Electrical Engineer Contractor

Company Overview

Zeno Power is the leading developer of nuclear batteries - compact power systems that provide reliable clean energy in frontier environments. By harnessing the heat from radioisotopes, Zenos batteries power critical missions on Earth in space and at sea. To bring this technology to market by 2027, Zeno is seeking out purpose-driven and innovative professionals who are comfortable working in a startup environment. Team members will have a direct impact in enabling commercial and national security missions from the depths of our oceans to the surface of the moon and in austere environments here on Earth. Zeno is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated workforce. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Electrical Engineer Contractor

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.

Key Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent from an accredited university with 7 years of relevant experience or a Masters 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.
• Experience in the aerospace and/or nuclear industry is desired.
• 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.

Job Functions

• Position requires in-office presence in Seattle, South Lake Union, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Remote work is optional on Mondays and Fridays.
• Travel: None
• Motor Abilities: Sitting and/or standing for extended periods, bending, stooping, grasping, gripping, fine motor control, hands. Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 15 pounds.
• Repetitive work: Prolonged
• Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work
• Work Conditions: Stairs, typing, keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hours/day
• Duration: 6 months
• Compensation: The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $65-75/hour. The final pay rate will be determined by various factors, such as a candidates relevant work experience, years of relevant experience, skills, qualifications, certifications, and other business considerations.

Export Control

• Applicants for employment at Zeno Power must be a U.S. person. The term "U.S. Person" means:
  1. A U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
  2. 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. 1324(b)(a)(3), i.e., admitted as a refugee or is granted asylum.
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