Electrical Engineer - R&D Team
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on1536, East 77th Street, Florence-Firestone, Firestone Park, Los Angeles County, California, 90001, United States
About Deep Sky
Deep Sky is on a mission to accelerate the world's transition to carbon removal by developing and operating direct air capture (DAC) facilities. Our state-of-the-art plant in Innisfail will play a crucial role in capturing CO₂ directly from the atmosphere, helping combat climate change on a global scale. We are a mission-driven team focused on fighting climate change, working with cutting-edge technology in a dynamic and innovative environment.
About the Role
We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to join Deep Sky's R&D Engineering Team onsite in Los Angeles, CA. This role exists to design, analyze, prototype, and integrate electrical and electromechanical systems for Direct Air Carbon Capture reactors and the supporting test infrastructure, including hardware-in-the-loop digital twin systems.
If you have a passion for building robust systems, solving complex engineering challenges, working hands-on with hardware, and are not afraid to fail, this is the place for you. You will be part of a fast-paced, autonomously driven atmosphere where you will demonstrate extreme ownership of product outcomes at every stage of development and production. The role offers significant opportunities for growth and professional development as you help shape the future of carbon removal.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of the future of carbon removal, we want to hear from you! Please apply with your resume and outline your qualifications and interest in the role.
Work location
Work model: On-site
1536, East 77th Street, Florence-Firestone, Firestone Park, Los Angeles County, California, 90001, United States
Firestone Park, California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDesign and develop high power electronics, control systems, and actuators for Direct Air Carbon Capture reactors
- check_circleCreate and review electrical load lists and piping and instrumentation diagrams for plant designs
- check_circleDrive system trades, component selection, schematic capture, prototyping, and debugging
- check_circleLead multidisciplinary root cause investigations and component redesigns to improve reliability
- check_circleDesign, procure, integrate, and test electrical ground support equipment and data acquisition systems
- check_circleBuild mathematical and analysis models to verify initial design assumptions
- check_circleEstablish vendor relationships and manage the supply chain through prototyping and integration
- check_circleDevelop and execute development and qualification testing campaigns to validate designs
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in electrical engineering, avionics, hardware, robotics, physics or other related STEM discipline
- verified3+ years of engineering design experience
- verifiedProficient in electrical CAD and analysis software (e.g., Altium or similar)
Nice to Have
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere. Strong judgment in assessing risk and making decisions without complete data. Hands-on experience with electrical design, prototyping, integration, and testing. Proficient in electrical CAD and analysis software (e.g., Altium or similar). Self-motivated with strong multi-tasking, organizational, communication, and documentation skills. Experience working effectively across multi-disciplinary teams.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Control Systems, Actuators, Programmable Logic Controllers, Reactor Instrumentation, Piping And Instrumentation Diagrams, Schematic Capture, Prototyping, Debugging.
Education: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related STEM discipline required.
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Day-to-day, the Electrical Engineer - R&D Team at Deep Sky will design and develop high power electronics, control systems, and actuators for direct air carbon capture reactors; create and review electrical load lists and piping and instrumentation diagrams for plant designs; drive system trades, component selection, schematic capture, prototyping, and debugging; and lead multidisciplinary root cause investigations and component redesigns to improve reliability.
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To qualify for the Electrical Engineer - R&D Team at Deep Sky position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, avionics, hardware, robotics, physics or other related STEM discipline; 3+ years of engineering design experience; and Proficient in electrical CAD and analysis software (e.g., Altium or similar).
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Electrical Engineer - R&D Team at Deep Sky is based in 1536, East 77th Street, Florence-Firestone, Firestone Park, Los Angeles County, California, 90001, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Deep Sky has listed this Electrical Engineer - R&D Team role as on-site.
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Electrical Engineer - R&D Team at Deep Sky typically requires 3+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
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Key skills for Electrical Engineer - R&D Team at Deep Sky include Electrical Engineering; Electronics; Control Systems; Actuators; Programmable Logic Controllers; Reactor Instrumentation; Piping And Instrumentation Diagrams; and Schematic Capture.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related STEM discipline required.
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Electrical Engineer - R&D Team at Deep Sky is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.
About Deep Sky
Deep Sky is an animation and post-production studio headquartered in Portland, Oregon, offering end-to-end creative services from initial concept to final delivery. The company operates as a fully integrated facility, managing animation, motion design, live-action projects, and visual effects under one roof. This consolidated approach minimizes external hand-offs, ensuring tighter creative control and consistent collaboration throughout the production lifecycle.
For nearly two decades, the studio has partnered with brands, agencies, and entertainment companies to produce commercials, explainers, music videos, and animated series. The team specializes in tackling complex technical subjects while also developing character-driven narratives and branded content. Their diverse workforce combines expertise in 2D and 3D animation, motion graphics, visual effects, and live-action cinematography to deliver clear, fresh, and enduring visuals.
Clients ranging from startup founders to creative directors and showrunners rely on Deep Sky to transform ambitious ideas into memorable stories. The studio's longevity is attributed to its deep bench of artists and producers who prioritize seamless collaboration and a shared commitment to quality. By blending technical precision with storytelling passion, Deep Sky helps shape visions that resonate with audiences across various formats and platforms.
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