Senior Industrial Automation Electrical Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Industrial Automation Electrical Engineer to support the design, development, and deployment of large-scale robotic automation systems. This role focuses on delivering robust, safe, and scalable electrical designs for complex robotic workcells operating in high-throughput environments. You will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams and play a key role throughout the full product lifecycle—from concept and design through field deployment and support.

Key responsibilities

• Design electrical connections inside industrial electrical AC/DC and DC/DC cabinets (voltages in the 100 to 600 VAC and 5 to 60 VDC ranges)
• Design and develop electrical systems for large fulfillment workcell robots, including power distribution, motor control, and sensor integration
• Troubleshoot complex electrical issues in deployed robotic systems to minimize downtime and optimize performance
• Create detailed electrical control panel schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation following industry best practices
• Collaborate with mechanical, software, and controls engineers to integrate electrical systems into complete robotic solutions
• Conduct design reviews, failure analysis, and root cause investigations for electrical system issues
• Define electrical specifications and requirements for new robotic workcell designs
• Support manufacturing, installation, and commissioning of robotic systems at fulfillment centers

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 8+ years of experience in electrical engineering, preferably in robotics or automation
• Strong knowledge of power electronics, motor drives, and control systems
• Experience with electrical design tools (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN)
• Proficiency in reading and creating electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Understanding of safety standards and regulations (e.g., IEC 61508, NFPA 79, UL 508A)

Pluses to have

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Experience with large-scale industrial automation or material handling systems
• Knowledge of PLCs, industrial communication protocols (EtherCAT, Profinet, etc.)
• Experience with low and high voltage systems in robotic applications
• Familiarity with EMC/EMI design considerations
• Experience supporting field deployments and troubleshooting in operational facilities

Compensation and benefits

There are two different pay options for this role:

• W-2 (employee of Simplexity): Hourly rate $75 - $90/hr, depending on experience
• 1099 contractors (have your own registered consulting/contracting business): Hourly rate $100 - $150/hr, depending on experience

• Excellent Healthcare plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision) fully paid for by the company for the employee; partial payment for dependents
• 401(k) plan with company match after 1,000 hours of service
• Long-term and short-term disability, AD&D and Life Insurance
• 11 paid holidays
• 15 days of paid-time-off (PTO) accured each year

No recruiters please. Job location is in Seattle, Washington at a Simplexity client site. Simplexity is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. *** Please be advised that Simplexity Product Development will never ask you to respond to a non-SimplexityPD domain such as a gmail, ymail, hotmail, etc. If you suspect that you have been contacted by someone impersonating Simplexity Product Development who is using a fraudulent email address, please do not reply. If you are not sure, please fill out a contact form at https://www.simplexitypd.com/contact/ to report the incident. ***