Electrical Systems Engineer

What we're building

Our vision is to electrify all waterborne vessels, and we're starting with electric water sport boats.

Gas boats dominate today's marine industry not because of great product offerings but because of a lack of better alternatives. Boaters have grown accustomed to vehicles that feel stuck in the 1980s: unreliable, expensive, loud, noxious, and a nightmare to own and operate. They're also awful for the water and air they reside in.

By contrast, electric boats are superior in nearly every way: not only are they far more reliable and less costly to operate, but they're also quieter, quicker, and cleaner, with no fumes or pollutants. However, they've been held back by both the technology and the talent to make them truly competitive with gas alternatives. That's Arc's opportunity.

Using modern, aerospace- and automotive-inspired techniques, we're building our hulls, batteries, cooling systems, firmware, and software together to deliver the next generation of watercraft.

What we're looking for

We're looking for someone that is excited by our vision, eager for a challenge, and willing to learn on the job. We pride ourselves on transparency and operate in a lean, high-trust environment that encourages everyone to take ownership over their domain

You will be a full-time member of our Electrical Engineering team and will work from our manufacturing facility in Torrance, CA. Given that we're a startup, you will be working in a fast-moving, dynamic environment that requires adaptability. That said, here are some responsibilities and qualifications we expect to stay relatively constant for this role.

Core responsibilities

Contributing to vehicle level integrations from prototype to production

Defining technical requirements and specifications of vehicle systems and components

Architecture design of systems; power & communication topologies, control schemes, failure modes & responses

Designing and prototyping systems such as the battery packs, camera systems, power distribution, and related electrical integrations

Getting hands on with wiring, testing, and debugging both high and low voltage systems

Working closely with mechanical and manufacturing teams to bring the product to market

Working with internal teams & suppliers for component design, testing, and evaluation

Requirements

Basic qualifications

Solid electrical fundamentals and electrical engineering knowledge

Experience with design and fabrication in production environments

Hands on experience for hardware development and troubleshooting

Bonus qualifications

Familiar with MATLAB, Simulink, LTSPICE and other specialized tools

Experience with automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, etc)

Familiarity with marine or automotive ISO or IEC standards

Experience with harness design process (CAD routing, schematic & formboard creation, improving manufacturability & install, etc)

Experience in PCB design, using schematic capture and layout tools

Familiar with firmware development for unit testing and integration

Experience in Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) process

Ability to articulate and defend engineering decisions

Clear written and verbal communication

Strong time management skills

At Arc, we encourage diversity and consider all qualified applicants equally for employment, regardless of background, identity, or status. You're always welcome to reach out even if you don't meet many of these qualifications. Passion and aptitude make up for a lot.

Benefits

What we value

We value these five things above all else:

Ownership over both your work and the company's success

Empathy for colleagues and for customers

Humility in problem solving and collaboration

Pragmatism for navigating ambiguity quickly and sensibly

Inclusion of different backgrounds, opinions, cultures, etc.

Given that we work in a sometimes intense or stressful environment, it's vital that our values align. We'd be happy to elaborate on any or all of these during the interview process.

What you'll get

Talented teammates that challenge you to be better

Access and often input to a wide range of business activities

Salary between $105,000-$190,000

Semi-annual bonuses tied to impact

A meaningful equity stake

An opportunity to have an outsized impact on industry-defining vehicles

The ability to drive positive environmental change through your work

Nearly free health insurance (we cover 99%) and a 401k

Generous parental leave

Daily lunches, plenty of snacks, lots of swag, and more

Boat rides.

Hope to hear from you soon.

The crew at Arc