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Senior Electrical Engineer

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Dexterity

Dexterity

201-500 employees

AI-powered robotic solutions for logistics automation

Consulting
Robotics & Automation
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$135k - $172kAnnually

+ Comprehensive benefits + Equity

Senior

San Carlos, CA, USA

Position requires onsite presence in Redwood City, California.

Category
Control Systems Engineering
Electronics Design Engineering
Embedded Systems Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Required Skills
CAD
Agile
Requirements
  • BS or higher in Electrical Engineering, related discipline, or equivalent experience.
  • 10 or more years of related work experience including a track record of taking a product from conception to volume manufacturing.
  • Experience with motors, servo drivers, sensors, communication protocols (EtherCAT, CANBUS, etc.), robot arms, and controllers.
  • Experience with lab test instruments such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, DC loads, power supplies, spectrum analyzers, etc.
  • Experience with circuit design including analog circuits, digital logic, high-speed signals, filtering, high-voltage circuits, etc.
  • Experience using eCAD tools for designing electrical systems and schematics.
  • Experience with hardware product certification processes, best design practices for compliance, and standards (FCC, NFPA 79, UL, CE, IEC).
  • Experience in troubleshooting control systems, PCBAs, and electrical system issues.
  • Familiar with Hardware Product Life Cycle stages and product lifecycle management tools and processes from concept to volume manufacturing.
  • Familiar with using a PLM system (Arena, Agile, Teamcenter) for the development life cycle on a day-to-day basis.
  • Experience working with engineering off-shore subcontractors, vendors, and global contract manufacturers.
  • Experience with power electronics design (motor drive, SMPS, inverters) and practical experience in battery-powered systems design - an advantage.
  • Experience with electronics for industrial automation such as PLCs, functional safety modules, and safety sensors - an advantage.
  • Strong technical writing skills and ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical functions.
  • Able to work on multiple projects and global engineering teams concurrently with great attention to detail.
  • Fast learner, can autonomously translate learning into execution.
Responsibilities
  • Own the architecture and design of electrical systems for robotic automation products, ensuring reliability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Own components selection and their integration into the design, ensuring safe and optimal functionality.
  • Design for signal integrity, minimize noise interference and establish effective grounding practices to maintain system performance and reliability.
  • Utilize advanced eCAD tools to meticulously create and review electrical schematics, ensuring alignment with product requirements, mechanical considerations, and adherence to electrical safety standards.
  • Create wiring configurations and harness designs for reliable electrical performance, ease of assembly, and serviceability.
  • Write and maintain design documentation that clearly communicates design considerations and trade-offs.
  • Support the initial product installations at customer facilities, including troubleshooting and training.
  • Collaborate with the Mechanical engineering counterparts to ensure seamless integration of electrical modules/PCBAs and harnesses into the product CAD designs.
  • Collaborate with Hardware Test engineers to develop and execute robust testing plans to verify the functionality and performance of electrical systems, analyzing test results to drive continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate with Manufacturing engineers (internal/external) to ensure accuracy in BOM, define and oversee assembly and testing processes, and troubleshoot any electrical system issues to unblock manufacturing.
  • Engage in cross-functional collaboration with Mechatronics engineers to facilitate the development and integration of drivers essential for operation and communication within the robotics solutions.
  • Work with design partners or ODMs to jointly develop next-generation HW components to optimize the performance and cost of our products.

Dexterity.ai develops AI-powered robotic technology aimed at improving logistics and supply chain management, particularly in trailer loading. Their robots autonomously pick and induct parcels into sorting systems at speeds faster than humans. A key feature of their technology is its ability to understand the environment in real-time without needing external data feeds or software integration, making it adaptable for various operations. Dexterity.ai serves a range of clients, from small businesses to large corporations like FedEx, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency, employee safety, and attracting talent through automation. They generate revenue by selling their robotic solutions and providing consultation services for technology integration, with the goal of transforming the logistics industry into a safer and more efficient environment.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$204.4M

Headquarters

Redwood City, California

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

6%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Collaborations with industry giants like FedEx and GXO Logistics highlight Dexterity.ai's credibility and potential for large-scale impact.
  • The introduction of the Robotic Print and Apply Palletizer and the 3.0 release of their Palletizing and Depalletizing software demonstrate continuous innovation and product enhancement.
  • Expanding operations into Europe, the Middle East, and Africa indicates strong growth potential and market expansion.

What critics are saying

  • The logistics and supply chain robotics market is highly competitive, requiring Dexterity.ai to continuously innovate to maintain its edge.
  • Dependence on large clients like FedEx could pose a risk if these partnerships were to dissolve.

What makes Dexterity unique

  • Dexterity.ai's robots offer real-time environmental understanding without needing data feeds or warehouse software integration, making them highly adaptable and easy to implement.
  • Their focus on logistics and supply chain management, particularly in trailer loading, sets them apart from other AI robotics companies that may have a broader or different focus.
  • Dexterity.ai's ability to self-train and improve performance autonomously enhances operational efficiency and safety, a significant advantage over traditional robotic solutions.

Benefits

Flexible vacation time

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Retirement plan

Wellbeing & fitness offerings

Insurance programs

Discounts & perks