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Sr. Electrical Engineer, Electric Motor Controls
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Overview
The Carbon Robotics LaserWeeder leverages advanced robotics, computer vision, AI/deep learning, and lasers to eliminate weeds with sub-millimeter accuracy — all without herbicides. This innovative solution reduces environmental impact, promotes soil health, and helps farmers address labor shortages and rising costs. Designed in Seattle and built in Richland, Washington, the LaserWeeder is setting a new standard for automated weed control. Carbon Robotics has raised funding from investors including Bond, NVentures (NVIDIA's venture arm), Anthos Capital, Fuse Venture Capital, Ignition Partners, Revolution, Sozo Ventures, and Voyager Capital. Carbon Robotics works to deliver for customers with a bias for action and a focus on reliable and safe products.
As a Sr. Electrical Engineer, Electric Motor Controls at Carbon Robotics, you will lead the design of high-power motor control systems for our diesel-electric platform. You will architect traction motor drives and optimize power management between the diesel generator and electric drive motors. From developing robust control algorithms to field testing on working farms, you will work to ensure our customers have reliable and safe products.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with Mechanical Powertrain engineers to define and select core components including diesel engine, generator, ECUs, start/standby batteries, and more for upcoming projects.
Design high-power motor control systems for traction drives, linear actuation, and other industrial motion needs.
Develop control strategies for power management between diesel generator and multiple motor loads.
Design/integrate inverters and motor controllers capable of handling 100+ kW traction motors.
Create torque vectoring and traction control algorithms for optimal field performance.
Integrate motor control systems with vehicle CAN bus networks and tractor control units.
Collaborate with Mechanical Engineers on thermal management systems for high-power motor drives operating in harsh agricultural environments.
Validate motor control performance under real farming conditions including heavy loads and variable terrain.
Produce high quality documentation for a multidisciplinary engineering setting.
Travel to the field to test, validate, and support agricultural equipment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for Success
5-15 years of experience with high-power motor control systems (50kW+) in automotive or heavy equipment.
High proficiency in CAD, wiring, and PCB layout tools.
Expertise in traction motor control, regenerative braking, and hybrid powertrain systems.
Experience with high-voltage DC systems (400-800V) and associated safety protocols.
Proficiency in automotive communication protocols (CAN, J1939) and vehicle integration.
Strong background in power electronics for high-current motor drives and thermal management.
Experience with diesel-electric or hybrid vehicle architectures and power flow optimization.
Knowledge of automotive/agricultural durability requirements and validation testing procedures.
Desire to have functional safety standards (ISO 26262, ISO 25119) for agricultural vehicles.
Experience as a Responsible Engineer or IPT lead is highly desirable.
Willingness to travel ~10% to support products in production and field environments, with the ability to work with internal and external stakeholders/customers.
BS+ in Electrical Engineering with focus on power electronics, motor drives, or automotive systems.
Compensation and Benefits Carbon Robotics follows equitable hiring practices. The compensation range is based on a target budgeted base salary and may vary with relevant experience and role responsibilities. Base pay ranges are reviewed each year. In addition to base pay, candidates may be eligible for benefits premiums, pre-IPO stock options, and on-target earnings commissions where applicable. Internationally based employees’ benefits vary; contractors are not eligible for Carbon Robotics benefits or stock. The published salary range is $150,000—$205,000 USD.
Why join Carbon Robotics? Passion for building teams capable of solving uniquely interesting problems. Innovation while disrupting the market is what we do. Carbon Robotics is profiled in WSJ and Forbes and aims to be a leading company in the rapidly growing worldwide Ag-Tech industry.
Equal Opportunity Carbon Robotics is building a culture of diversity and inclusion. We welcome everyone's voice and believe in open and transparent communication. Employment is determined based on capabilities and qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, gender identity, marital status, military status, disability, age, or other protected classes as established by law.
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As a Sr. Electrical Engineer, Electric Motor Controls at Carbon Robotics, you will lead the design of high-power motor control systems for our diesel-electric platform. You will architect traction motor drives and optimize power management between the diesel generator and electric drive motors. From developing robust control algorithms to field testing on working farms, you will work to ensure our customers have reliable and safe products.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with Mechanical Powertrain engineers to define and select core components including diesel engine, generator, ECUs, start/standby batteries, and more for upcoming projects.
Design high-power motor control systems for traction drives, linear actuation, and other industrial motion needs.
Develop control strategies for power management between diesel generator and multiple motor loads.
Design/integrate inverters and motor controllers capable of handling 100+ kW traction motors.
Create torque vectoring and traction control algorithms for optimal field performance.
Integrate motor control systems with vehicle CAN bus networks and tractor control units.
Collaborate with Mechanical Engineers on thermal management systems for high-power motor drives operating in harsh agricultural environments.
Validate motor control performance under real farming conditions including heavy loads and variable terrain.
Produce high quality documentation for a multidisciplinary engineering setting.
Travel to the field to test, validate, and support agricultural equipment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for Success
5-15 years of experience with high-power motor control systems (50kW+) in automotive or heavy equipment.
High proficiency in CAD, wiring, and PCB layout tools.
Expertise in traction motor control, regenerative braking, and hybrid powertrain systems.
Experience with high-voltage DC systems (400-800V) and associated safety protocols.
Proficiency in automotive communication protocols (CAN, J1939) and vehicle integration.
Strong background in power electronics for high-current motor drives and thermal management.
Experience with diesel-electric or hybrid vehicle architectures and power flow optimization.
Knowledge of automotive/agricultural durability requirements and validation testing procedures.
Desire to have functional safety standards (ISO 26262, ISO 25119) for agricultural vehicles.
Experience as a Responsible Engineer or IPT lead is highly desirable.
Willingness to travel ~10% to support products in production and field environments, with the ability to work with internal and external stakeholders/customers.
BS+ in Electrical Engineering with focus on power electronics, motor drives, or automotive systems.
Compensation and Benefits Carbon Robotics follows equitable hiring practices. The compensation range is based on a target budgeted base salary and may vary with relevant experience and role responsibilities. Base pay ranges are reviewed each year. In addition to base pay, candidates may be eligible for benefits premiums, pre-IPO stock options, and on-target earnings commissions where applicable. Internationally based employees’ benefits vary; contractors are not eligible for Carbon Robotics benefits or stock. The published salary range is $150,000—$205,000 USD.
Why join Carbon Robotics? Passion for building teams capable of solving uniquely interesting problems. Innovation while disrupting the market is what we do. Carbon Robotics is profiled in WSJ and Forbes and aims to be a leading company in the rapidly growing worldwide Ag-Tech industry.
Equal Opportunity Carbon Robotics is building a culture of diversity and inclusion. We welcome everyone's voice and believe in open and transparent communication. Employment is determined based on capabilities and qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, gender identity, marital status, military status, disability, age, or other protected classes as established by law.
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