Senior Electrical Engineer

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

Innovate and develop intelligent smart battery, charger, and power supply
solutions for highly sophisticated two-way communication and security
video systems used in professional and mission-critical environments
across commercial, government, and industrial markets.

Job Description

● Lead the design and development of complex battery and power supply systems for mission-critical applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams.
● Own the technical aspects of product development from concept through mass production, ensuring adherence to customer requirements, safety standards, and project timelines.
● Develop innovative solutions for battery charging, power management, and
related systems, leveraging your deep understanding of electrical design
principles and industry best practices.
● Mentor junior engineers, providing technical guidance and support to foster a
collaborative and high-performing team environment.
● Conduct thorough electrical tolerance analysis and Design Failure Mode and
Effects Analysis (DFMEA) to ensure product robustness and reliability.
● Lead the development of test plans, procedures, and fixtures to ensure
compliance with functional specifications and industry standards.
● Analyze test data, identify root causes of failures, and develop solutions to
address design challenges.
● Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure seamless transition of designs to production.
● Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, recommending
innovations to improve product performance and enhance our competitive edge.

● Familiarity with battery cell charging and discharging characteristics and design requirements.
● Knowledge of digital signal communication protocols (e.g., I2C, SPI, CAN).
● Strong understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes, including
Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA).
● Experience with project management methodologies.
● Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is a plus.
● Experience with product qualification for Hazardous Location Certification
(ATEX, TIA, INMETRO, MSHA, CSA, or UL).

Basic Requirements

● Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related
field.
● <2 years of proven experience in designing and developing battery systems,
power supplies, or related electronic circuits.
● Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects from concept to production.

● Strong understanding of electrical design principles, including schematic design,
circuit analysis, and power electronics.
● Experience with battery management systems (BMS) and lithium-ion battery
technologies is highly preferred.
● Proficiency with industry-standard design tools (e.g., SPICE, PSpice, Altium
Designer) and test equipment.
● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively
collaborate with cross-functional teams and present technical information to
stakeholders.
● Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a meticulous attention to detail.
● Passion for innovation and a drive to deliver high-quality, reliable products.

Travel Requirements

None

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

Yes

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.