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Tandem PV · 3 weeks ago

Mechatronic Engineer

positionSan Jose, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid Level

Tandem PV is a company focused on building sustainable solar technology through innovative engineering solutions. The Mechatronic Engineer will work on a variety of engineering challenges, collaborating with a cross-functional team to ensure robotic systems operate efficiently and reliably in field environments.

EnergyRenewable EnergySolar
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Design, test, and integrate electronics hardware, wiring schematics, and power/control systems
Lead hardware bring-ups for embedded systems, including Modbus devices and PLCs
Develop and execute robot bring-ups, calibrations, and verification procedures
Define and maintain robotic system requirements and documentation
Collaborate with mechanical and software teams on system integration and manufacturability
Support manufacturing handoff, ensuring designs are production-ready
Troubleshoot and resolve issues across electrical, mechanical, and software domains

Qualification

Embedded systemsRoboticsPower/control systemsPCB design (KiCAD)Electrical schematicsSolidworksIndustrial communication protocolsReal-time programmingTroubleshootingDesign-for-manufacturingLow voltage wiring

Required

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
Experience designing PCBs using KiCAD; able to build and debug circuits (e.g., variable load using digipots and resistors)
Familiar with Arduino, LabJack, and embedded prototyping tools
Skilled in reading and designing electrical schematics
Capable of basic part modeling and drawings with Solidworks
Experience with robotics, embedded systems, and hardware/software integration
Understanding of power and control systems for electromechanical devices
Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (Modbus, I2C, Serial, Visa,, etc.)
Real-time programming experience with PLCs or/and microcontrollers including PLC design, wiring, and programming (Siemens, Beckhoff TwinCAT)
Strong systems-level troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
Knowledge of design-for-manufacturing and production transfer best practices
Comfortable wiring low voltage (24 or 48 VDC) and industrial electrical (208 VAC, 480 VAC)

Benefits

Flexible Time Off
Healthcare coverage
Life Insurance
Long-term & Short-term Disability
Parental leave
Meaningful equity

Company

Tandem PV

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Tandem PV provides a unique opportunity for solar to reach new heights.
dateFounded in 2016
location
Fremont, California, USA
people-size11-50 employees
web-link
https://www.tandempv.com/

H1B Sponsorship

Tandem PV has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2020 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
Total Funding
$84.39M
Key Investors
California Energy CommissionEclipse VenturesU.S. Department of Energy Solar Energy Technologies Office
2025-07-17Grant· $4M
2025-03-04Series A· $50M
2025-03-04Debt Financing

Leadership Team

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Scott Wharton
CEO
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Colin Bailie
Founder, CTO
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Recent News

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2025-11-18
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