Sr. Electrical Engineer - Houston, TX

About ErthSearch

ErthSearch is a recruitment agency specializing in placing top talent at CleanTech startups and scaleups in the U.S.

We believe the need for the right people is core to building a successful venture, and failure is not an option in the climate fight.

The challenge: recruitment fees are often prohibitive. We are here to change that. Our cost model is transparent and affordable, so you can get the best talent on the market without it costing you an arm and a leg.

Reach out if you want a genuine hiring partner – not another mercenary.

About Our Client

ErthSearch is working with a fast-growing, seed-funded (recently closed $6M) ClimateTech startup of 15 people, a NASA tech spinout, with a strong public brand. They have a pilot unit in the field and significant market pull, including interest from the biggest HVAC distributor in the US and a large manufacturing partner. They are expanding their team and are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to bring in-house electrical engineering and controls expertise.

The Role

• A senior electrical engineer that will be responsible in designing and integrating control systems/automations for compressors, pumps, fans, and associated sensors.
• Will serve as the primary Electrical Engineer/Controls Engineer, guiding products through integration and ensuring manufacturability.
• Drive products through the New Product Introduction (NPI)/New Product Development (NPD) process.
• Will be heavily involved in UL/ETL certification processes.

Qualifications & Skills Required

• 7+ years of HVAC or automotive product design experience
• B.S, M.S, or PhD in electrical engineering, mechatronics engineering, or relatedfield.
• Proven experience designing control systems that have gone through production.
• Demonstrated experience guiding products through the NPI/NPD process.
• Experience with UL 60335-2-40 (for heat pumps, air conditioners, and dehumidifiers) and UL 1995 (for heating and cooling equipment).
• Experience designing packaged equipment (residential or light commercial), preferably HVAC, but also open to other 115V, 230V, or 460V AC-powered appliances.
• Ability to design circuit boards, communicate design parameters to PCB suppliers, and experience with wiring harnesses.
• Strong technical acumen with CAD programs, microcontrollers, and electrical control technologies

Nice to Have

• "Get things done" attitude and a willingness to work in a startup environment where no job is too small.
• A forward-thinking and proactive approach to work.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• ​​Equity in the company
• Health, dental and vision insurance for employees
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Flexible time off
• Growth potential

Note: This role requires US-Working Rights.

Application

If you are interested in this role and believe you are a good fit (ie: have designed control systems that have gone through production, experience with NPI/NPD, and relevant UL certifications) apply today. If you have any problems applying, you can reach out to silas@erthtechtalent.com with your updated resume and reason for interest.