Full-Time
Firmware and Electrical Engineering Lead
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
REEKON Tools
11-50 employees
Designs and manufactures advanced measurement tools
Senior, Expert
Boston, MA, USA
This is a fully in-person role at our Boston office.
You match the following REEKON Tools's candidate preferences
Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:
- Practical Experience in Electrical Design - designing schematics through PCBs and getting them manufactured for high volume consumer electronics.
- Practical Experience in Embedded Systems and their architecture. Can design, program, and debug bare-metal (C/C++) or RTOS (Zephyr) architectures.
- Python, Unix/Linux
- Front end software development
- Fabricating physical prototypes (3D Printing, laser cutting, etc.)
- Lead efforts on the firmware and electrical engineering fronts both as a leader and as a contributor
- Architect systems designed to leverage novel sensors, components, and meet product requirements
- Implement systems integrations of sensors, displays, and microcontrollers into prototypes transitioned to high volume products
- Working with our cross functional engineering team in developing new hardware products with tightly integrated mechanical and electrical elements controlled by embedded software.
- Conduct explorations of new technology and sensors to be used in future products
- Comfortable in conducting independent research and explorations
- Design circuits and system architecture for next-generation tools
- Organize and maintain BOMs
- Creative Mindset to Solve Difficult Problems and navigate a variety of inherent startup constraints working on novel products.
- Embracing hustle and intensity - this isn’t a 9-5 role and a successful partner for this role is willing to put in the work necessary to help achieve our collective goals.
- Strategize and execute - as a startup, you should be just as comfortable spending the time to come up with great designs and decisions as well as execute.
- Grow and Mentor Teams - we have a diverse and highly talented team of engineers and take pride in growing younger team members to take on increasingly complex challenges.
- Ability to Close the Loop and Ship Features and Products - We make high volume consumer hardware products and our ability to ship great products, features, and updates are paramount to delivering the standard.
- Detail Oriented - Communicate clearly and well and can breakdown complex problems to formulate prioritzations for you and your team.
- Interest in working in person - this is a fully in person role at our Boston office working with our collaborative hardware engineering team.
REEKON Tools focuses on improving the power and measurement tool industry by combining modern technology with traditional tools. Their main product, the M1 Caliber, is a measuring tool that attaches to saw fences and displays precise measurements on a large, backlit LCD screen. This device allows users to measure materials quickly and accurately, achieving precision within 0.02 inches (0.5 mm) and performing up to three times faster than traditional methods. REEKON Tools targets professionals in construction, carpentry, and fabrication who need reliable measurement solutions. Unlike competitors, REEKON Tools emphasizes direct sales and may partner with retailers to broaden their market presence. The company's goal is to enhance productivity and accuracy for professionals in various industries.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
Seed
Total Funding
$3.7M
Headquarters
Boston, Massachusetts
Founded
2020
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Growing demand for precision tools in carpentry and fabrication boosts market potential.
- Expansion of e-commerce platforms enhances direct-to-consumer sales opportunities.
- Advancements in battery technology improve power tool performance and appeal.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition from established manufacturers integrating similar technologies.
- Potential patent disputes could lead to costly legal battles.
- Supply chain vulnerabilities may cause production delays for advanced materials.
What makes REEKON Tools unique
- M1 Caliber offers precision within 0.02 inches, enhancing measurement accuracy.
- Integrates modern technology with traditional tools for improved speed and functionality.
- Focuses on direct sales, providing innovative tools directly to end-users.
Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?