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As part of our small but highly-motivated team, you will participate in electrical engineering design activities and work with cross functional teams to deliver world-changing products. This position will be responsible for executing electrical Hardware designs, firmware development, and system designs for various subsystems incorporated into an autonomous ocean-going craft. Designs include navigation subsystems, motor controllers, MEMS sensors, satellite/LOS communications, power systems (including solar power generation), embedded computers, etc. This position is based in the Jessup, MD and reports to the Electrical Engineering Manager.\nEssential Responsibilities\nHelp define the overall electrical architecture for a next generation Autonomous Surface Vehicle (ASV)\nDefine, design, document, test, and production release PCBA-level solutions. This includes:\nSchematic Entry\nComponent selection\nComponent Library Management\nPCB Layout\nDocumentation release\nLinking Native ECAD and MCAD Design Components\nHands on testing and integration - in the lab and in the field opportunities\nWork with Software and Firmware engineers to define requirements and interfaces.\nPerform design and architecture trade studies\nWork with Manufacturing Engineering and Contract Manufacturer(s) to successfully release designs into production\nPrepare and release production documentation \nWork with other team members to learn about the operation of the overall product\nMentor less experienced electrical engineers\nKey Attributes:\nAbility to think analytically\nStrong technical skills and the ability to learn new information quickly\nStrong communication and interpersonal skills\nAbility to lead and influence others\nMinimum Qualifications:\nBSEE or equivalent. Advanced degree strongly preferred.\n8+ years of direct experience designing PCBA’s\nDirect experience working with embedded computers\nExperience using standard electronics lab test equipment\nExperience with Visio or Drawio.\nStrong experience designing in Altium.\nExperience with Arena (PLM); integration of Altium with Arena skill is a plus.\nExperience interfacing with sensors and systems using industry standard protocols such as RS232, UART, CAN, I2C, SPI\nExperience design switching power supplies.\nExceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.\nFPGA, Verilog, VHDL Design skills a plus\nU.S. Person status required.\nAbility to obtain a US Secret Clearance required. Preference given to candidates with active security clearance at time of hire.\nPay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.\nSummary pay range: $112,800 - $155,100\nLiquid Robotics designs and manufactures Wave Gliders®, the first wave and solar powered autonomous ocean robots. With our partners we address many of the planet’s greatest challenges, by transforming how to assess, monitor, and protect the ocean. We solve critical problems for defense, commercial, and science customers.\nVisit us at www.liquid-robotics.com to learn more.\nLiquid Robotics is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). 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