Staff Engineer, Electromechanical Power Electronics (R6046)

Shield AI

Seattle, WA

On-site

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have experience in high voltage power electronics packaging and avionics compliance.

Best fit for

Candidates with experience in avionics compliance and mechanical design for aerospace systems
— “Ensure avionics meet performance, safety, environmental, and EMI/EMC compliance standards”
Individuals who have worked on PCB layout and packaging in defense or aerospace contexts
— “Collaborate with electrical engineer and PCB designers to sure full scope board design and packaging meets the product demands”
Professionals with a background in finite element analysis and thermal testing for high-stress environments
— “Experience with finite element analysis (FEA), thermal analysis, and fatigue/lifecycle testing”

Things to consider

Background checks and references are mandatory prerequisites for employment
— “All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check”
This role may not be suitable for those who prefer remote-only work arrangements
— “With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific”

How to stand out

Demonstrate your ability to manage the full lifecycle of design from concept to validation
— “Own your design work from concept to implementation, through system verification and validation”
Emphasize your hands-on experience with CAD and eCAD tools for mechanical and electrical design
— “Strong use of CAD software (NX, SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar) for 3D modeling, drawing creation, and system layout”
Demonstrate expertise in thermal and structural analysis for harsh environments
— “Execute analysis to ensure survivability in harsh environments. Such as structural, thermal, vibration, clearances, and PCBA hardening”

Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

successful design and implementation of electro-mechanical solutions
survivability analysis in harsh environments
compliance with performance, safety, and EMI/EMC standards

Typical background

B.S. in Mechanical Engineeringstrong use of CAD softwareexposure to electrical engineering and PCB design

Skills & requirements

Required

Electromechanical DesignCAD Software (NX, Solidworks, Catia)Ecad Software (altium, Cadence, Allegro)Finite Element Analysis (fea)Thermal AnalysisFatigue/lifecycle TestingHigh Voltage Power Electronics

Preferred

Do-160 ComplianceDo-254 ComplianceDo-178c ComplianceMil-std-810 ComplianceMil-std-461 Compliance

Stack & domain

Electromechanical DesignHigh Voltage Power ElectronicsThermal ManagementAircraft IntegrationCAD SoftwareEcad SoftwareHarness Design SoftwareFinite Element AnalysisThermal AnalysisFatigue/lifecycle TestingPCB LayoutManufacturing MethodsCollaborationProblem-solvingAdaptabilityEngineeringMechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringPCB Design

About the role

Original posting from Shield AI via Lever

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.
WHAT YOU’LL DO::
Design complex electro-mechanical solutions for high voltage power electronics packaging, electrical interconnects, thermal management, and aircraft integration
Execute analysis to ensure survivability in harsh environments. Such as structural, thermal, vibration, clearances, and PCBA hardening
Ensure avionics meet performance, safety, environmental, and EMI/EMC compliance standards, including DO-160, DO-254, DO-178C, MIL-STD-810, and MIL-STD-461
Own your design work from concept to implementation, through system verification and validation
Collaborate with electrical engineer and PCB designers to sure full scope board design and packaging meets the product demands
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS::
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
Strong use of CAD software (NX, SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar) for 3D modeling, drawing creation, and system layout.
Familiarity with eCAD software (Altium, Cadence, Allegro), and harness design software (Capital, Zuken)
Exposure to working with electrical engineers to define PCB constraints, develop circuit cards, and care for all the mechanical interfaces
Familiarity with the PCB layout process and manufacturing methods
Experience with finite element analysis (FEA), thermal analysis, and fatigue/lifecycle testing
Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile development environment with evolving priorities
Full-time regular employee offer package:
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Temporary employee offer package:
Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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Source: Shield AI careers (Lever)