Electrical Engineer (Contractor)

Zeno Power • Seattle, WA

28d • $65 - $75 • Hybrid

About The Position

Zeno is seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineer to support the mission-oriented efforts of developing and bringing to market Radioisotope Power Systems (RPS) technologies. The Electrical Engineer will report to the Mechanical Engineering Manager.
In this role you will:
Work closely with a team of engineers to support the design, testing, and manufacturing of electrical components supporting each project.
Interface with the mechanical, structural, thermal, and nuclear teams to implement and optimize designs based on system requirements.
Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of complex control systems in both R&D and production settings.
Review designs for control systems, power distribution, power conversion, battery systems, and data communication.
Design test racks including data acquisition systems, power supply, communications, sensors, and grounding schemes.
Develop and review documentation relating to electrical subsystems including Specifications, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Bill of Materials (BOMs), Test Plans & Procedures, and Test Reports.
Support Project Supplier work through SME review of supplier designs, fabrication activities, and testing.
Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent from an accredited university with 7+ years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficient with controls, electrical diagram, and harness design programs (LTspice, Altium, Solidworks or similar).
• Proficient in LabVIEW development, including modular VI architecture, state machines, and event-driven programming for real-time data acquisition and test system control.
• Proficient in the use of standard electronic lab test equipment (oscilloscopes, DMMs, power meters, data acquisition cards, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to work with hardware, including tasks such as soldering, assembling wiring harnesses, and constructing test racks.
• Familiarity with communication protocols common in aerospace applications and extreme environments.
• Familiarity with environmental tests as they affect electrical components (EMI/EMC, vibration, thermal vacuum, etc.).
• Experience performing activities under a quality standard (such as NQA-1, AS 9100, or similar).
• Candidate must be a self-starter and possess required skills to coordinate and contribute to design effort with minimal direction.
• Can meet deadlines and perform under pressure in an uncertain environment.
• Capable of working independently or as part of a team, with clear communication and collaboration skills
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Applicants for employment at Zeno Power must be a U.S. person. The term “U.S. Person” means (i) a U.S citizen or U.S. national; or (ii) any natural person who is a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e., holds a Green Card), as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or as a “protected individual” defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e., admitted as a refugee or is granted asylum).

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the aerospace and/or nuclear industry is desired.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with a team of engineers to support the design, testing, and manufacturing of electrical components supporting each project.
• Interface with the mechanical, structural, thermal, and nuclear teams to implement and optimize designs based on system requirements.
• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of complex control systems in both R&D and production settings.
• Review designs for control systems, power distribution, power conversion, battery systems, and data communication.
• Design test racks including data acquisition systems, power supply, communications, sensors, and grounding schemes.
• Develop and review documentation relating to electrical subsystems including Specifications, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Bill of Materials (BOMs), Test Plans & Procedures, and Test Reports.
• Support Project Supplier work through SME review of supplier designs, fabrication activities, and testing.
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees