The RoleWe are seeking a senior hardware leader to spearhead the development of our hardware ecosystem, including the Arable Mark 3 and future sensing platforms.
This pivotal role will shape the future of our sensing platforms while ensuring exceptional agricultural technology solutions worldwide.
What You Will Do:- Lead hardware engineering throughout product lifecycle from concept to production
- Manage domestic and offshore manufacturing operations
- Oversee and validate ODM designs to meet Arable's quality standards
- Develop technical documentation for designs, testing, and support
- Lead prototyping efforts for new hardware products and features
- Participate in product validation and testing with QA teams
- Collaborate with product management, software, operations, and customer success
- Manage key vendor relationships and component selection
- Coordinate bug tracking and resolution for hardware issues
- Support manufacturing test fixtures and processes
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship, helping to influence technology direction and build long-term organizational capability
What you bring:Required:- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related field
- 6+ years of hardware engineering experience with full PCB design lifecycle
- Proficiency with schematic capture, PCB layout, and board bring-up, and lab equipment
- Knowledge of regulatory testing (FCC, CE) and NPI processes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Self-starter who works well in fast-paced environments
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
Preferred- Advanced technical degree
- 8+ years bringing multiple hardware products to mass production
- Experience managing or collaborating with offshore teams
- Knowledge of C programming for embedded systems
- Wireless product design (WiFi, BLE, cellular) and/or RTOS experience
- Background in agricultural or environmental sensor technology
- Prior experience building and leading engineering initiatives, teams, or processes
- Expertise in low-power system design, particularly for solar-powered and battery-powered devices
Qualities for Success:- Passion for Sustainability: Care deeply about global food systems and environmental impact
- Startup Mindset: Thrive in fast-paced environments with multiple responsibilities
- Technical Leadership: Ownership of projects and influence on technology roadmap
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Effective communication across different teams
- Resourcefulness: Design cost-effective solutions and troubleshoot in field
- Adaptability: Stay current with emerging technologies and navigate new challenges
- Leadership Potential: Ability to inspire, mentor, and elevate peers and partners
What We OfferAt Arable, you will be joining a company of dedicated team players who bring together diverse expertise and a passion for building a more sustainable future. You'll find no shortage of lively conversation around the lunch table about the food we eat and how it is produced. We are a fast-moving startup committed to providing a rewarding employee experience through the work we do, the team, compensation, and benefits, including:
- Excellent medical, dental, vision, life, disability benefits, and a 401k Program
>- Ability to work closely with customers who are hungry for our product and where we can make a positive impact on their livelihood and the world
>- A focus on community involvement and career development
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