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Electrical Engineer

Mill
Location
San Bruno, California
Posted
2 months ago
Department
Hardware
Salary
$155 to 195K
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent
  • 4+ years of hands-on experience on production hardware products, with demonstrated end-to-end ownership through bring-up and validation
  • Proficient in schematic capture and PCB layout in Altium or equivalent
  • Solid experience with microprocessors, sensor integration, motor control, and embedded systems
  • Comfort working with AC power systems and an understanding of relevant safety considerations
  • Able to independently bring up and debug new hardware; strong bench proficiency with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies, multimeters, thermal imaging, and data acquisition; hands-on with PCB rework and cable assembly
Nice to have
  • Scripting proficiency in Python and embedded C/C++ for test automation, data analysis, and prototype firmware
  • High-power appliance, commercial equipment, or industrial product development experience
  • Safety certification experience (UL, ETL, FCC, CE, IC) — including pre-compliance testing, EMI debug, and cert lab management
  • Thermal system design - component derating, temperature sensing and control, PCB layout for heat dissipation, and heatsink selection
  • Designing interlock and safety architectures for certified appliances
What the job really is

As an Electrical Engineer at Mill, you will be responsible for the power, sensing, and control systems of hardware products, ensuring their reliability in real kitchen environments. Your role involves leading board bring-up and validation, designing production-intent electrical systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to transition prototypes into production.

Benefits
  • Estimated base salary range of $155 to $215K
  • Potential equity grant
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of remote work options or flexibility
  • The role requires hands-on work, which may not suit candidates looking for purely design or remote positions
  • The company is in a niche market focused on waste prevention technology, which may influence job stability and growth opportunities
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