Senior Electrical Engineer - Platforms
1 month ago
Austin
Job DescriptionSaronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations for the Department of Defense (DoD) through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Position OverviewSaronic Technologies is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with deep experience in the design, specification, and validation of vessel/vehicle electronic systems. This position will play a key role in developing and evaluating ruggedized electrical architectures for autonomous maritime platforms - ensuring performance, durability, and compliance under shock, vibration, thermal, and marine conditions. The ideal candidate has a proven track record designing or specifying electrical and electronic systems for marine, automotive, defense, or mining vehicles, with a focus on system integration, environmental qualification, and manufacturability. This is a design and development driven, hands-on role at the intersection of design innovation and field performance.Key Responsibilities • Lead the design, specification, and validation of electrical and electronic systems for autonomous maritime platforms operating in extreme environments., • Develop and document system requirements and specifications for electrical subsystems including power distribution, computing, sensing, and communications., • Evaluate and select or design components suitable for reliable operation in harsh environments., • Conduct trade studies and benchmarking of commercially available systems and technologies from adjacent industries (automotive, defense, mining)., • Design and validate system architectures that optimize reliability, maintainability, and environmental protection., • Oversee environmental qualification testing, including vibration, thermal cycling, ingress protection, and EMI/EMC compliance., • Collaborate with mechanical, software, and autonomy teams to ensure seamless system integration and interoperability., • Support prototype builds, troubleshooting, and commissioning through lab and field testing - including dockside and at-sea trials., • Author detailed design documentation, including specifications, trade studies, test reports, and system integration standards., • Mentor junior engineers in general design principles and ruggedization techniques.Required Qualifications, • B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field., • 7+ years of professional experience designing or specifying electrical and electronic systems for harsh or safety-critical environments., • Strong understanding of environmental qualification standards such as MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, ISO 16750, or IEC 60068., • Proven experience with rugged electrical system design, including connectors, harnessing, grounding, and sealing methods., • Hands-on experience with environmental and reliability testing (vibration, salt fog, humidity, temperature cycling)., • Familiarity with DC (12/24/48V) power distribution architectures, • Understanding of EMI/EMC design principles and mitigation techniques., • Proficiency in schematic and wiring design tools (Altium, AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, Zuken, or similar)., • Excellent technical documentation and communication skills., • Ability to thrive in hands-on R&D environments that blend lab experimentation with field testing.Preferred Qualifications, • Experience in marine, defense, automotive, aerospace, or mining vehicle design., • Familiarity with AC (120/240/480V) power distribution architectures, • Background in embedded system and sensor integration, • Familiarity with common networking and external communication methods (LOS/BLOS), • Experience with reliability analysis tools (FMEA, FTA, or reliability block diagrams)., • Knowledge of electrical safety and certification standards, such as UL, CE, or ABS requirements., • Exposure to autonomous or remote system architectures.Benefits, • Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services, • Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care, • Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents, • Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays, • Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents, • Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses, • Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan, • Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success, • Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage, • Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the officePhysical Requirements, • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer., • Occasional standing and walking within the office., • Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment., • Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports., • Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies.