Root Access

Electrical Engineer

New York City FullTime On-site
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Job Description

About the role We're looking for an Electrical Engineer to own the design of electronic hardware from concept through prototype and into production. You will work alongside our cofounder / CTO who earned 7 patents for electronics. The Electrical Engineer will own the development of products including requirements, schematic capture, PCB layout, fabrication, testing, and QA. This role is best suited for a skilled engineer who wants to move fast and help pioneer the field of electronics in the age of AI. Key responsibilities - Drive schematic capture and lead PCB layout including component selection, footprints, and BOM management. - Develop and perform circuit simulation and analysis (e.g. SPICE), covering power, signal integrity, timing, and thermal considerations. - Design power supplies, sensor interfaces, communication interfaces (I²C, SPI, UART, USB, Ethernet, etc.), and microcontroller/processor subsystems. - Bring up and debug prototypes in the lab using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other bench equipment. - Collaborate with firmware, mechanical, verification, and test engineers throughout the development cycle. - Prepare design documentation, review packages, and support Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and cost reduction efforts. - Support compliance activities (EMC/EMI, safety, regulatory) as designs mature. Required qualifications - Bachelor's degree in EE or equivalent experience. - 3+ years of hands-on electronic circuit and PCB design experience. - Proficiency with a schematic / PCB design tool (e.g. Altium, Cadence, KiCad, etc). - Solid grounding in analog and digital fundamentals, power electronics, and high-speed design concepts. - Comfortable debugging hardware at the bench with standard lab instrumentation (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc). Preferred qualifications - Master's in Electrical Engineering - Proficiency using Ansys HFSS, SIwave, Icepak and CST is a plus. - Experience taking products through the full lifecycle to volume production. - Familiarity with signal-integrity and power-integrity analysis tools. - Scripting ability (e.g. Python) for design automation or data analysis. - Exposure to EMC/regulatory compliance testing.

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What does the Electrical Engineer role at Root Access involve?

The Electrical Engineer position at Root Access in New York City is a fulltime role. About the role We're looking for an Electrical Engineer to own the design of electronic hardware from concept through prototype and into production. You will work alongside our cofounder / CTO who earned 7 patents for electronics. The Electrical Engineer will own the development of products including requirements, schematic capture, PCB layout, fabrication, testing, and QA. This role is best suited for a skilled engineer who wants to move fast and help pioneer the field of electronics in the age of AI. Key responsibilities - Drive schematic capture and lead PCB layout including component selection, footprints, and BOM management. - Develop and perform circuit simulation and analysis (e.g. SPICE), covering power, signal integrity, timing, and thermal considerations.

What skills are required for Electrical Engineer at Root Access?

Key skills for this role include: Python, Git.

What is the salary for Electrical Engineer at Root Access?

The salary for this position is not publicly listed. You can negotiate during the interview process. Check Glassdoor or Levels.fyi for estimates.

Is the Electrical Engineer position at Root Access remote or on-site?

This position is On-site. The role is based in New York City.

How do I apply for Electrical Engineer at Root Access?

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About This Role

Electrical Engineer at Root Access is a fulltime engineering position in New York City. Key skills include Python, Git. Education: Master's Degree preferred. Experience: 3+ years.

This role is classified as on-site and is suitable for mid level-level professionals. Ghost Score 5/100 (Fresh) indicates this listing is very likely active and recently refreshed.

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