Mojave Energy Systems, Inc. · 6 hours ago
Senior Automation Engineer
Anderson, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$105K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expMojave Energy Systems is a venture-backed climate-tech company focused on transforming air conditioning technology. They are seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to lead the electrical architecture and design of their innovative liquid desiccant air conditioning system, ensuring reliability and manufacturability while collaborating with various teams.
Energy Efficiency"Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)"Machinery Manufacturing
Hiring Manager
Philip Farese
Responsibilities
As owner of the electrical system of our equipment, define the signal (low-) voltage and power (208-480V) voltage requirements
Produce electrical drawings & panel layouts through an algorithmic and scalable approach for our configurable product
Select electronic components used and verify operation thereof
Collaborate with manufacturing and supply chain teams to optimize electrical designs for cost, manufacturability, and supply chain resilience
Support troubleshooting of manufactured units at end of line test and in the field (remotely)
Select wire sizes and types, circuit protection (fuses and/or breakers), pass throughs, connectors, etc
Design assembly and testing processes and systems
Maintain all needed documentation in an appropriate, well organized, sharable locations
Support engineering team to maintain UL certification
Validate new and alternative component suppliers
Qualification
Required
BS in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years electrical design experience -or- Associates Degree in a relevant field and 7+ years of experience in a relevant role
Experience designing electrical systems for HVAC, commercial equipment, or similar applications
Understanding signal/low-voltage concerns including sensor selection, grounding, shielding, & RFI/EMI
Understanding of medium (120V) and high (208-480V) National Electric Code and best practices
Experience with appropriate CAD system for electrical drawings
Demonstrated history of direct design contributions for products brought to market
Strong critical thinking skills: ability to deep dive into cause-effect and complex diagnostics
Structured problem-solving skills
Extensive knowledge of electrical components and systems: VFDs, temperature & humidity sensors, current sensors, and supporting electronics (switches, disconnects, fuses, transformers, power supplies, etc.)
Able to work cross-discipline whether with scientists, engineers, technicians, and manufacturing staff
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including documentation
Benefits
Equity award (4 year vest) on hire. Equity represents a significant component of total compensation
Annual bonus eligibility (equity award)
Medical, dental, vision benefits
401 (k) with safe harbor match
Company
Mojave Energy Systems, Inc.
Mojave produces novel liquid desiccant systems designed to change the nature of air conditioning by dramatically increasing energy efficiency and reducing the climate impact of AC.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$29.5MKey Investors
At One Ventures,Fifth WallAlumni Ventures
2025-03-01Debt Financing· $7.5M
2024-12-18Series A· $9.5M
2023-09-18Seed· $12.5M
Leadership Team
Philip Farese
CEO
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