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Trainee Motor Control Engineer Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

True Anomaly

Engineering Manager, Mechanisms

Denver, CO · On-site

$155K - $230K/yr

... motor control engineer, to develop fully vertically integrated actuation solutions * Oversee end-to-end mechanisms development lifecycle: requirements definition, mechanical and motor control design ...

Atomos Systems

Embedded Controls Engineer

Boulder, CO · On-site

$86K - $112K/yr

We're looking for a hands-on Embedded Controls Engineer to own firmware, plant identification, and ... Motor control background (BLDC/PMSM, FOC) - strong plus, especially if you know where the standard ...

Takraf

Electrical Engineer

Denver, CO

$106K/yr

... and motor control centers * Travel to site to assist in the start-up and commissioning of the project Minimum Education/Experience: * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with specialty in ...

Takraf

Electrical Project Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$115K/yr

... motor control centers, PLC cabinets and HMI, Travel to site to assist in the start-up and commissioning of the project. Minimum Education/Experience: * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering ...

Urban Sky

Senior Electrical Engineer

Denver, CO

$110K - $144K/yr

The Senior Electrical Engineer is a hands-on technical leader responsible for the architecture ... motor/winch control electronics, and termination/cutter circuits. This role will develop design ...

Urban Sky

Senior Electrical Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$110K - $144K/yr

Our team consists of engineers, makers, developers, and doers who believe in the power of human ... Hands-on experience with motor control electronics (BLDC/stepper, current sensing, closed-loop ...

Urban Sky

Senior Electrical Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$110K - $144K/yr

Our team consists of engineers, makers, developers, and doers who believe in the power of human ... Hands-on experience with motor control electronics (BLDC/stepper, current sensing, closed-loop ...

Albedo

Senior Firmware Engineer

Broomfield, CO

$130K - $160K/yr

Work directly with FPGA/gateware engineers to read memory maps, build drivers, and debug cross ... Motor control and field-oriented control for brushless or CMG-class motors. * Real-time control ...

pca

Staff Engineer - Electrical

Salt Lake City, UT

The Staff Engineer will travel to various PCA locations in the Western United States to support ... AC/DC Motors and Drives * 480V Motor Control Centers * Variable Frequency Drives * PLC's and ...

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What is the difference between Trainee Motor Control Engineer vs Electrical Engineering Intern?

AspectTrainee Motor Control EngineerElectrical Engineering Intern
CredentialsTypically pursuing or holding a degree in electrical or control engineeringUsually undergraduate students in electrical engineering or related fields
Work EnvironmentHands-on training in motor control systems, automation labs, manufacturing plantsAssisting in electrical design, testing, and research projects in labs or offices
Industry UsageCommon in automation, robotics, manufacturing sectors

The Trainee Motor Control Engineer focuses specifically on motor control systems and automation, often requiring specialized knowledge in control theory and electrical systems. In contrast, an Electrical Engineering Intern has a broader scope, gaining experience across various electrical disciplines. Both roles serve as entry points into the electrical industry, but the Trainee Motor Control Engineer role is more specialized towards motor control applications.

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Mechanisms Engineer (III or Senior), Motor Control

True Anomaly

Denver, CO • On-site

$115K - $170K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.
OUR MISSION
True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors - enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.
OUR VALUES
  • Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.
  • What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.
  • It's the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.

YOUR MISSION
True Anomaly is seeking a talented and experienced Motor Control Engineer at the Mid-career or Senior level to join our Mechanisms team, reporting to the Mechanisms Engineering Manager. In this role, you will own both the drive electronics hardware and the embedded firmware for precision motor-driven actuation systems on our orbital platforms. You will design and develop custom motor drive circuits, closed-loop servo control algorithms, and the embedded software that ties them together - delivering vertically integrated solutions built for the demanding thermal, radiation, and reliability requirements of spaceflight. You bring equal depth in hardware and firmware, thrive in a hands-on environment, and take pride in seeing your work perform on-orbit.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Design and develop motor drive electronics for brushless DC and stepper motor systems, including gate driver circuits, current sensing, power stage design, and EMI mitigation
  • Develop and implement embedded firmware for closed-loop motor control, including FOC/BLDC commutation algorithms, PID and advanced control loops, and fault detection and handling
  • Perform motor and drive system characterization, including torque-speed profiling, efficiency mapping, and thermal analysis
  • Collaborate closely with the GNC team to develop and validate closed-loop pointing, stabilization, and tracking control for precision actuation applications
  • Define and execute motor drive hardware bring-up, integration, and qualification test campaigns
  • Support system-level integration of motor control electronics and firmware with spacecraft avionics and flight software
  • Develop and maintain design documentation including schematics, firmware architecture, test plans, and analysis reports
  • Contribute to component selection, trade studies, and design reviews across the mechanisms product portfolio
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of mechanisms engineering processes and practices

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred)
  • 5+ years of professional experience in motor control system design, with demonstrated depth in both drive electronics hardware and embedded firmware
  • Experience with brushless DC and/or stepper motor drive circuit design, including power stage, gate driver, and current sensing topologies
  • Experience implementing closed-loop motor control algorithms including FOC, BLDC commutation, and PID-based servo control in embedded firmware
  • Proficiency in embedded C or C++ for real-time motor control applications
  • Familiarity with common embedded communication interfaces (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN) and their application in motor drive systems
  • Experience with hardware bring-up, debug, and characterization using lab test equipment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
  • Experience with space-qualified or high-reliability motor drive electronics for vacuum and radiation environments
  • Familiarity with precision pointing or tracking system requirements and GNC interface design
  • Experience with motor control using DSPs, FPGAs, or microcontrollers (STM32, TI C2000, or similar)
  • Knowledge of magnetic bearing or brushless motor design and winding analysis
  • Experience with thermal analysis and thermal management of power electronics in SWaP-constrained designs
  • Familiarity with applicable aerospace standards (MIL-STD-704, MIL-STD-461, EEE-INST-002)
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, startup environment or a similarly dynamic setting

COMPENSATION
  • Base Salaries:
    • Mechanisms Engineer III: $115,000-$170,000
    • Senior Mechanisms Engineer: $150,000-$220,000
  • Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Ability to maintain or obtain TS//SCI clearance
  • Work Location-this role will be onsite at either our Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA locations, with travel to other sites as needed.
  • Work environment-the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
  • Physical demands-the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.

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