Foundation Robotics
Electrical Engineer, Tactile/Hand Sensor
San Francisco, CA
Sponsorship not specified$180k-$300kDetected 2 hours ago
C++Thermal AnalysisAltiumKiCadEmbedded SystemsEMI/EMCRoboticsElectrical EngineeringSensorsCommunication
About the role
- Your previous experience in robotics isn't a prerequisite - it's your talent and determination that truly count.
- We expect that many of our team members will bring diverse perspectives from various industries and fields.
- Who should join: You like working in person with a team in San Francisco.
Responsibilities
- You care about aesthetics and design inside out.
Requirements
- You are highly technical - regardless of the role you are in.
- Experience with sensor integration (IMUs, force/tactile, encoders), motor control (BLDC, brushed, stepper), and power electronics.
- Proficiency in ECAD tools such as Altium Designer, KiCad, or Cadence.
- Experience with wireless communication (BLE, Wi-Fi, etc.) and secure hardware design.
- Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
Skills
- Guide junior engineers and review schematic/layout work to ensure performance, reliability, and compliance.
- Stay up to date with emerging technologies in embedded electronics, robotic sensing, and motor control.
Compensation
- Salary The annual compensation is expected to be between $180,000 - $300,000.
Benefits
- Benefits We provide market standard benefits (health, vision, dental, 401k, etc.) and equity.
- Join us for the culture and the mission, not for the benefits.
Company info
- Foundation is developing the future of general purpose robotics with the goal to address the labor shortage.
- Our mission is to create advanced robots that can operate in complex environments, reducing human risk in conflict zones and enhancing efficiency in labor-intensive industries.
- We are on the lookout for extraordinary engineers and scientists to join our team.
- We are looking for individuals with a proven record of exceptional ability and a history of creating things that work.
- We like to be frank and honest about who we are, so that people can decide for themselves if this is a culture they resonate with.
- Please read more about our culture here https://foundation.bot/culture.
- We are building technology; you need to understand technology well.
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