Senior Electrical Engineer

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Senior Electrical Engineer Job Description As a Senior Electrical Engineer specializing in hardware design, you will play an integral role in the design and development of custom electronics, bringing advanced metal 3D printing factory systems to life. You will address challenging problems in high-performance computing, high-speed communications, embedded hardware, motion control, and autonomous robotics. Embracing a first principles approach, you will tackle new areas within electrical engineering, collaborating effectively across disciplines. Responsibilities Rapidly design, develop, and test highly reliable electronics for metal printing. Drive electrical architecture, product requirements, and component selection. Conduct analysis, schematic capture, prototyping, bring-up, debugging, documentation, product management, productization, manufacturing, and testing. Challenge assumptions and learn new design approaches. Hands-on debugging using laboratory test equipment, custom instrumentation, and testing setups. Model and simulate circuit designs for analysis and performance. Essential Skills Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a similar discipline. 5+ years of professional experience designing and delivering complex electrical hardware. Broad background in electrical engineering fundamentals with a first-principles problem-solving approach. Experience in designing, developing, and testing both analog and digital circuits. Additional Skills & Qualifications Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in electrical engineering. 8+ years of electronic product experience from concept through production, emphasizing full life cycle development. Familiarity with industrial automation technologies and robotics. Working knowledge of data acquisition systems. Experience with sensors, embedded microcontroller design, firmware, and FPGA hardware and software development. Experience with high-speed data acquisition systems, high-accuracy motion systems, high-speed scanning systems, optomechanical assemblies, and complex electromechanical systems. Work Environment The work environment is characterized by a start-up mentality, requiring a fast-paced, rigorous, trial-and-error approach with rapid prototyping and innovation. The open floor plan ensures collaboration, and there is an on-site electrical lab for designing and testing. Private equity in the company is included as part of the benefits package. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Hawthorne, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $200000.00/yr. Significant stock option packages 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options) Life insurance Traditional and Roth 401(k) Relocation assistance provided Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays Generous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Hawthorne,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 5, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.