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By treating manufacturing as a single integrated system, we unlock a new era of innovation where complex hardware is designed, built, and scaled without limits. \nAs an Electrical Engineer at Freeform, you will play an integral role in the design and development of custom electronics that bring our advanced metal 3D printing factory systems to life. You’ll work with a talented engineering team from some of the world’s most innovative companies on electrical system design, development, and integration efforts across the factory systems, with a specific focus on PCB and compute system design. You will use a first-principles approach to solving problems and tackling new areas within electrical engineering that you may not have directly worked on before. The ideal candidate is capable of running projects from cradle to grave and has the ability to work effectively with other engineering disciplines. \n3D printing experience is not required to be successful here - rather we look for smart, motivated, collaborative engineers who love solving hard problems and creating amazing technology! \n\nResponsibilities: \nRapidly design, develop and test highly reliable electronics and PCBs \nModel and simulate circuit designs for analysis and performance \nContribute to electrical architecture, product requirements, component selection, analysis, schematic capture, prototyping, bring-up, debugging, documentation, product management, productization, manufacturing, and test \nDrive component selection, analysis, schematic capture, prototyping, bring-up, debugging, documentation, manufacturing, and test \nHands-on debugging of the unexpected via the use of laboratory test equipment, custom instrumentation, and testing setups \nBasic Qualifications: \nBachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering from an ABET accredited university or college \nHands on electrical experience from internships or engineering clubs such as FSAE, Baja SAE, solar car, rocket club, robotics club, or similar \nWell-versed in electrical engineering fundamentals and comfortable taking a first-principles approach to solving problems \nNice to Have: \nAdvanced degree (Master's, PhD) in electrical engineering \nFamiliarity with industrial automation technologies, robotics, spacecraft avionics, or similar high-performance electromechanical system \nExperience with sensors, embedded microcontroller design and firmware, and FPGA hardware and software development \nExperience with high-speed data acquisition systems, high-accuracy motion systems, high-speed scanning systems, or similar camera/telemetry-based control systems \nComfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and iterating quickly (comfortable building the plane as we fly it) \nStrong communicator who collaborates across disciplines and proactively seeks support when needed \nWilling to take ownership of tasks big and small, with a hands-on, problem-solving mindset \nStrong work ethic with a refuse-to-fail mindset \nDemonstrated indicators of excellence and/or achieving success against adversity (i.e. top academic performance, leadership in engineering clubs, first-generation college student, or other examples of resilience and achievement) \nLocation: \nWe are located in Hawthorne, CA in a 35,000 square foot, state-of-the-art facility featuring large open spaces for team collaboration, R&D, and production, as well as easy access to the 405, 105, and 110 freeways. Our facility is in the heart of Los Angeles' vibrant emerging tech ecosystem alongside many other high growth startups and enterprises. \nWhat We Offer: \nWe have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data-driven decisions. \nWe offer a unique opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company that is scaling a world-changing technology. \nBenefits Significant stock option packages \n100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options) \nLife insurance \nTraditional and Roth 401(k) \nRelocation assistance provided \nPaid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays \nGenerous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent \nFree daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette \nCasual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events \n\nCompensation Our intent is to offer a salary that is commensurate for the company’s current stage of development and allows the employee to grow and develop within a role. \nIn addition to the significant stock option package, the estimated salary range for this role is $110,000-$125,000, dependent on the candidate's academic level (Bachelors, Masters, or PhD) and demonstrated out of classroom experience.\n\nFreeform is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity; 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