The Carbon Robotics LaserWeeder™ leverages advanced robotics, computer vision, AI/deep learning, and lasers to eliminate weeds with sub-millimeter accuracy—all without herbicides. This innovative solution reduces environmental impact, promotes soil health, and helps farmers address labor shortages and rising costs. Designed in Seattle and built at our cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Richland, Washington, the LaserWeeder is setting a new standard for automated weed control. With $157 million in funding from prominent investors such as BOND, NVentures (NVIDIA’s venture arm), Anthos Capital, Fuse Venture Capital, Ignition Partners, Revolution, Sozo Ventures, and Voyager Capital, Carbon Robotics is driving innovation.
As a no-nonsense team with a bias for action, we take pride in executing our ideas. Whether it’s designing transformative technology or visiting farms to ensure our products are reliable and safe, we do whatever it takes to deliver for our customers.
Working here means tackling big problems with big impact. You’ll find opportunities to grow professionally, solve complex challenges, and make meaningful contributions to a mission that matters. At Carbon Robotics, we trust our team to act independently and make practical, real-world decisions.
Join us as we innovate, execute, and build the future of farming together.
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As Sr. Electrical Engineer, Vehicle Power Distribution at Carbon Robotics, you will architect, design, test, and deliver the complete electrical power system for our diesel-electric tractor platform. You'll design high-voltage distribution networks, battery management systems, and safety interlocks that seamlessly integrate diesel generation with electric propulsion. From developing robust power architectures to validating performance in harsh farm environments, you'll do whatever it takes - which might include going to the farm - to ensure our customers have reliable and safe products.
What you'll do:
- Design high-voltage (400-800V DC) and low-voltage (12/24V) power distribution architectures for diesel-electric platforms
- Develop power management strategies to optimize energy flow between diesel generator and vehicle loads
- Create electrical distribution systems including bus bars, contactors, fuses, and circuit protection for vehicle-scale power
- Implement safety systems including ground fault detection, isolation monitoring, and emergency shutdown circuits
- Integrate power distribution with vehicle CAN networks for real-time monitoring and diagnostics
- Develop wiring harnesses rated for high-current automotive applications with proper shielding and routing
- Validate power system performance under agricultural duty cycles including cold starts, peak loads, and regenerative events
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for Success:
- 8-15 years experience designing vehicle power distribution systems for EVs, hybrids, or heavy, high voltage equipment
- Expert proficiency in Capital Harness (or similar) for wiring design as well as analytical design optimization tools
- Expertise in high-voltage DC systems design, isolation requirements, and safety standards (ECE R100, ISO 6469)
- Proficiency in automotive wiring standards, connector systems, and harness design for high-power applications
- Deep understanding of circuit protection devices (contactors, fuses, solid state power controls/relays, pre-charge circuits, pyro-fuses) for vehicle applications
- Experience with thermal analysis and cooling system integration for power electronics
- Knowledge of agricultural/automotive equipment requirements including IP67 sealing, thermal environments, vibration resistance, and EMC compliance
- Familiarity with J1939 protocols and agricultural ISOBUS standards
- Understanding of manufacturing processes, component selection, and cost optimization
- Desired proficiency with Altium Designer (v18+)
- Willingness to travel ~10% of the time to support products in the production & field environments with a demonstrated ability to work directly with internal and external stakeholders/customers
- BS+ in Electrical Engineering with focus on power systems, automotive engineering, or related field
Carbon Robotics follows equitable hiring practices. Flexibility in our hiring process allows hiring of talent at levels different from what are posted. The compensation range outlined is based on a target budgeted base salary. Individual base pay depends on various factors such as relevant experience and skill, Interview assessments and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements. Offers are determined using our equitable hiring practices. Carbon Robotics offers additional compensation in the form of benefits premiums, pre-IPO stock options and On Target Earning commissions for appropriate positions. Base pay ranges are reviewed each year. We are committed to the principle of pay equity – paying employees equitably for similar work.
Offers are dependent on someone experience and may be outside of the published range when appropriate. If your skills are above the posted range... Apply! We want to hear from you!Why would you join Carbon Robotics?
Passion for building teams capable of solving uniquely interesting problems. Innovation while disrupting the market is what we do. Profiled in WSJ and Forbes, Carbon Robotics is poised to become the next billion dollar company in the rapidly growing worldwide Ag-Tech industry.
We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full time US based* employees, including:
- Competitive salaries
- Pre-IPO Stock Options
- Generous Benefits:
- Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you and all dependents
- Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA
- Virtual Care - Doctor on Demand
- Employee Assistance Program
- Mental Health HRA
- Restricted Healthcare Travel support
- Menopause Support
- Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- Flexible PTO
- 401(k) plan
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you and all dependents
- Work Culture: Be a part of an inclusive and tight-knit company culture that values innovation and mission-driven success.
*Internationally based employees benefits varies & Contractors are not eligible for Carbon Robotics Benefits or Stock
Carbon Robotics is building a culture of diversity and inclusion for all. We welcome everyone’s voice and believe in open and transparent communication. We believe the best products, services, and companies are built by strong teams that include a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, ideas, and experiences. We are committed to supporting and enabling growth and opportunity for every employee at every level. This is the foundation to which we will build a truly unique environment.
We are equally committed to equal employment opportunity, and it is foundational to how we recruit and hire our talented team. Employment is determined based upon capabilities and qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identification and expression, marital status, military status or status as an honorably discharge/veteran, pregnancy (including potential pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, and childbearing), sexual orientation, age (40 and over), national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical, mental, or sensory disability , HIV/AIDS or hepatitis C status, genetic information, status as an actual or perceived victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other protected class as established by law.
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