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  • Electrical Engineer (EE) Hardware Validation Specialist

    Intelliswift-An LTTS Company

    Electrical engineer job in Sunnyvale, CA

    Core Responsibilities Execute comprehensive Hardware Validation testing for new silicon, focusing specifically on Battery Chain ICs and Power Management ICs (PMICs). Develop, set up, and perform validation test plans for performance, reliability, and functional verification of power-related hardware. Analyze test results, identify hardware defects, debug issues at the component and system level, and collaborate with design engineers to propose and verify fixes. Set up and expertly operate standard EE lab equipment, including oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, electronic loads (Battery Load management), and data logging equipment. Conduct testing under various environmental conditions, requiring experience with and operation of temperature chambers. Document validation procedures, test results, and bug reports clearly and meticulously. Contribute to the continuous improvement of validation methodologies and test coverage. Required Skills & Experience 3-4 years of professional experience in Electrical Engineering, specifically in hardware validation or characterization. Solid foundation in Electrical Engineering (EE) principles and analog/digital circuit theory. Proven experience in validating Battery Chain ICs (e.g., fuel gauge, charging circuits) and Power Management ICs (PMICs). Hands-on expertise in using and interpreting measurements from essential lab equipment: Oscilloscope (High-speed signal capture and analysis) Multimeter (Precision voltage, current, and resistance measurement) Electronic Loads / Battery Load Management systems Data Logging equipment for extended test monitoring. Experience with temperature chamber operation and performing tests across a wide range of temperatures. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
    $88k-123k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Electrical Design Engineer 4

    Maxonic Inc.

    Electrical engineer job in Milpitas, CA

    Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer 4 Work Schedule: On-site Rate: $71, Based on experience. Responsibilities: Designs electrical parts, modules and subsystems to support the design of whole systems. Responsible for the complete design process, including requirements specification, feasibility studies, cost and scheduling, conducting various hand-on testing and analysis, such as circuit, timing, thermal/cooling, electrical loads; conceptual and detailed design using design tools (i.e. OrCAD, PSpice, etc...), detailed drawings, design review presentations, procurement of prototype parts, system integration, prototype testing, and handoff to manufacturing. These tasks will require working with other engineering groups such as ME, OE, SW, systems and manufacturing engineers to ensure flawless integration and test at the subsystem and system level. Develops the required supporting documentation, such as assembly and test procedures, and service manuals. Works closely with and manages suppliers to ensure all design requirements are specified and achieved. Addresses and resolves product issues thru the product phases. Has strong leadership, communication and problem solving skills. Minimum B.S. in electrical engineering 5 years experience Skills: Category Name Required Importance Experience Area of Expertise Electromechanical No 2 Area of Expertise Schematic Capture No 1 Areas of Expertise Circuit Design No 1 Areas of Expertise Electrical Troubleshooting No 1 Technical Skills Circuit Failure Mode Analysis No 1 Technical Skills Electrical Testing No 1 Technical Skills Schematic Development No 1 About Maxonic: Since 2002 Maxonic has been at the forefront of connecting candidate strengths to client challenges. Our award winning, dedicated team of recruiting professionals are specialized by technology, are great listeners, and will seek to find a position that meets the long-term career needs of our candidates. We take pride in the over 10,000 candidates that we have placed, and the repeat business that we earn from our satisfied clients. Interested in Applying? Please apply with your most current resume. Feel free to contact Lavanya Dommeti (********************* / *************** for more details.
    $71 hourly 1d ago
  • Electrical Field Engineer

    Insight Global

    Electrical engineer job in Walnut Creek, CA

    Pay: $120,000 - $170,000 Job Duration: Direct Hire Job Opportunity REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Ability to travel 70% Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program required. Licensed Professional Engineer in California 10+ Years Electrical Engineering experience in Commercial or Industrial facilities and equipment Knowledge of national building and construction codes (ICC, NEC, NFPA, etc.), concepts, and principles Strong written and oral communication skills 1+ years Field experience NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Knowledge of multiple types of construction Knowledge of estimating electrical equipment designs and installations Experience in providing Litigation Support including Expert Testimony at Depositions and/or Trial, Mediation and Arbitration proceedings, desirable Existing Client base and business development experience is a strong plus JOB DESCRIPTION We are seeking to add a highly-motivated mid-to-senior level Professional Engineer to our team of multi-disciplinary engineers. The Engineer will conduct field investigations and perform failure/accident analysis for electrical equipment and/or mechanical equipment and processes through construction knowledge and engineering principles. Electrical equipment types include, but are not limited to: low, medium and high voltage switchgear, panelboards and transformers, data and communication systems, fire alarm systems, lighting systems, electrical appliances, etc. Facilities types include power generating and distribution systems, commercial and industrial facilities, municipal buildings and infrastructure assets, and residential properties. Responsibilities and Duties include: Field work to document as-built conditions and damage to electrical systems and equipment as a result of natural (wind, water, fire, earth movement, etc.) and/or human induced origins (design, construction errors/omissions and product defects). Natural events can include large catastrophes such as regional floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, and earthquakes. Utilize building codes, technical knowledge, and understanding of construction practices to establish repair scope recommendations as well as cause and origin analyses. · Evaluate design drawings and documentation. Provide electrical support for the fire origin and cause consultants/engineers to determine electrical causes of fires, a plus. Communicate with clients, interface with code officials and contractors to address construction issues and provide detailed reports. Manage multiple project assignments, executing them on time and within budget. Retention and development of client relationships. Willing to travel, as needed, on short notice at times.
    $120k-170k yearly 4d ago
  • Hardware Design Engineer

