Job Description
Utilidata is a fast-growing energy technology company using distributed artificial intelligence (AI) to accelerate the clean energy transition and better serve utility customers. As the electric grid becomes more complex with the rapid increase of electric vehicles, distributed solar, batteries, heat pumps and extreme weather, utilities need real-time visibility of grid conditions. Utilidata’s distributed AI platform, powered by our custom NVIDIA chip, is transforming the way utility companies operate with real-time visibility at the grid edge to better utilize customer energy resources, reduce power outages, and enable quicker storm recovery.
We are expanding our diverse team of experts and looking for electrical design engineers who are mission-driven, collaborative, and adaptive. This role requires operating at the nexus of embedded systems engineering, power systems engineering, data science, algorithms, rapid prototyping, and hardware certification. This is a hybrid position based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Candidates will be expected to report in-person for a portion of the work week and collaborate cross-functionally with remote teams based across the country.
Responsibilities - Test, validate, and debug mixed-signal and sensing electronics
- Coordinate prototyping of PCBs and enclosures including in-house assembly and modification as needed
- Coordinate work with contract manufacturers to build state-of-the-art grid edge metering hardware correctly and on schedule
- Write internal assembly, test, and quality procedures and external support documentation
- Collaborate with algorithms, software, and product teams to evaluate, process, and derive insights from data generated on the grid edge using statistics, algorithms, machine learning, subject-matter expertise, and critical thinking
- Conduct background research on utility/customer requirements, UL/FCC standards, sensor technologies, component datasheets, and competitive products
- Support the design of state-of-the-art grid-edge metering hardware incorporating complex electronic circuits with analog, digital, microcontroller, and wireless/IoT components
- Support the design, simulation, layout, validation, and documentation of mixed-signal electronic circuits for grid edge sensing and computing
Minimum Qualifications - 2+ years of relevant industry experience
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, computer science or similar field OR equivalent training and on the job experience
- Deep understanding of analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuit design
- Experience with Python, MATLAB, Altium, C/C++, Verilog
- Familiarity with existing electronics industry supply chains and issues, sourcing of PCB components, and contracting PCB prototyping and manufacturing services
- Proficient with signal integrity and medium/high-speed time and frequency domain testing using oscilloscopes and signal analyzers
- Ability to acquire and process data and present outcomes graphically
- Detail oriented, highly organized, and able to document work
- Strong written and oral communication skills
Enhanced Qualifications (Nice to Have) - Circuit design and layout – power supply design, communication protocols (SPI, QSPI, I2C), microcontroller selection, wireless comms, low-noise instrumentation, etc.
- Understanding of the physics, mathematics, and hardware components which underlie the existing U.S. electricity grid and evolving domestic/commercial power systems
- Experience pursuing IEC, UL, FCC, CE and other relevant industry certifications
- Experience integrating current measurement, surge protection, and other modular components into complex electronic assemblies
- Knowledge of strategies for thermal management and weatherproofing of outdoor hardware
- Experience with ML, IoT, AI SOMs (AMD/XILINX Kria, NVIDIA Jetson, etc.)
- Experience with EV charging, PV inverter, and backup battery protocols/standards
Salary Range: $90,000 to $110,000 depending on experience
Location: This is a hybrid position that will spend approximately three days per week working out of Utilidata’s Innovation Lab in Ann Arbor, MI.
Our Commitments: Utilidata values the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or childbirth, sexual orientation, genetics, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.
We are committed to:
- Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is welcoming, supportive, affirming and respectful
- Empowering employees to solve problems and work together to make a difference
- Providing mentorship and growth opportunities as part of a collaborative team
- A flexible work environment with flexible paid time off
- Competitive compensation and benefits, including health, dental, vision, and employer-match 401k
Job Tags
Full time, Contract work, Local area, Remote job, Outdoor, Flexible hours, 3 days per week,