Job Summary:
The Electrical Engineer III – Controls and Electrical Hardware Design is responsible for the design, development, and optimization of advanced robotic actuator systems, including rotary and linear motion solutions, for humanoid, industrial, and service robotics applications. This role leads electrical engineering activities throughout the product development lifecycle, from concept development, system modeling, and detailed hardware design through prototyping, testing, validation, and production support. The incumbent applies advanced electrical engineering principles, control systems expertise, simulation tools, and analytical methods to develop innovative, reliable, and high-performance robotic solutions that meet quality, performance, manufacturability, and customer requirements.
Key Responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned as needed):
- Design and validate electrical control systems for robotic actuators and electromechanical systems.
- Select and integrate sensors, including encoders, IMUs, force/torque, current, pressure, and temperature sensors.
- Develop actuator control architectures for DC, BLDC, servo, and stepper motors.
- Design prototype controller hardware, including microcontroller/FPGA-based control boards, motor drivers, and power electronics.
- Create electrical schematics, PCB layouts, wiring diagrams, and BOMs.
- Develop embedded firmware and software for real-time motion control and sensor integration.
- Implement closed-loop control algorithms and optimize actuator performance.
- Integrate communication protocols such as CAN, EtherCAT, SPI, I²C, UART, and Ethernet.
- Perform hardware bring-up, debugging, testing, and controller validation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support prototype development, production, and system integration.
- Troubleshoot electrical, EMI/EMC, and reliability issues and implement corrective actions.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
- 5+ years of experience in electrical product development and design.
Skills and Competencies:
- Robotic actuator systems (servo, BLDC, stepper, and linear actuators).
- Embedded C/C++, Python, MATLAB/Simulink.
- Strong foundation in motor control, microcontrollers, power electronics and PCB design.
- Sensor fusion and calibration.
- CAN/CANopen, EtherCAT, Modbus, SPI, I²C, UART.
- Oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power analyzers, and other laboratory test equipment
- Ability to work in a self-directed environment.
- Ability to coordinate and organize program deliverables from multiple sources and customers.
- Effective interpersonal skills with internal and external customers.
- Excellent verbal and technical communication skills required.
Working Conditions: This position operates in a mix of office environment, test lab and test track. Occasional domestic and international travel may be required.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
- Ability to work in a test lab environment
- Occasional lifting of items up to 20 lbs.
- Frequent walking, standing, and bending as needed to perform duties.
Remote Work: Primarily onsite and limited travel.
Compensation and Benefits: Competitive Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits package includes health, dental & vision insurance, life insurance and other supplemental benefits, 401(k) plan, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: HL Mando is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or disability status.
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
- 5+ years of experience in electrical product development and design
- Experience with robotic actuator systems, including servo, BLDC, stepper, and linear actuators
- Proficiency in Embedded C/C++, Python, and MATLAB/Simulink
- Strong foundation in motor control, microcontrollers, power electronics, and PCB design
- Experience with sensor fusion and calibration
- Knowledge of CAN/CANopen, EtherCAT, Modbus, SPI, I²C, and UART
- Experience using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power analyzers, and laboratory test equipment
- Ability to work in a self-directed environment
- Ability to coordinate and organize program deliverables from multiple sources and customers
- Effective interpersonal skills with internal and external customers
- Excellent verbal and technical communication skills
What We Do
At HL Mando, we’re driven by innovation and the spirit of continuous improvement. We design and produce high-quality brake, steering, and suspension systems at our U.S. operations in Alabama, Georgia, and Michigan. In 2025, GM recognized HL Mando as a 2024 Supplier of the Year, our fifth consecutive and eleventh overall award. This honor showcases our dedication to excellence, innovation, and sustainable solutions. Join HL Mando and help shape the future of mobility!
