Senior Electrical Engineer
Lead the electrical design and integration of innovative robots at Collaborative Robotics in Santa Clara.
Posted by employer 2 days ago
First seen on Joblaze 2 days ago
Last verified on the company career page 4 hours ago
What you'll build
- Drive electrical design and integration for innovative robots
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams
- Develop testing and validation methodologies
- Engage with partner engineering teams
Must have
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- 5+ years of professional experience in electrical design
- Expertise in component selection, schematic capture, and PCB layout
- Strong background in debugging and testing complex electrical designs
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- US work authorization
Nice to have
- 7+ years of experience in electrical and electronic design
- Proficiency in system architecture and requirements capture
- Experience selecting sensors for complex electromechanical products
- Expertise in developing and executing electrical validation plans
Practical constraints
- Willing to occasionally travel
Requirements
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- No sponsorship (stated in posting)
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The Senior Electrical Engineer at Collaborative Robotics is responsible for leading the design, integration, and debugging of advanced robotic electrical systems. This role requires expertise in component selection, PCB layout, and a strong grasp of hardware design principles, particularly in complex environments. Ideal candidates will have over five years of experience in electrical engineering, preferably within robotics, and should thrive in a collaborative startup atmosphere. The position involves close teamwork with various engineering disciplines to ensure the reliability and performance of innovative robotic solutions.
Joblaze insights
- Listed 2 days ago — first seen on Joblaze September 19, 2026. Last confirmed on Collaborative Robotics's careers page September 21, 2026.
- Salary band is above the typical range for comparable tech roles (median ~$126,887).
- Starts above 88% of 1143 comparable senior other roles in United States we track (median $143,000 across 183 companies).
Quick facts
- Is the Senior Electrical Engineer role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Santa Clara.
- What's the salary range?
- Collaborative Robotics lists $195,000–$215,000 for this role.
- How much experience is required?
- 5–7 years of relevant experience for this Senior Electrical Engineer role.
- Where is the role based?
- Collaborative Robotics is hiring for this position in Santa Clara.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Collaborative Robotics targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Senior Electrical Engineer role at Collaborative Robotics.
From the original posting
Are you passionate about pioneering the future of human-robot interaction? Are you skilled at electrical engineering with a vision to innovate and refine complex robotic systems?
We are on the lookout for a talented Electrical Engineer to lead the electrical design, integration, and debugging of novel robots. This role presents a unique opportunity to spearhead the development of our electrical system, select cutting-edge technologies, and drive reliability in cutting-edge robots. You will be working closely with a dedicated team to bring our electrical designs from prototype to production, ensuring our robots can seamlessly integrate into human environments.
This role is located at our Santa Clara, CA headquarters.
Cobot will offer a relocation stipend if you are relocating to join our Santa Clara office and currently live more than 50 miles outside of the office location.
Key Responsibilities:
Drive electrical design and integration for our innovative robots, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams, including mechanical, supply chain, software, firmware, and manufacturing, to debug and refine full system designs.
Drive the development of testing and validation methodologies to guarantee the efficacy and safety of our electrical systems.
Engage with partner engineering teams to streamline the electrical design process, from component selection to PCB layout and system bring-up.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in electrical design and execution.
Proven expertise in component selection, schematic capture, and PCB layout for custom boards.
Strong background in debugging and testing complex electrical designs, with a deep understanding of hardware design principles including Signal Integrity and Power Integrity.
Experience collaborating with engineering teams across mechanical, thermal, software, firmware, manufacturing, and testing disciplines.
Willing to occasionally travel.
Must have and maintain US work authorization.
Preferred Qualifications:
7+ years of experience in electrical and electronic design, preferably in robotics or similar complex systems.
Proficiency in system architecture, requirements capture, and system analysis.
Demonstrated experience selecting sensors for complex electromechanical products.
Expertise in developing and executing electrical validation plans.
The base salary range for this position is $195K–$215K plus equity and comprehensive benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role and experience level. The range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position in the noted geographic area. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
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