Electrical Design Engineer Jobs in Salem, OR (NOW HIRING)

Agility’s commercially deployed humanoids operate alongside teams in warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and distribution centers—tackling physically demanding and repetitive tasks while enabling workers to focus on higher-value work. With industry-leading safety standards and years of proven deployment data, we're pioneering a new era of automation that enhances human potential.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Electrical to lead sustaining and continuous improvement initiatives in our robotics manufacturing facility. In this role, you will collaborate cross‑functionally to optimize production processes, troubleshoot assembly and design issues on electro‑mechanical systems and PCBAs, update electrical designs and implement the engineering changes to drive continuous improvement.

Act as the primary Subject Matter Expert (SME) within the Manufacturing Engineering Sustaining team for all electrical components within the Robot, including high‑density PCBAs, power distribution units, cable assemblies/harnesses, sensors, and battery systems. Diagnose and resolve (debug) manufacturing, field, and design issues with focus on electronic assemblies and components, supporting root cause analysis (RCA) and lead corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) for nonconformances. Collaborate with System and Test Engineering teams to understand, utilize and improve automated scripts and diagnostic tools (Python, C/C++) for flashing firmware, commissioning and testing electronic assemblies. Execute electrical design updates using Altium to improve manufacturability, resolve production and design issues, working cross‑functionally with design, test, quality, and supply chain teams. Perform SME‑level technical review on all electrical design changes affecting the production robot, evaluating for DFM/DFA/DFT, technical issues, and standard consistency prior to release. Drive the validation and implementation of electrical Engineering Change Orders (ECRs & ECOs) by creating test protocols, performing the tests, reporting out the results, and implementing the validated change on the production line. Author and maintain up‑to‑date technical documentation, including specifications, drawings, BOMs, work instructions, process flow diagrams, PFMEAs, control plans, and tool/fixture/equipment specifications to support production and service operations. Disposition of nonconforming material delivered by supplier or produced by production. Collaborate with suppliers and contract manufacturers to validate design changes, material substitutions, and implement supplier testing. Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks, drive improvements in capacity, quality, cost, and safety, and implement lean manufacturing solutions. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a closely related technical field. 6+ years of relevant experience in a commercial, product‑driven manufacturing environment supporting a production line (robotics, automotive, aerospace, medical, or similar preferred). Hands‑on experience with electro‑mechanical systems, mechanisms, actuators, PCBAs, and sensors. Design experience with Altium with proficiency reading, interpreting and updating electrical schematics, PCB layouts, and cabling diagrams. Engineering Change Order (ECO) experience within Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system, Windchill experience a plus. Proficiency in Python and Linux, and/or C languages is a plus. Experience with ERP and MES software is a plus. Experience developing and implementing manufacturing equipment in production environments (DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ) a plus. Proven ability to mentor and lead engineers and technicians effectively. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross‑functional collaboration. Ability to drive initiatives independently and within teams.

This is an onsite position at our Salem, OR office.

• $127,000 — $164,000 USD

In addition to base pay, our competitive total rewards package consists of the following for full‑time employees:

• 401(k) Plan: Includes a 6% company match.
• Equity: Company stock options.
• Insurance Coverage: 100% company‑paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long‑term disability insurance for employees.
• Benefit Start Date: Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment.
• Well‑Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Time Off:
  • Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown.
  • Non-Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually.
• On‑Site Perks: Catered lunches four times a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations.
• Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave programs.
• Work Environment: A culture that supports flexible work arrangements.
• Growth Opportunities: Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs.
• Relocation Assistance: Provided for eligible roles.
• Annual Discretionary Bonus: Provided for eligible roles.

All of our roles are U.S.-based. Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States.

Agility Robotics is committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Each individual has the right to work in a professional atmosphere that promotes equal employment opportunities and prohibits unlawful discriminatory practices, including harassment. Therefore, it is the policy of Agility Robotics to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Agility Robotics prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.