Knightscope
Sr. Systems Engineer
Sunnyvale, California · Senior · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$160k-$195kDetected 36 days ago
BudgetingSupply ChainMechanical DesignPower ElectronicsProblem Solving
About the role
- This is a cross-functional systems role, with emphasis on electrical and mechanical engineering, on the ASR Software team.
- Charging-control and docking-autonomy software is developed elsewhere within the team
- Location Requirement: Full-time, on-site at Sunnyvale HQ (No relocation provided)
Responsibilities
- Own the charging and docking program end to end - serve as the single point of technical accountability for all aspects of K7 charging and docking, on-grid first and off-grid solar to follow, from concept through field qualification.
- Own the electrical and power systems architecture - spanning plug-in (J1772) charging, wireless and auto-docking, on-board charging, power conversion, and energy storage interfaces.
- Lead the off-grid solar charging architecture - PV array sizing, high-voltage battery storage, inverter and charge-controller selection, and site power budgeting for power-constrained deployment regions.
- Define requirements and validation - set charging and docking requirements, validation plans, and acceptance criteria, and drive design tradeoffs from early concept through prototyping and field qualification.
- Integrate software into the product - partner with the software team that develops charging-control and docking-autonomy software, defining interfaces and integrating their work into a fielded, reliable system.
- Drive program execution - manage schedule, technical risk, and BOM cost targets
- lead design reviews and gate readiness
- and partner with supply chain and manufacturing on cost, quality, reliability, and scalability.
- Support the field and the business - provide site requirements, installation standards, specification reviews, and proposal support to sales and service, and root-cause field issues with the K7 Chief Program Engineer and executive leadership.
- Drive program execution - manage schedule, technical risk, and BOM cost targets; lead design reviews and gate readiness; and partner with supply chain and manufacturing on cost, quality, reliability, and scalability.
Requirements
- 7-10 years of experience in electrical and power systems product development, with demonstrated ownership of electromechanical hardware programs from concept through production.
- Deep expertise in power electronics, battery charging, energy storage, and high-voltage systems.
- Direct experience with one or more of: EV charging (J1772 or inductive), PV/solar power systems, off-grid energy storage, or DC fast-charging architectures.
Nice to have
- EV charging (J1772 or inductive), PV/solar power systems, off-grid energy storage, or DC fast-charging architectures.
- Experience taking electrical hardware from prototype through production with minimal supervision.
- Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (UL, NEC, J1772, and applicable electrical and installation standards) is a strong plus.
- strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills under ambiguity.
- Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or other protected individual as defined by applicable law).
Compensation
- $160,000 - $195,000 (DOE)
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off
- Equity: Stock options
Visa & Work Authorization
- Must be a U.S. Person (U
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