Senior Electrical Engineer | Part or Full Time | St. Gallen, Switzerland
How much energy will my solar power plant generate this week? Is this flight path safe and efficient? Will there be enough rain to water my crops? As the weather significantly impacts various industries, organizations are increasingly vigilant about atmospheric conditions.
At Meteomatics, we pride ourselves on being a team of dedicated experts delivering the most accurate weather data to over 400 companies and research institutions worldwide. Our goal is to assist them in accelerating the energy transition, minimizing their environmental impact, and ensuring safety in their products and services.
Senior Electrical Engineer (m/w) 80 - 100%
Your Responsibilities
- Develop, design, and enhance state-of-the-art PCBs (Printed Circuit Boards) for our products, including schematics, layout, and commissioning.
- Develop and implement advanced test equipment and procedures to ensure the highest quality and reliability of our products.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance throughout the entire product development lifecycle, from concept to production.
- Debug complex electrical systems, identifying and resolving issues to ensure optimal performance.
- Ensure full compliance of electrical designs with aviation regulations (e.g., EASA/FAA, DO-160, DO-254) and relevant electrical engineering standards (e.g., IEC, ISO, IEEE).
- Collaborate with hardware and software teams to integrate electrical systems seamlessly and optimize overall drone performance.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements, continuously exploring new technologies to drive innovation within the drone field.
Your Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Extensive experience (10+ years) in design, development, and testing of PCBs for drones or similar applications.
- Proficiency in using ECAD software and tools for PCB design (Altium Designer, Eagle, OrCAD, KiCAD, etc.).
- Programming skills in languages such as C/C++ would be a fantastic asset.
- Knowledge of aviation regulations and relevant electrical norms and standards is advantageous.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
- Fluent in English (German is a plus).
What We Offer
- The Meteomatics Culture: Experience a culture of technological innovation and cross-functional collaboration at every stage from idea to product, as we strive for excellence and reliability as partners to customers and employees alike.
- International Environment: Join a team composed of individuals from diverse global backgrounds.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 5 weeks of vacation alongside enjoyable social activities, including barbecues on the terrace, ski days in the Swiss mountains, summer off-site events, and after-work games. We believe that happy and well-rested employees perform their best work.
Meteomatics is a world-leading provider of weather and climate data, passionately committed to expanding the application of weather information on a global scale. We are seeking individuals who resonate with our mission to help organizations accelerate the energy transition and protect lives and property through access to accurate weather forecasts.
As part of our team, you will play a key role in empowering Meteomatics and our diverse customer base across various industries to gain meaningful weather insights for a multitude of applications worldwide.
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