Senior Electrical Engineer

Carnegie Mellon University

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Location
Pittsburgh, PA
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Full-time
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5 days ago
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Carnegie Mellon University is a leading private research university in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, internationally recognized for programs in computer science, engineering, business, the arts, and artificial intelligence. Industry: Higher Education & Research

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TL;DR · Senior Electrical Engineer

The Senior Electrical Engineer - NREC joins the National Robotics Engineering Center to lead electrical design for sophisticated robotic solutions across industrial, commercial, and government sectors. You will design, develop, and analyze complex electronic robotic subsystems, perform light fabrication of prototype parts, and support junior engineers. Daily tasks include assembling and testing electrical assemblies, documenting results, and managing vendor relations. You must demonstrate proficiency in systems engineering, motion control, and circuit design using Altium Designer. Required technical skills include C/C++ for embedded systems, FPGA programming in Verilog or VHDL, and experience with SPI, I2C, and CAN interfaces. The role involves solving technical problems in safety-critical electrical systems, including fault detection and mitigation, while developing robotics for diverse applications including military and defense projects.

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What you'll do

  • Design, develop, and analyze complex electrical and electronic robotic subsystems and components.
  • Perform light fabrication of prototype parts for robotic systems.
  • Assemble and test electrical and electronic assemblies.
  • Document analysis, crafting, and testing results for project records.
  • Develop and deliver technical presentations to sponsors and other interested parties.
  • Research new electrical components and perform related R&D tasks.
  • Manage administrative functions including material purchasing and vendor relations.
  • Mentor and support junior engineers on technical projects.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with more than 6 years’ experience or an MS in Electrical Engineering with 3+ years’ experience.
  • Proficiency with systems engineering and project management with a focus on systems level design and integration.
  • Strong understanding of motion control, brushed and brushless motors, and design of motion controllers.
  • Experience with circuit design and multi-layer PCB layout using Altium Designer.
  • Experience with embedded system design using microcontrollers and FPGAs, including C/C++ and Verilog or VHDL programming.
  • Extensive experience in analog circuit design, low-voltage systems, and sensor interfaces such as SPI, I2C, CAN, and UART.
  • Understanding of safety-critical electrical systems, including fault detection, prevention, and mitigation.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and travel domestically as needed.

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