    Happiest Minds Technologies

    Electrical engineer job in Milpitas, CA

    Happiest Minds, the Mindful IT Company, applies agile methodologies to enable digital transformation for enterprises and technology providers by delivering seamless customer experience, business efficiency and actionable insights. We leverage a spectrum of disruptive technologies such as: Big Data Analytics, AI & Cognitive Computing, Internet of Things, Cloud, Security, SDN-NFV, RPA, Blockchain, etc. Positioned as Born Digital . Born Agile , our capabilities spans across product engineering, digital business solutions, infrastructure management and security services. We deliver these services across industry sectors such as retail, consumer packaged goods, edutech, e-commerce, banking, insurance, hi-tech, engineering R&D, manufacturing, automotive and travel/transportation/hospitality. Headquartered in Bangalore, India; Happiest Minds has operations in USA, UK, The Netherlands, Australia and Middle East. Job Description: 10 to 15 years of relevant experience as a Hardware design and test engineer. Bachelor s degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, or equivalent. Excellent problem-solving/ debugging skills and attention to detail. Excellent written and oral communication. Active involvement in all phases of an embedded product development (Requirement Analysis, Design, Implementation, Prototyping, Documentation and Testing) Should be an expert in selecting components meeting cost, functionality, performance, regulatory and non-functional requirements such as long-term availability, size etc. Independently develop micro-controller and micro-processor-based designs with peripherals such as ADCs, DACs, storage, Ethernet PHYs etc Experience in/Knowledge of interfaces such as DDR3/4/5, PCIe Gen4 or higher, SATA, USB3.0/4.0, Ethernet, Display interfaces, Audio interfaces, SPI, I2C etc Proficient in developing Schematics using Cadence OrCAD tool Should be able to prepare the PCB layout guidelines and review the PCB layout using Cadence Allegro tool Experience in designing multi-layer PCBs considering EMI/EMC and signal integrity aspects Perform board bring-up tests, functional tests, and DVT Experience with hardware testing and debugging tools (e.g., Power Supply, Multimeter, Oscilloscopes, Logic analysers etc). Good to have: Conduct pre-compliance screening tests for EMI/EMC/Safety etc at third party labs Perform reliability analysis such DFMEA, MTBF prediction, HALT testing, ESS testing etc Experience in high-speed designs (interfaces such as PCIe Gen 5/6, USB4.x, DDR5, 10G/100G Ethernet etc) Signal Integrity testing, compliance testing
    $112k-158k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Staff Backend Engineer

    80Twenty

    Electrical engineer job in San Francisco, CA

    80Twenty is a boutique marketing recruitment agency that connects high-growth companies with exceptional candidates. Want to build technology that truly moves the needle in healthcare? Join a fast-scaling, profitable healthcare services company - independently grown and not VC-backed - on a mission to make healthcare simpler, smarter, and more human! Our client is a healthcare tech and services company based in San Francisco, combining clinical expertise, operational excellence, and modern engineering to reshape how people experience care. From personalized medication management and transparent pharmacy pricing to community-based chronic care support, we're building a system that empowers both patients and providers. This is a fully onsite role based in San Francisco, CA. Candidates must be located within 30 miles of San Francisco. The standard schedule is Monday-Friday, 9am-7pm and may vary depending on business needs and role responsibilities. In this role, you will: Design, build, and scale backend services that power pharmacy, telehealth, and patient-facing workflows. Collaborate cross-functionally with product, operations, and pharmacy teams to deliver seamless integrations and reliable systems. Lead architectural design discussions and set long-term technical direction for the backend stack. Implement best practices for system reliability, observability, security, and scalability. Drive operational excellence through CI/CD pipelines, cloud infrastructure (AWS), and container orchestration (Kubernetes). Mentor fellow engineers and help shape our backend engineering culture. Optimize system performance and streamline complex data flows across distributed services. Influence and define standards for how we build, test, and deploy software across the company. Who You Are 7+ years of backend engineering experience, ideally in fast-moving production environments. Strong experience with Node.js (TypeScript / JavaScript) and modern backend frameworks. Deep familiarity with AWS, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and distributed system design. Adept at owning code from design through deployment - you care about maintainability, reliability, and long-term scalability. Excellent communicator who enjoys collaborating across disciplines. Motivated by solving complex real-world problems in healthcare and improving patient outcomes. Bonus points for experience in healthcare, pharmacy systems, inventory/fulfillment flows, or regulated environments. Why This Role Stands Out You'll own high-impact systems that directly affect patient and provider experiences. You'll shape backend architecture and engineering best practices in a growing company. You'll join a profitable, non-VC-backed organization focused on long-term sustainability. You'll work in-person with an ambitious, mission-driven team in downtown San Francisco. Competitive compensation, equity opportunities, and strong benefits designed to help you thrive. This is a great opportunity to be a key member of the engineering team, taking technical ownership of our pharmacy platform's core backend systems. Your work will directly power real-time healthcare operations and improve access to care. If you're excited to apply your engineering expertise to meaningful healthcare infrastructure - and want to join a company that values autonomy, sustainability, and impact - we want to hear from you! Base salary: $250k-300k DOE + generous equity and benefits
    $250k-300k yearly 1d ago
  • Staff AI Engineer

    Quantix Search

    Electrical engineer job in Sunnyvale, CA

    Staff AI Engineer | Sunnyvale, CA | $225K-$300K + Equity We're partnering with a leading company in the software defined vehicle space to hire a Staff AI Engineer. Their technology is already running in more than five million vehicles on the road today and they are now building the next layer of AI that will power future automotive platforms. In this role you will work on advanced language models, retrieval systems and agent style architectures that support real world, safety critical use cases. You will own the full lifecycle of AI systems from early research through to stable, production grade services. What you'll do: Train and fine tune LLMs for reasoning and decision making Build retrieval pipelines and RAG systems for real time semantic search Design and scale ML systems that run in fault tolerant, privacy compliant environments Develop evaluation frameworks to measure reliability, correctness and performance Work closely with engineering and product teams to shape AI solutions that match real world needs What we're looking for: 5+ years of experience as an AI or ML engineer Hands on experience with LLMs, agent frameworks and RAG architectures Strong Python and experience with PyTorch or TensorFlow Background in building and deploying production ML systems Comfort working in a collaborative on site environment three days per week in Sunnyvale If this sounds like something you would like to explore, apply today and we'll be in touch
    $225k-300k yearly 2d ago
  • Embedded Hardware Design Engineer

    Govcon Associates LLC 3.8company rating

    Electrical engineer job in San Jose, CA

    Domain: Embedded Hardware, PCB Design, FPGA, High-Speed Systems, EMI/EMC Experience: 10+ years San Jose, CA Based - Lead end-to-end hardware development for FPGA/SoC-based systems, including architecture, schematic design, PCB review, board bring-up, debugging, compliance testing, and cross-functional collaboration. Key Responsibilities: Hardware Design: Architecture, schematic capture, PCB review, documentation System Integration: High-speed board bring-up, signal/power integrity troubleshooting Testing & Compliance: DVT/PVT, EMI/EMC design, certification coordination Vendor Interface: PCB fabrication, assembly, procurement Sustenance: RMA debugging, redesign for compliance Collaboration: Work with firmware, mechanical, and test teams Technical Skills: Tools: Allegro, Altium, Interfaces: USB, BLE, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, CAN, PCIe Lab Expertise: Oscilloscopes, Logic Analyzers, Signal Generators Qualifications: Bachelor's in Electronics/Communication (or related), strong debugging and documentation skills
    $115k-157k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Embedded Hardware Design Engineer

    Synstack Technologies

    Electrical engineer job in San Jose, CA

    Domain: Embedded Hardware, PCB Design, FPGA, High-Speed Systems, EMI/EMC Experience: 10+ years San Jose, CA Based - Lead end-to-end hardware development for FPGA/SoC-based systems, including architecture, schematic design, PCB review, board bring-up, debugging, compliance testing, and cross-functional collaboration. Key Responsibilities: Hardware Design: Architecture, schematic capture, PCB review, documentation System Integration: High-speed board bring-up, signal/power integrity troubleshooting Testing & Compliance: DVT/PVT, EMI/EMC design, certification coordination Vendor Interface: PCB fabrication, assembly, procurement Sustenance: RMA debugging, redesign for compliance Collaboration: Work with firmware, mechanical, and test teams Technical Skills: Tools: Allegro, Altium, Interfaces: USB, BLE, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, CAN, PCIe Lab Expertise: Oscilloscopes, Logic Analyzers, Signal Generators Qualifications: Bachelor's in Electronics/Communication (or related), strong debugging and documentation skills
    $112k-158k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Jr. PCB Electrical Engineer (ONSITE, Concord, CA)

    Resource 1 LLC

    Electrical engineer job in Concord, CA

    My client is seeking a Junior Electrical Engineer to contribute to the design and development of advanced mixed-signal electronics used in high-precision navigation systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with circuit design, analysis, and troubleshooting, and be capable of taking ownership of sub-systems from concept through verification. This role is in Concord CA and requires candidate to be ONSITE 5 days a week. Key Responsibilities: Design and analyze analog and digital circuits for precision data acquisition and control systems. Develop schematics, support PCB layout, and validate performance through lab testing. Conduct simulations and worst-case analyses to verify compliance with requirements. Collaborate with mechanical, firmware, and systems engineers to ensure seamless integration. Participate in design reviews and assist in resolving design and production issues. Support documentation, test procedures, and design verification reports. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. 2-5 years of experience in circuit design, testing, and product development. Proficiency with schematic and PCB design tools (Altium, or CAD, or equivalent). Solid understanding of analog/digital fundamentals, signal integrity, and power distribution. Experience using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and power supplies. Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills. Preferred Skills: Familiarity with FPGA, MCU, or embedded system interfaces. Experience with SPICE, Simulink, or MATLAB for analysis and modeling. Exposure to MIL-STD or aerospace/defense hardware requirements. Knowledge in sensor systems, inertial navigation, or precision instrumentation. Salary is 85,000-125,000 based on experience. Benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, 16 PTO days, and 10 Company-paid holidays.
    $80k-120k yearly est. 5d ago
  • Smart Contract Engineer

    Odiin

    Electrical engineer job in San Francisco, CA

    You'll work closely with our product, engineering, and security teams to build scalable decentralized systems that push the boundaries of what's possible on-chain. Key Responsibilities: Design, write, test, and deploy smart contracts on Ethereum or other EVM-compatible blockchains. Collaborate with frontend and backend developers to integrate smart contracts into decentralized applications (dApps). Conduct peer reviews, optimize gas efficiency, and maintain best practices for security. Develop automated testing frameworks to ensure contract reliability. Stay up to date with emerging blockchain protocols, development tools, and security standards. Participate in smart contract audits and coordinate fixes for any identified vulnerabilities. Contribute to technical documentation for contracts and protocols. Requirements: Proven experience developing and deploying smart contracts in Solidity (or Rust, for non-EVM chains). Strong understanding of blockchain fundamentals, consensus mechanisms, and token standards (ERC-20, ERC-721, ERC-1155). Experience with smart contract development tools such as Hardhat, Foundry, Truffle, or Remix. Familiarity with Ethereum and Layer 2 scaling solutions (e.g., Arbitrum, Optimism, Polygon). Understanding of web3 libraries (ethers.js, web3.js) and dApp integrations.
    $117k-167k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Electrical Test Engineer

    Yoh, A Day & Zimmermann Company 4.7company rating

    Electrical engineer job in Pleasanton, CA

    Yoh is looking for a Electrical Test Engineer to come in and join our Biotech/ Pharma client for their state of the art manufacturing building. The ideal individual will come in with Bachelor's degree in Engineering: Mechanical, Electrical or Manufacturing with 7+ years of experience, or MS/ PhD with 5-7 years of experience. Industry: Bio Tech/ manufacturing Location: Pleasanton CA Compensation: $60-68/hour DOE Type: 6 month Contract Responsibilities Interfaces with design engineering and Product Management to coordinate the release of new products. Work with design engineering to provide DFM/A feedback during the design phase. Design and develop manufacturing test fixtures as required. Proactively communicate technical information and status to broad, cross-functional teams Develop and refine acceptance test processes and specifications of complex electromechanical subsystems while working cross functionally with manufacturing, R&D, and contract manufacturers. Required Skills (NPI Test Engineer) Bachelor's degree in Engineering: Mechanical, Electrical or Manufacturing with 7+ years of experience, or MS/ PhD with 5-7 years of experience. Work history with several successful iterations of Design to Manufacturing transfers. Creation of FMEAs, ECOs and work instructions Working knowledge of motor (eg., servo, stepper), PCA, and subassembly testing Experience with designing and testing PCB Experience working with instrument manufacturing under ISO 9001 or ISO 13485 standards Experience with Altium, Python, and SDK development Experience with Snowflake, Labview, and MES systems a plus Estimated Min Rate: $60.00 Estimated Max Rate: $68.00 What's In It for You? We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh's network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh's extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh's vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include: Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week) Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week) Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week) MetLife Voluntary Benefits Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401K Retirement Savings Plan Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll Referral Bonus Programs Certification and training opportunities Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply. Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Visit ************************************************ to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process. For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. By applying and submitting your resume, you authorize Yoh to review and reformat your resume to meet Yoh's hiring clients' preferences. To learn more about Yoh's privacy practices, please see our Candidate Privacy Notice: **********************************
    $60-68 hourly 3d ago
  • Frontend Engineer (React.JS & Node.JS) - W2 Contract

    Flexton Inc.

    Electrical engineer job in San Jose, CA

    Frontend Engineer Duration: 6+ months (possible extension) Type: W2 Contract (Open to Consider USC, GC, EAD) - No Third Party or C2C Experience: 6+ Years in an Enterprise Environment with BS or MS in Computer Science. Must Have: JavaScript, React.JS, Typescript, NodeJS and REST API Job Summary: Seeking a Frontend Engineer with strong experience in JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and hands-on expertise in React and Node.js. The role involves building scalable, high-quality UI components and collaborating in an Agile development environment. Responsibilities: Develop and maintain frontend modules using JavaScript, HTML, CSS, React, and Node.js. Implement unit testing (JUnit) and ensure code quality. Utilize jQuery and core data structures where applicable. Work closely with cross-functional teams in an Agile/Scrum setup. Participate in solution design, code reviews, and feature development. Required Skills: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field with Strong proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, CSS. Must-have: React.js and Node.js. Experience with unit testing tools (JUnit). Good understanding of data structures and jQuery.
    $116k-167k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Electrical Patent Associate 21143 San Francisco

