Staff Electrical Engineer
Fulfil
Mountain View, CA · Posted December 15, 2025
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About the job
Fulfil is a well-funded, rapidly growing, and inclusive company that has developed a custom automation robotics system to pick and pack online orders of groceries and other consumables, bringing delight and a value proposition to consumers that doesn’t exist today. Additionally, its unique design and technology is purpose-built to solve today’s environmental problems in the world’s food supply chain. Founded by a team with previous startup success and backed by top-tier VCs, we are committed to reducing waste, improving environmental impact, and reducing emissions with truly new technology. Our first commercial product launch with the technology was in summer 2022.
We can’t do it alone - we’re seeking curious, capable, passionate team members motivated by the opportunity to create lasting impact on the world through their work. This role offers ample growth opportunities while working side-by-side with a passionate, multi-disciplinary team spanning mechanical, software, computer vision, systems integration, and operations to design world-changing technology.
Fulfil is committed to creating an inclusive culture, and we celebrate diversity of all kinds. If this sounds like the kind of environment that you find intriguing, then please apply even if you don’t feel you meet all the requirements listed below. We'd love to hear from you.
Job Description:
Fulfil is hiring a Staff Electrical Engineer to join us at a fast-paced startup in a multi-disciplinary engineering team. In this role, you will own the design of PCBAs for our proprietary industrial automation equipment in accordance with industry standards, best practices, and requirements. This role offers ample growth opportunities while working side-by-side with cross functional engineering teams of Mechanical, Systems, SW/FW, and Operations to bring our innovative and exciting new technology to reality.
In This Role You Will
Own challenging electrical design projects in industrial automation and robotics
Own the PCBA design process from gathering requirements through design, prototyping, and validation
Document design concepts, trade studies, test procedures, and applicable assembly instructions
Work with a cross functional team (mechatronics, systems, software, firmware, and operations teams) to design robust electrical systems
Work with contract manufacturers to ensure efficient manufacturing and high quality products.
Design for compliance with UL, ISO, IEC, and NFPA standards
Test new designs on the bench and in-system to ensure function and performance
Lead teams in safety and standards compliant work with electronics, training others to work using safe practices and procedures
Impact the company’s overall performance by contributing to a positive work culture, encouraging good engineering practices, and helping to create and improve robust engineering workflows and processes
What We’re Looking For
BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
Strong electrical engineering fundamentals
8+ years of professional work experience
Expert in analog and digital circuit design, high speed design, and components selection
Proven experience designing for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), with a focus on radiated emissions compliance
Experience with electro-mechanical integration of PCBAs, including designs with heatsinked components
Experience implementing self-test features and defining production test processes
Experience with industrial communications protocols (CAN, Ethernet, RS485, SPI, etc.)
Familiarity with automation and control equipment (motor control, PLCs, sensors, etc.)
Expert in schematic capture and layout for PCBs
Expert in PCBA design validation, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis
Proficient in PCBA development tools such as Altium or Cadence
Proficient in utilizing common electrical lab equipment (signal generators, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, power supplies, etc.)
Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
Ability to travel 25% of the time
What We’d Love To See
10+ years of professional work experience
Prior experience working in a fast-paced startup environment
Familiarity with IEC 61508 and ISO 13849, designing for functional safety
Advanced proficiency with Altium Designer
Familiarity with PLC families and architectures
Experience with robotics, motors, and other electromechanical components
Experience with high volume PCBA design and manufacturing, board level component selection, bring-up, and test
Not afraid of robots
What You Get
A chance to be an early team member and leader of a rapidly growing startup and have an impact on company and technology direction
The ability to solve challenging problems with a skilled, dedicated and friendly multi-disciplinary team
A balanced, highly collaborative work environment
A hybrid work structure
Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 401K, life and disability coverage
A PTO policy that encourages and expects employees to take time to enjoy life outside of work
The salary range for this position is $164,000 - $212,000 plus stock and benefits. Pay within the range is based on candidate experience, job-specific skills, education, and work location.
At Fulfil we value diversity and always treat all employees and job applicants based on merit, qualifications, capabilities, and talent. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.