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Radiant

Senior Motor Design Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$158K - $247K/yr

About the Role Radiant is seeking a talented Senior Motor Design Engineer to design and develop an alternator for the nuclear-driven, high-speed power generator. Responsibilities include but are not ...

Rivian

Staff Motor Control Engineer

Carson, CA · On-site

Role Summary The staff motor control engineer leads and contributes to the development and verification of motor control algorithms, primarily focusing on our innovative steering actuator system ...

Rivian

Staff Motor Control Engineer

Carson, CA · On-site

Role Summary The staff motor control engineer leads and contributes to the development and verification of motor control algorithms, primarily focusing on our innovative steering actuator system ...

Rivian

Staff Motor Control Engineer

Carson, CA · On-site

Role Summary The staff motor control engineer leads and contributes to the development and verification of motor control algorithms, primarily focusing on our innovative steering actuator system ...

Rivian

Staff Motor Thermal Engineer

Carson, CA · On-site

Role Summary As a Staff Motor Thermal Engineer, you will lead the thermal architecture and cooling strategy for our next-generation electric drive units. You will be a point of contact for direct-oil ...

Purple Hires Inc

Motor Design Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$81K - $110K/yr

Develops motor performance specifications and validation test plans. Conducts performance testing (efficiency, torque, speed, thermal, vibration, noise). * Analyzes and optimize motor efficiency.

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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for motor engineer in California is $100,420.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,900.00 and $115,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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As a Motor Engineer, you may spend your week designing new motor components, analyzing performance data, troubleshooting motor issues, and working with manufacturing teams to refine production processes. Collaboration with electrical, mechanical, and software engineers is common, as is preparing technical reports or documentation for clients and regulatory bodies. You may also participate in prototype testing and quality assurance activities to ensure engines or motors meet safety and performance standards. This variety keeps the role engaging and offers opportunities for both technical and collaborative skill development.

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To thrive as a Motor Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical or electrical engineering, with expertise in motor design, testing, and troubleshooting, typically supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with CAD software, simulation tools, and industry certifications such as Professional Engineer (PE) licensure are often essential. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and teamwork abilities help individuals excel in cross-disciplinary environments. These competencies are crucial for developing innovative, reliable motor systems and ensuring project success within competitive engineering teams.

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A Motor Engineer is responsible for the design, maintenance, and repair of motor vehicles and related systems. They diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, develop solutions, and ensure vehicles meet safety and performance standards. Motor Engineers may work in automotive manufacturing, repair shops, or research and development. Their role often involves using diagnostic tools, technical drawings, and engineering principles to improve vehicle efficiency and reliability.

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Motor Control Electrical Systems Engineer

Anduril Industries

Costa Mesa, CA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Anduril rating

9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Anduril

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7.4

Company rating compared to similar companies: 7.4 out of 10

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Job description

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Tactical Recon & Strike team at Anduril develops aerial small drones (Group 1-3) and all equipment to test, deploy and operate. The team is responsible for taking products like Ghost, Anvil, Bolt and Altius from concepts to operational systems. We work in close coordination with specialist teams to solve some of the hardest problems facing our customers. We are looking for software engineers, hardware engineers, roboticists, and front-end mobile developers who are excited about creating a powerful robotics platform that can be tasked and viewed in real-time through a variety of interfaces.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for a Motor Control Electrical Systems Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the end-to-end development of high-performance motor control systems in a fast-paced environment. You will guide cross-functional teams from initial architecture and board design through complex hardware-software troubleshooting to flight testing and customer delivery. This will require motor controls experience as well as lab-based prototyping/research and development experience. If you are someone with demonstrated technical leadership experience and experience working on products used in extreme environments (aerospace, defense, etc.), this role is for you.

WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Guide the team through architecture trades, board design, implementation, troubleshooting and validation, supporting system level integration, flight test and customer deliveries.
  • Drive the motor control fundamentals for optimal performance in contested and challenging environments.
  • Troubleshoot issues that span the electrical and software boundaries, with solid skills using both lab equipment (Oscilloscopes, DMM, etc.) and software debugging tools.
  • Work closely with other electrical, mechanical, software, firmware and test engineers to deliver fully functional products.
  • Work in a fast-paced environment supporting new developments, active deployments and customer operated hardware.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Lab-based prototyping/research and development experience.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Materials Sciences or equivalent.
  • Motor controls experience.
  • Experience working on products used in extreme environments (aerospace, defense, etc.).
  • U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data.
  • 5+ years of experience designing, testing, and troubleshooting complex embedded systems and products.
  • Demonstrated experience designing and integrating mixed signal circuits.
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Demonstrated ownership of unit and subsystem level payloads or products.
  • Demonstrated technical leadership experience.
  • Systems engineering and architectural trade experience with payloads or products.
  • Proficiency with embedded software and firmware (C/Linux is a plus).
  • Experience with developing for a safety-critical environment (human in the loop).
  • Knowledge of software protocols for embedded development, including use of timers, interrupts, hardware peripherals such as SPI controllers and ADCs.

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As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril delivers cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the warfighter in months, not years.

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Anduril Industries is a trailblazer in the technology industry based in Costa Mesa, CA, US. Founded in 2017 by Palmer Luckey, the creator of Oculus VR, the company focuses on developing innovative technology to equip and empower those in the defense sector. Its primary products include cutting-edge autonomous systems and AI software that assist in combating threats to national and global security. The mission of Anduril Industries is to integrate technology and defense by building transformative, scalable solutions that ensure a safer world.

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Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Costa Mesa, CA, US

Year founded

2017

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