    Vanguard-Ip

    Electrical engineer job in San Francisco, CA

    Requirements Patent preparation and prosecution experience, either in-house or as outside counsel, specifically in the electrical arts (e.g., circuit design, medical devices, and consumer devices) A BS degree in electrical engineering is preferred, although candidates with other degrees will be considered Legal, industry, and/or academic experience in electrical engineering, particularly with machine learning, cloud computing/networking, wireless communications, cryptography, information security, robotics or distributed ledger is desirable Active bar admission in state where practicing Registered to practice before the USPTO Strong time management and organizational skills, including demonstrated ability to take ownership for, and efficiently manage, a large docket including meeting internal and external deadlines Familiarity with operations of large organizations with established patent programs, including international organizations Strong work ethic and commitment to being responsive to client needs Excellent writing, communication and interpersonal skills Ability to collaborate and work effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders Demonstrated ability working independently Summary Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide. Our sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand our clients' technical needs, and our candidates' individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge. Our recruiters all have 10+ years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter. We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity. Confidentiality At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients. Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $85k-128k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Staff Machine Learning Engineer / Principal ML Engineer

    SRS Consulting Inc. 4.2company rating

    Electrical engineer job in San Jose, CA

    Role: Staff Machine Learning Engineer Duration: Long-term Mode of Interview: Virtual & Final In-person Why this role exists We're building privacy‐preserving LLM capabilities that help hardware design teams reason over Verilog/SystemVerilog and RTL artifacts-code generation, refactoring, lint explanation, constraint translation, and spec‐to‐RTL assistance. We're looking for a Staff‐level engineer to technically lead a small, high‐leverage team that fine‐tunes and productizes LLMs for these workflows in a strict enterprise data‐privacy environment. You don't need to be a Verilog/RTL expert to start; curiosity, drive, and deep LLM craftsmanship matter most. Any HDL/EDA fluency is a strong plus. What you'll do (Responsibilities) • Own the technical roadmap for Verilog/RTL‐focused LLM capabilities-from model selection and adaptation to evaluation, deployment, and continuous improvement. • Lead a hands‐on team of applied scientists/engineers: set direction, unblock technically, review designs/code, and raise the bar on experimentation velocity and reliability. • Fine‐tune and customize models using state‐of‐the‐art techniques (LoRA/QLoRA, PEFT, instruction tuning, preference optimization/RLAIF) with robust HDL‐specific evals: o Compile‐/lint‐/simulate‐based pass rates, pass@k for code generation, constrained decoding to enforce syntax, and "does‐it‐synthesize” checks. • Design privacy‐first ML pipelines on AWS: o Training/customization and hosting using Amazon Bedrock (including Anthropic models) where appropriate; SageMaker (or EKS + KServe/Triton/DJL) for bespoke training needs. o Artifacts in S3 with KMS CMKs; isolated VPC subnets & PrivateLink (including Bedrock VPC endpoints), IAM least‐privilege, CloudTrail auditing, and Secrets Manager for credentials. o Enforce encryption in transit/at rest, data minimization, no public egress for customer/RTL corpora. • Stand up dependable model serving: Bedrock model invocation where it fits, and/or low‐latency self‐hosted inference (vLLM/TensorRT‐LLM), autoscaling, and canary/blue‐green rollouts. • Build an evaluation culture: automatic regression suites that run HDL compilers/simulators, measure behavioral fidelity, and detect hallucinations/constraint violations; model cards and experiment tracking (MLflow/Weights & Biases). • Partner deeply with hardware design, CAD/EDA, Security, and Legal to source/prepare datasets (anonymization, redaction, licensing), define acceptance gates, and meet compliance requirements. • Drive productization: integrate LLMs with internal developer tools (IDEs/plug‐ins, code review bots, CI), retrieval (RAG) over internal HDL repos/specs, and safe tool‐use/function‐calling. • Mentor & uplevel: coach ICs on LLM best practices, reproducible training, critical paper reading, and building secure‐by‐default systems. What you'll bring (Minimum qualifications) • 10+ years total engineering experience with 5+ years in ML/AI or large‐scale distributed systems; 3+ years working directly with transformers/LLMs. • Proven track record shipping LLM‐powered features in production and leading ambiguous, cross‐functional initiatives at Staff level. • Deep hands‐on skill with PyTorch, Hugging Face Transformers/PEFT/TRL, distributed training (DeepSpeed/FSDP), quantization‐aware fine‐tuning (LoRA/QLoRA), and constrained/grammar‐guided decoding. • AWS expertise to design and defend secure enterprise deployments, including: o Amazon Bedrock (model selection, Anthropic model usage, model customization, Guardrails, Knowledge Bases, Bedrock runtime APIs, VPC endpoints) o SageMaker (Training, Inference, Pipelines), S3, EC2/EKS/ECR, VPC/Subnets/Security Groups, IAM, KMS, PrivateLink, CloudWatch/CloudTrail, Step Functions, Batch, Secrets Manager. • Strong software engineering fundamentals: testing, CI/CD, observability, performance tuning; Python a must (bonus for Go/Java/C++). • Demonstrated ability to set technical vision and influence across teams; excellent written and verbal communication for execs and engineers. Nice to have (Preferred qualifications) • Familiarity with Verilog/SystemVerilog/RTL workflows: lint, synthesis, timing closure, simulation, formal, test benches, and EDA tools (Synopsys/Cadence/Mentor). • Experience integrating static analysis/AST‐aware tokenization for code models or grammar‐constrained decoding. • RAG at scale over code/specs (vector stores, chunking strategies), tool‐use/function‐calling for code transformation. • Inference optimization: TensorRT‐LLM, KV‐cache optimization, speculative decoding; throughput/latency trade‐offs at batch and token levels. • Model governance/safety in the enterprise: model cards, red‐teaming, secure eval data handling; exposure to SOC2/ISO 27001/NIST frameworks. • Data anonymization, DLP scanning, and code de‐identification to protect IP. What success looks like 90 days • Baseline an HDL‐aware eval harness that compiles/simulates; establish secure AWS training & serving environments (VPC‐only, KMS‐backed, no public egress). • Ship an initial fine‐tuned/customized model with measurable gains vs. base (e.g., +X% compile‐pass rate, −Y% lint findings per K LOC generated). 180 days • Expand customization/training coverage (Bedrock for managed FMs including Anthropic; SageMaker/EKS for bespoke/open models). • Add constrained decoding + retrieval over internal design specs; productionize inference with SLOs (p95 latency, availability) and audited rollout to pilot hardware teams. 12 months • Demonstrably reduce review/iteration cycles for RTL tasks with clear metrics (defect reduction, time‐to‐lint‐clean, % auto‐fix suggestions accepted), and a stable MLOps path for continuous improvement. How we work (Security & privacy by design) • Customer and internal design data remain within private AWS VPCs; access via IAM roles and audited by CloudTrail; all artifacts encrypted with KMS. • No public internet calls for sensitive workloads; Bedrock access via VPC interface endpoints/PrivateLink with endpoint policies; SageMaker and/or EKS run in private subnets. • Data pipelines enforce minimization, tagging, retention windows, and reproducibility; DLP scanning and redaction are first‐class steps. • We produce model cards, data lineage, and evaluation artifacts for every release. Tech you'll touch • Modeling: PyTorch, HF Transformers/PEFT/TRL, DeepSpeed/FSDP, vLLM, TensorRT‐LLM • AWS & MLOps: Amazon Bedrock (Anthropic and other FMs, Guardrails, Knowledge Bases, Runtime APIs), SageMaker (Training/Inference/Pipelines), MLflow/W&B, ECR, EKS/KServe/Triton, Step Functions • Platform/Security: S3 + KMS, IAM, VPC/PrivateLink (incl. Bedrock), CloudWatch/CloudTrail, Secrets Manager • Tooling (nice to have): HDL toolchains for compile/simulate/lint, vector stores (pgvector/OpenSearch), GitHub/GitLab CI
    $149k-200k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Divisional Projects Engineer - CAPEX

    Pacific International Executive Search

    Electrical engineer job in San Francisco, CA

    About the job Pacific International is partnered with a rapidly growing industrial manufacturing organization undergoing significant investment in automation and large-scale capital projects. The company is seeking a hands-on Divisional Projects Engineer to lead major engineering initiatives across multiple sites. This individual will own full project lifecycles from concept and design through installation, commissioning, and start-up. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented engineer who enjoys being on the shop floor, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving operational improvements across a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Responsibilities Be a consistent on-site project presence, supporting installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting while coordinating with site teams, vendors, and engineering partners. Own end-to-end project execution, including scoping, design reviews, scheduling, budgeting, and milestone management. Travel across divisional facilities to oversee projects, conduct site assessments, and manage vendor FATs, verification testing, and equipment sign-offs. Lead process improvement and efficiency initiatives across automated manufacturing lines to enhance productivity and throughput. Develop and refine engineering designs, project plans, and documentation aligned with divisional standards. Evaluate new technologies and machinery to improve capability, reliability, and long-term performance. Partner with maintenance teams as a technical advisor to resolve recurring equipment issues and support preventive and predictive maintenance strategies. Ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance is built into every phase of project execution. Communicate progress clearly across stakeholders to keep projects on track and aligned with business priorities. Qualifications 4-8+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, maintenance, or quality roles. Bachelor's degree in engineering required; master's preferred. Proven ownership of capital or large-scale engineering projects from concept through completion. Strong background working with automated or fast-moving manufacturing environments. Comfortable with up to ~50% domestic travel to manage projects across multiple locations. Skilled in project planning, budgeting, vendor management, and cross-functional coordination. Hands-on, solutions-focused problem solver with strong communication and leadership skills. Experience with ISO-driven environments and engineering documentation practices is beneficial. Analytical, organized, and able to juggle multiple priorities while driving effective outcomes. About Pacific International: Pacific International, a globally recognized retained executive search firm, is dedicated to empowering Fortune 500, FTSE 100, and high-growth enterprises in building exceptional C-suite, senior-level, and strategic leadership teams while championing diversity and inclusion. Our adaptability, agility, and forward-thinking ethos distinguish us in the ever-evolving business landscape. Since 1997, we have been dedicated to building lasting client partnerships based on trust and reliability, and a proven track record of successful C-suite and mid- to senior-level leadership project delivery across many key industries globally. Pacific International Diversity Statement: At Pacific International, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and we proudly champion diversity on behalf of our clients in every Executive Search mandate we undertake. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. In pursuit of these objectives, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. Questions? Email Olivia McCrossin - ******************************************
    $78k-106k yearly est. 3d ago
  • Hardware Engineer (founding)

