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Electrical Engineer

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Seneca logoSeneca · Sausalito
$115K–$175K/yrFull-timeOn-site8mo ago
LeadershipPCB DesignRobotics
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Seneca is eliminating the $1 trillion threat of wildfire across 500 million acres with AI-powered autonomous drone systems. Imagine a world where firefighters can respond to a blaze in under 6 minutes using autonomous suppression technology. That's the world Seneca is building. We're combining the deep expertise of seasoned fire professionals with the innovation of billion-dollar technology builders to create advanced systems that save lives, property, and natural resources. This is more than a job-it's a mission to transform safety across 500 million acres. Whatever your background, if you're a builder, an innovator, or a problem-solver, you belong here. Don't meet every single requirement? If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply - you may still be the right fit for our team.

Benefits

Competitive Salary - Reflective of your skills and experienceEquity Compensation - Be a part-owner in the company's futureComprehensive Health Coverage - Including medical, dental, and vision plansHealth Savings Account (HSA) - Optional pre-tax savings for medical expensesUnlimited PTO - Flexible time off to recharge, plus paid company holidaysHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offFlexible scheduleEquity / stock options

Additional Information

The Job: We are seeking a skilled Senior Electrical Engineer to join our growing engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, development, testing, and integration of hardware systems for autonomous aerial suppression. You'll work cross-functionally with software engineers and other team members to deliver robust and reliable hardware solutions for firefighters. What You Bring: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. 5-8+ years of professional experience focused on electrical hardware design and development. Proficient in schematic capture and multi-layer PCB design using ECAD tools (e.g., Altium, OrCAD, KiCad) Hands-on experience with hardware bring-up, testing, debugging, and validation using lab tools (oscilloscope, logic analyzer, multimeter, etc) Skilled in electrical component selection, evaluation, and BOM management Excellent problem-solving and communication skills Proven ability to define product vision and technical direction, driving projects from concept to deployment Strong leadership skills with a track record of aligning cross-functional teams around a common goal and delivering impactful results Preferred (but not required): Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. Design experience with power electronics, motor control circuits, microcontrollers or microprocessors, and/or sensor integration Strong interest in or experience with robotics, automation, or complex mechatronic systems Experience in aviation, aerospace, or UAV industries Familiarity with regulatory and environmental testing standards


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