Senior Electrical Engineer

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.Job OverviewSaronic Technologies is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with deep experience in the design, specification, and validation of vessel/vehicle electronic systems. This position will play a key role in developing and evaluating ruggedized electrical architectures for autonomous maritime platforms - ensuring performance, durability, and compliance under shock, vibration, thermal, and marine conditions.The ideal candidate has a proven track record designing or specifying electrical and electronic systems for marine, automotive, defense, or mining vehicles, with a focus on system integration, environmental qualification, and manufacturability. This is a design and development driven, hands-on role at the intersection of design innovation and field performance.Key Responsibilities* Lead the design, specification, and validation of electrical and electronic systems for autonomous maritime platforms operating in extreme environments.* Develop and document system requirements and specifications for electrical subsystems including power distribution, computing, sensing, and communications.* Create engineering drawings such as one-line diagrams, ladder schematics, networking diagrams, and similar.* Evaluate and select or design components suitable for reliable operation in harsh environments.* Conduct trade studies and benchmarking of commercially available systems and technologies from adjacent industries (automotive, defense, mining).* Design and validate system architectures that optimize reliability, maintainability, and environmental protection.* Collaborate with mechanical, software, and autonomy teams to ensure seamless system integration and interoperability.* Support prototype builds, troubleshooting, and commissioning through lab and field testing - including dockside and at-sea trials.* Author detailed design documentation, including specifications, trade studies, test reports, and system integration standards.* Mentor junior engineers in general design principles and ruggedization techniques.Required Qualifications* B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field.* Proficiency in schematic and design tools (AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, Zuken, or similar).* 7+ years of professional experience designing electrical and electronic systems for marine, industrial, harsh, or safety-critical environments.* Proven experience with rugged electrical system design including power distribution systems, industrial automation, and network design.