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Staff/ Senior Systems Integration Engineer

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Span

Span

201-500 employees

Smart electrical panel for energy management

Energy
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$145k - $175kAnnually

+ Equity + Variable Compensation

Mid

San Francisco, CA, USA

Category
Control Systems Engineering
Embedded Systems Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Power Systems Engineering
Required Skills
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • Interpersonal skills:
  • Communication -- can convey complex ideas for a variety of audiences in written, diagrammatic, and verbal formats.
  • Collaborative spirit -- can work independently within a team and cross functionally across multiple disciplines.
  • Thirst for knowledge -- excited to learn new things and dive deep at the edge and outside of one's comfort zone
  • Bachelor’s degree in related program such as electrical engineering, or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years' experience with line voltage or high voltage DC (400-600 VDC: ESS, Solar, Level 3+ EVSE charging)
  • First-rate understanding of electromagnetism, power electronics, and electrical engineering fundamentals; comfort reading PCBA schematics
  • Experience with command line interface (CLI) tools and general linux comfort
  • Comfort using and reasoning about all manner of communications protocols (REST, CAN, Modbus, etc)
  • Extensive experience using oscilloscopes and other electrical instrumentation (logic analyzer, power analyzer, etc)
  • Solid hands-on electrical skills (wiring, soldering, etc)
Responsibilities
  • Work cross-functionally with the product, firmware and software teams to design integration plans: review requirements, write test plans, design test rigs, automate testing. This will be a mix of planning and hands-on execution work.
  • Take point on lab testing: verify that systems work; try to break things; characterize the integrated system (e.g. response time)
  • Reproduce and root-cause issues; work with the other teams to develop and test fixes
  • *Note: We’re a startup, so while this list is broad, it’s still just a start; you’ll end up wearing many hats during your time at SPAN.*

Span provides solutions for homeowners to manage and reduce their energy costs through its main product, the SPAN Panel. This smart electrical panel allows users to monitor and control their energy usage on a circuit-by-circuit basis via the SPAN Home App. The panel integrates with existing home energy systems, including storage systems and electric vehicle (EV) chargers, enabling homeowners to schedule EV charging during off-peak hours and prioritize essential circuits during power outages. Span's approach focuses on helping homeowners save on energy bills, claiming potential reductions of 15% in costs and extending battery life by 40%. Unlike competitors, Span offers a program for electricians to become SPAN Authorized Installers, providing them with training and support, which also helps expand the company's reach. The goal of Span is to empower homeowners, especially those in older homes, to upgrade their energy systems efficiently and cost-effectively.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$220M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

37%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Span.io's collaboration with Jabil ensures the ability to meet accelerating demand with high-quality manufacturing.
  • The expanded product family and strategic partnerships aim to electrify 10 million U.S. homes by 2030, indicating significant growth potential.
  • The partnership with PulteGroup and other homebuilders positions Span.io as a preferred energy management solution, potentially leading to widespread adoption.

What critics are saying

  • The need for extensive partnerships and collaborations may lead to dependency on external entities, affecting Span.io's operational autonomy.
  • The competitive landscape in smart home energy management is intensifying, requiring continuous innovation to maintain market position.

What makes Span unique

  • Span.io's SPAN Panel offers real-time, circuit-by-circuit energy management, a feature not commonly found in traditional electrical panels.
  • The company's focus on integrating with existing home energy systems, including EV chargers and storage systems, sets it apart from competitors who may require more extensive home upgrades.
  • Partnerships with global leaders like Jabil and strategic alliances with homebuilders and utilities enhance Span.io's ability to scale and meet diverse customer needs.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

6-month parental leave

Unlimited PTO

Teambuilding & career growth