    Needl

    Electrical engineer job in Fremont, CA

    Founding Hardware Engineer (Stealth Robotics Startup) On-Site • San Francisco, CA About Us We're a tiny, fast-moving team building autonomous systems for heavy industrial machines. We retrofit existing equipment with a plug-and-play autonomy kit that taps directly into machine controls and layers on a full perception + connectivity stack: multi-sensor vision, LiDAR, high-precision GNSS, IMU, and a low-latency tele-operation network. In just a few months, we've gone from first prototype to real machines operating on active job sites, with early recurring revenue and a growing pipeline of paid pilots. We're backed by top-tier early-stage investors along with a group of founder-operators who know what it takes to build in the real world. Our founding team has built and shipped hardware, software, and robotics systems before. We thrive where physical machinery, harsh environments, and rapid iteration collide. Why Join Us You want to work on problems that actually matter - fixing how the world builds things. Construction is the backbone of civilization, and it's currently broken. We're here to change that. You don't want a cushy robotics lab job. You want to build robots in the mud, on real sites, under real constraints. You'd rather spend a week living out of a dusty RV next to a machine you're debugging than polishing a slide deck. You want to see your designs move 20-50 tons of real hardware. You want to feel the stakes. You want teammates who operate at founder-level intensity and ownership. About You You're a hacker at heart - the kind of person who gets a prototype working before most people finish their planning doc. You've built something from scratch: a company, a product, a robot, a system - success not required, agency absolutely required. You work extremely hard, laugh often, and don't mind chaos. You prefer “figure it out now” to “wait for perfect requirements.” What You'll Own As a founding Hardware / Mechatronics Engineer, you'll design and build the core systems that enable remote operation, sensing, and autonomy assistance on industrial machines. You'll work across mechanical, electrical, and embedded disciplines, often all in the same day. System Design & Prototyping Architect and build tele-operation hardware systems, including power, compute, and control modules for machine retrofits. Sensor Integration Integrate and calibrate cameras, LiDAR, radar, GNSS, IMUs, and other sensors using interfaces like GMSL, CAN, and Ethernet. Electrical & Mechanical Integration Design robust wiring harnesses, brackets, mounts, and enclosures that survive real-world abuse. Communication Interfaces Implement and validate CAN, LIN, J1939, Serial, and Ethernet connections with both existing ECUs and custom control hardware. Manufacturing & DFM Work with vendors to bring designs from scrappy prototypes to reliable production, including DFM, testing, and validation. Testing & Validation Lead machine bring-up, HIL testing, and on-site debugging alongside software and autonomy engineers. Documentation & Design Produce schematics, harness drawings, CAD models, assembly docs, and anything else needed to build and scale the hardware. Compensation & Support Base: ~$250-380k Equity: ~1-3% Full health/dental/vision, relocation + visa support, downtown SF workspace with full electronics/mech prototyping tools, 401(k), high-spec laptop, and budget for any gear you need.
    $113k-160k yearly est. 3d ago
  • Cellular Field Tester

    Intelliswift-An LTTS Company

    Electrical engineer job in Cupertino, CA

    for Cellular Field Testing Cellular Field Tester Must Have Skills: 1. 3-4 years of experience in smartphone field testing 2. Excellent understanding of 3GPP specs for 3G/4G/5G NR technologies 3. Hands on experience of Android and Apple products like smartphones and smart watches. 4. Worked for carrier certification for USA operator (viz. Verizon, AT&T & T-Mobile) 5. Log analysis & debugging UE issues. 6. User Equipment Testing Job Description: 1. Expertise on 3GPP specs for 3G/4G/5G NR technologies 2. 3. Experienced Field Testing - inclusive of issue investigation and representation 4. Experience of 3-4 years into Mobile device testing 5. Perform testing and sending daily report to client 6. Aware of logging tools like QxDM, QCAT, XCAP, Wireshark, STT, ELT etc. 7. Basic Understanding of RF Concepts as added advantage. 8. Python or any scripting knowledge as added advantage.
    $85k-120k yearly est. 5d ago
  • Electrical Patent Associate - Shape Cutting-Edge IP

    Vanguard-Ip

    Electrical engineer job in San Francisco, CA

    A leading IP recruiting firm in San Francisco is seeking an experienced patent attorney with expertise in patent preparation and prosecution in the electrical arts. Candidates should ideally have a BS degree in electrical engineering, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage a large docket effectively. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with clients from various industries and advance your career in intellectual property. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $85k-128k yearly est. 1d ago
  • Divisional Projects Engineer - CAPEX

