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Electrical Engineer
Accepting applicationsOceanComm, Inc. · Chicago, IL
Full-Time Entry C++EthernetI2CPythonSPI
Posted
4d ago
Category
Design
Experience
Entry
Country
United States
Underwater communication is one of the hardest wireless problems on Earth. Radio waves attenuate quickly underwater, so our systems use sound, much like whales and dolphins, to transmit high-bandwidth data, including video. We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to help build our next-generation modems and other cutting-edge undersea technology. This role is a strong fit for a recent electrical engineering graduate who has solid fundamentals, enjoys hands-on hardware work, and wants to grow quickly by working on real products.
You will work closely with experienced electrical, embedded software, signal processing, and mechanical engineers across the full product lifecycle. Rather than working on one small piece of a large organization, you will have visibility into complete systems, from circuit boards and firmware to undersea drones and customer deployments.
About Us
Underwater, the wireless transfer of a single picture used to take an hour. OceanComm brought to market wireless modems that transfer data 100 to 1,000 times faster. Legacy modems were largely status and command links; our modems can control undersea drones with live video feedback, fundamentally changing what operators can see, decide, and do underwater. Leading organizations in defense, offshore energy, and oceanographic research rely on OceanComm to keep their undersea systems connected.
What You Will Do
Design, build, and test analog, digital, and mixed-signal electronics with guidance from experienced engineers
Create and modify schematics and PCB layouts for new products and hardware revisions
Bring up prototype circuit boards and troubleshoot hardware using laboratory test equipment
Assist with component selection, circuit analysis, design verification, and documentation
Develop test setups and write simple scripts or firmware to support hardware testing
Debug problems involving electronics, firmware, power, and sensors
Integrate and test our modems with undersea drones and other advanced maritime systems
Evaluate new components, technologies, and technical approaches for future designs
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, with 0-2 years of relevant experience
Strong understanding of core electrical engineering concepts, including analog circuits, digital electronics, and signals and systems
Hands-on experience designing, building and debugging electronic circuits through coursework, personal projects, internships, student teams, or professional work
Comfortable using common laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, DMMs, power supplies, function generators, and logic analyzers
Ability to read schematics and understand basic PCB designs
Familiarity with common electronic components, including op-amps, transistors, voltage regulators, ADCs/DACs, and microcontrollers
Exposure to digital interfaces such as I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, USB, or Ethernet
Experience with an electronic design automation tool such as Altium Designer, KiCad, OrCAD, or Eagle
Ability to clearly document designs, test results, and technical findings
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Willingness to travel, with occasional periods up to 20% depending on project phase
U.S. Person
What Will Put You Ahead
Experience designing and assembling PCBs through coursework, personal projects, internships, student teams, or professional work
Coursework or projects involving analog signal processing, filters, amplifiers, ADCs/DACs, or low-noise circuits
Experience with C/C++ and embedded software development
Experience using Python to automate testing or analyze measurement data
An interest in acoustics, communications, robotics, marine technology, or signal processing
Benefits
Competitive base salary and incentive stock options
Paid vacation starting at 20 days per year, increasing with tenure
Paid sick leave with carryover
Flexible schedule with core hours
Close mentorship and training from experienced engineers and technical leaders
Professional development support for conferences, books, courses, or technical training
Hands-on work with advanced acoustic, embedded, and undersea robotics hardware
Compensation
The pay range for this position is $90,000 - $130,000 per year. Actual pay will depend on the candidate's experience and skills demonstrated during interviews and other evaluations.
OceanComm is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vet.
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You will work closely with experienced electrical, embedded software, signal processing, and mechanical engineers across the full product lifecycle. Rather than working on one small piece of a large organization, you will have visibility into complete systems, from circuit boards and firmware to undersea drones and customer deployments.
About Us
Underwater, the wireless transfer of a single picture used to take an hour. OceanComm brought to market wireless modems that transfer data 100 to 1,000 times faster. Legacy modems were largely status and command links; our modems can control undersea drones with live video feedback, fundamentally changing what operators can see, decide, and do underwater. Leading organizations in defense, offshore energy, and oceanographic research rely on OceanComm to keep their undersea systems connected.
What You Will Do
Design, build, and test analog, digital, and mixed-signal electronics with guidance from experienced engineers
Create and modify schematics and PCB layouts for new products and hardware revisions
Bring up prototype circuit boards and troubleshoot hardware using laboratory test equipment
Assist with component selection, circuit analysis, design verification, and documentation
Develop test setups and write simple scripts or firmware to support hardware testing
Debug problems involving electronics, firmware, power, and sensors
Integrate and test our modems with undersea drones and other advanced maritime systems
Evaluate new components, technologies, and technical approaches for future designs
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, with 0-2 years of relevant experience
Strong understanding of core electrical engineering concepts, including analog circuits, digital electronics, and signals and systems
Hands-on experience designing, building and debugging electronic circuits through coursework, personal projects, internships, student teams, or professional work
Comfortable using common laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, DMMs, power supplies, function generators, and logic analyzers
Ability to read schematics and understand basic PCB designs
Familiarity with common electronic components, including op-amps, transistors, voltage regulators, ADCs/DACs, and microcontrollers
Exposure to digital interfaces such as I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, USB, or Ethernet
Experience with an electronic design automation tool such as Altium Designer, KiCad, OrCAD, or Eagle
Ability to clearly document designs, test results, and technical findings
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Willingness to travel, with occasional periods up to 20% depending on project phase
U.S. Person
What Will Put You Ahead
Experience designing and assembling PCBs through coursework, personal projects, internships, student teams, or professional work
Coursework or projects involving analog signal processing, filters, amplifiers, ADCs/DACs, or low-noise circuits
Experience with C/C++ and embedded software development
Experience using Python to automate testing or analyze measurement data
An interest in acoustics, communications, robotics, marine technology, or signal processing
Benefits
Competitive base salary and incentive stock options
Paid vacation starting at 20 days per year, increasing with tenure
Paid sick leave with carryover
Flexible schedule with core hours
Close mentorship and training from experienced engineers and technical leaders
Professional development support for conferences, books, courses, or technical training
Hands-on work with advanced acoustic, embedded, and undersea robotics hardware
Compensation
The pay range for this position is $90,000 - $130,000 per year. Actual pay will depend on the candidate's experience and skills demonstrated during interviews and other evaluations.
OceanComm is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vet.
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