Electrical Engineer, Platforms - Corsair

The role

This person will design, specify, implement, and validate vessel or vehicle power systems. They will develop ruggedized electrical power generation and distribution architectures for autonomous maritime platforms.

What you will do

• Lead the design, specification, and validation of power generation, distribution, and conversion systems
• Develop and document system requirements and specifications for power subsystems and components
• Create engineering drawings such as one-line diagrams, schematics, and wiring diagrams
• Create and review engineering analyses including electric power load analyses, short-circuit calculations, and harmonic analyses
• Evaluate and select or design components for reliable operation in harsh environments
• Conduct trade studies and benchmarking of commercially available systems
• Design and validate system architectures to optimize reliability and environmental protection
• Collaborate with mechanical, software, and autonomy teams
• Support prototype builds, troubleshooting, and commissioning through lab and field testing
• Mentor junior engineers in power system fundamentals and ruggedization techniques

Required qualifications

• Experience in marine, defense, automotive, aerospace, or mining vehicle design
• Familiarity with AC (120/240/480V) power distribution architectures
• Experience with power control methods such as generator controls, electrical interlocks, and remote monitoring
• Experience with fieldbus protocols such as ethernet, CAN, RS485, RS232, and similar
• Experience with reliability analysis tools (FMEA, FTA, or reliability block diagrams)
• Knowledge of electrical safety and certification standards, such as UL, CE, or ABS requirements

Nice to have

• Exposure to autonomous or remote system architectures

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents
• Generous PTO and Holidays
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Competitive Salary with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Equity options
• Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline
• Free lunch benefit
• Unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Before you apply

• Requires access to export-controlled information or items that require U.S. Person status
• U.S. Person status defined as U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, or certain protected classes asylees and refugees

About the company

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, developing solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.