    Pacific International Executive Search

    Electrical engineer job in Fremont, CA

    About the job Pacific International is partnered with a rapidly growing industrial manufacturing organization undergoing significant investment in automation and large-scale capital projects. The company is seeking a hands-on Divisional Projects Engineer to lead major engineering initiatives across multiple sites. This individual will own full project lifecycles from concept and design through installation, commissioning, and start-up. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented engineer who enjoys being on the shop floor, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving operational improvements across a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Responsibilities Be a consistent on-site project presence, supporting installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting while coordinating with site teams, vendors, and engineering partners. Own end-to-end project execution, including scoping, design reviews, scheduling, budgeting, and milestone management. Travel across divisional facilities to oversee projects, conduct site assessments, and manage vendor FATs, verification testing, and equipment sign-offs. Lead process improvement and efficiency initiatives across automated manufacturing lines to enhance productivity and throughput. Develop and refine engineering designs, project plans, and documentation aligned with divisional standards. Evaluate new technologies and machinery to improve capability, reliability, and long-term performance. Partner with maintenance teams as a technical advisor to resolve recurring equipment issues and support preventive and predictive maintenance strategies. Ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance is built into every phase of project execution. Communicate progress clearly across stakeholders to keep projects on track and aligned with business priorities. Qualifications 4-8+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, maintenance, or quality roles. Bachelor's degree in engineering required; master's preferred. Proven ownership of capital or large-scale engineering projects from concept through completion. Strong background working with automated or fast-moving manufacturing environments. Comfortable with up to ~50% domestic travel to manage projects across multiple locations. Skilled in project planning, budgeting, vendor management, and cross-functional coordination. Hands-on, solutions-focused problem solver with strong communication and leadership skills. Experience with ISO-driven environments and engineering documentation practices is beneficial. Analytical, organized, and able to juggle multiple priorities while driving effective outcomes. About Pacific International: Pacific International, a globally recognized retained executive search firm, is dedicated to empowering Fortune 500, FTSE 100, and high-growth enterprises in building exceptional C-suite, senior-level, and strategic leadership teams while championing diversity and inclusion. Our adaptability, agility, and forward-thinking ethos distinguish us in the ever-evolving business landscape. Since 1997, we have been dedicated to building lasting client partnerships based on trust and reliability, and a proven track record of successful C-suite and mid- to senior-level leadership project delivery across many key industries globally. Pacific International Diversity Statement: At Pacific International, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and we proudly champion diversity on behalf of our clients in every Executive Search mandate we undertake. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. In pursuit of these objectives, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. Questions? Email Olivia McCrossin - ******************************************
    $77k-106k yearly est. 3d ago
  • Project Engineer

    Insight Global

    Electrical engineer job in San Jose, CA

    Day to Day: Under this position, the employee will, under only general supervision from the Project Manager, exercise independent judgment and discretion to manage the on and off site execution of daily project requirements and activities, while flexibly responding to customer demands. Value engineering, cost reduction and risk mitigation are essential requirements of each assigned project. Using sound project management techniques oversees the required day to day project execution activities of our subcontractors and field execution teams. Responsible for cost/budget allocations of projects and activities assigned. Responsibilities will include maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction while balancing the project demands and financial goals. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Construction Management is preferred and/or 4-8 years of related work and engineering experience in the Controls or Construction Industry. Strong mechanical aptitude and any technical school training. Ability to read construction blueprints and electrical schematics. Working knowledge of MS Office, Windows, File Structure, AutoCAD, VISIO. Basic TCP/IP network structure and web navigation are desired. Must be highly organized and possess the ability to work in a high paced environment with the ability to prioritize tasks to meet the schedules given by Sunbelt leadership. Demonstrates effective work delegation techniques and can provide constructive work instructions to Sunbelt, subcontractor, and other vendor personnel. Has the ability to operate independently and autonomously and take ownership of all assigned tasks. Must possess a valid California driver's license. Ability to execute their work to ensure high customer satisfaction and the highest quality deliverable. Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills are a requirement of this position. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Develops personal intellectual and technical product knowledge specific to the needs of the business and that of specific projects. Production of controls systems design drawings, sequence of operations and submittals for lower level control systems while supporting Senior Level Design Engineers for mid-level control systems as required. Research and selection of control system peripherals and end devices as necessary. Reading and interpreting project construction drawings and specifications to ensure scope compliance. Provides value engineering and cost reduction solutions to the Project Manager. Manages the project's material procurement process and coordinates the shipments of material to the site and/or other trades for assigned projects. Selects and orders appropriate materials. Maintains and monitors material usage, cost and inventory control. Obtains lead time discounts when possible. May perform modification of previously produced controls designs to reflect field changes made during the implementation process (As-Built drawings). Manages and provides documentation for the project file including correspondence, requests for information, change orders, logs and project schedules. Change order management and upselling of scope is a requirement of this position. Manages and oversees project construction for compliance with specifications, codes, material, installation techniques, safety activities and Sunbelt standards. Develops and maintains internal project construction schedules relative our scope of work utilizing 3 rd party software programs such as MS Project as required. Manages, supports and provides oversight to all 3 rd party commissioning requirements on assigned projects. Manages the project closeout process and turnover of documentation to the Engineering group and/or PM. Manages and coordinates all aspects of our installation subcontractor's scope of work while maintaining project schedule. Manages and completes the project warranty transition process as necessary and coordinates an on-site visit for service personnel and ensures transition to service is achieved. Annual Compensation: $90,000 to $110,000. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.
    $90k-110k yearly 2d ago

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How much does an electrical engineer earn in San Mateo, CA?

The average electrical engineer in San Mateo, CA earns between $77,000 and $143,000 annually. This compares to the national average electrical engineer range of $59,000 to $109,000.

Average electrical engineer salary in San Mateo, CA

$105,000

What are the biggest employers of Electrical Engineers in San Mateo, CA?

The biggest employers of Electrical Engineers in San Mateo, CA are:
  1. Brilliant
  2. Joby Aviation
  3. Skydio
  4. Vertex
  5. ManpowerGroup
  6. Pilgrim's
  7. Aetherflux
  8. Chariot Defense
  9. Insight Global
  10. Mechatronic Search
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