Junior R&D Hardware Engineer

Laminar • Somerville, MA

7d • $70,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Transforming our most foundational sectors of society is hard. Very hard. But we’re building an empire. And empire building is not easy. It’s deeply fulfilling, and you will learn and grow tremendously while driving sustainable impact globally with some of the largest players that make everything we eat, use, and wear. Our culture is to foster extraordinary growth within our teammates. We believe in autonomy, ownership, empowerment, demanding excellence, being mission-driven. We believe in creativity, authenticity, and extraordinary growth. We’re looking for relentless, ambitious, creative, and exceptional people to join our team and build the factory of the future. We’re seeking an entry level Hardware Engineer whose work will focus on new system Research and Development. You will work closely with Senior Engineers across both the Hardware and Embedded Systems teams to rapidly evaluate new technologies, test performance of sensing systems, and integrate them into field prototypes. This role will perform PCB design, assembly and testing along with basic firmware development. We value a self-sufficient, hands-on engineer who isn’t afraid to ask questions and learns new skills quickly. Your work will directly impact our hardware product design, improve prototype iteration speed, and help Laminar to save more resources every day.

Requirements

• 1-5 years (entry level) experience in electronics design, mechanical design, and data analysis
• Electronics experience: PCB SMD and THT soldering, rework, troubleshooting, oscilloscope use, digital signal analysis
• Ability to read and debug electrical schematics
• Basic coding experience: Python, C, C++
• Generalist mindset: comfortable working with all parts of electromechanical assemblies, data logging, as well as system-level topics
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Clear, efficient, and respectful communicator, good at balancing multiple projects and shifting priorities

Nice To Haves

• Extensive project or work experience in electronics design, chemical process engineering or
• Experience working with PCB contract manufacturers, machine shops both domestic and international
• PCB design experience with microcontrollers, industrial communications protocols and analog electronics combined
• Significant prior experience navigating the balance between “move fast and break things, but not the important things”
• Experience with Zephyr RTOS

Responsibilities

• Design protype PCBs from commercially available and custom sensors using KiCAD, Solidworks, and simulation softwares such as PSPICE
• Develop and implement test strategies alongside the Laminar Data Analysis team. Collect and present this data in informal and formal reviews to allow for rapid analysis and sensor comparisons.
• Assemble complex PCBAs using reflow soldering techniques. Rework non-functional units and perform modifications as needed during board bringup.
• Work closely with Hardware and Operations teams to improve component accounting and tracking
• Integrate sensors to established testing platform using Zephyr RTOS
• Bring new ideas and creatively pursue new approaches to product sensing to solve critical problems for our clients.
• Contribute to the overall hardware team by providing design, assembly, and debug assistance on multiple projects

Benefits

• Direct impact on product and culture.
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, Transportation benefit, Health and Wellness benefit, and more.
• 401k plan with employer matching
• Equity
• Competitive salary and bonus opportunities.
• Dynamic and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunities for growth and professional development.
• Access to Greentown Labs' extensive network of cleantech startups.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed