Senior Electrical Design Engineer

At Halter were on a mission to enable farmers and graziers to run the most productive and sustainable operations. Our customers are using Halter to break free from the time-intensive constraints of conventional practices. Imagine watching 500 cattle stand up and walk calmly towards their next break No quad bikes no dogs no fences. Just a group of cattle walking at their own pace. People say it looks like magic. Our customers are revolutionizing grazing with Halter. Its changing lives and transforming an industry. People join Halter to do meaningful work. By joining us youll be solving challenging problems within a talented team and a culture built for high performance. Our team out-think out-work and out-care. Were committed to delivering real change in the world - this isnt easy and in truth we love that its hard.

Were backed to deliver on a mission that matters by Tier 1 investors including Founders Fund Bessemer Venture Partners BOND DCVC Blackbird Promus Ventures Rocket Labs Peter Beck and Icehouse ventures.

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Role summary

Own the end-to-end electrical design and validation of custom PCBs that power Halters production fixtures and test systems. Youll work at the intersection of hardware design and manufacturing ensuring the electronics our production and test teams rely on is robust diagnosable and built to last.

What youll do

• Design custom PCBs from schematic through layout bring-up and production handover.

• Define and execute validation strategy for new and revised hardware (coverage acceptance criteria evidence packs).

• Partner with Machine Design Test Software and Production to ensure hardware meets line requirements.

• Lead root cause analysis for electrical failures in production and test hardware; own durable CAPA.

• Manage PCB fab and assembly relationships; drive DFM feedback and acceptance testing.

What were looking for

• Strong PCB design skills: mixed-signal and power schematic to layout.

• Hands-on bring-up and validation experience (oscilloscope instruments scripted test).

• Track record delivering reliable hardware in a production or test environment.

• Comfortable working across mechanical software and firmware boundaries.

Nice to have

• Firmware/embedded experience: comfortable reading code debugging hardware-firmware interfaces.

• Mechanical CAD familiarity: enough to collaborate closely on fixture integration.

Halter is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace a place where we can each be ourselves and do the best work of our lives. Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements women and under-represented groups of candidates tend to only apply when they meet every requirement. If you think you have what it takes but dont necessarily tick every requirement on this job description please still get in touch and apply to Halter. Wed love to chat to see if youll be an epic fit!

If this opportunity sounds like you please apply below by sending through your cover letter explaining why youre excited about this role and working at Halter along with your CV and well be in touch!

Please also feel free to check out the careers page for more information on working at Halter and dont forget to follow us on LinkedIn & Instagram.

• Work that genuinely matters. Every now and again a company comes along that transforms an entire industry and leaves the world in a better place. Our team gets to be part of something truly meaningful helping farmers improve their livelihoods spend more time with their families and build more sustainable operations.

• Spectacular people solving hard problems. Our culture is designed for talented people to do work that changes lives. The team is filled with diverse kind and driven people who push each other to do their best work. Youll be thrown into the deep end tackling complex challenges and building something tangible that solves real problems.

• Youll grow here. Autonomy mastery and learning define how we work. Youll have the freedom to work on interesting problems master new skills and continuously develop yourself both through your role and our $1000 personal growth fund.

• This isnt easy and we love that its hard. Working at Halter will be the most rewarding and the most challenging work of your life. We move fast take bold bets and work hard to reshape an entire industry. As one team member put it: Joining Halter is a bit like strapping yourself to a rocket ship but its an epic journey to be a part of!

Required Experience:

Senior IC