduct literature reviews and research on electronic sensing technologies
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, mechanical engineers and product managers

Required Skills:

• 4+ years of professional experience with physical sensing and transducers
• 4+ years of professional experience with custom embedded data acquisition systems
• 4+ years of professional experience with printed circuit board design
• Experience with analog circuit design
• Strong fundamentals in E&M

We offer competitive benefits including flexible starting hours, comprehensive health insurance, dental & vision coverage, paid parental leave, 401K, and commuter allowance.

Gridware is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. The company is currently located in Walnut Creek but will be headquartered in San Francisco starting January 2025.