Rice University · 8 hours ago
Electrical Engineer
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$110K/yr - $110K/yr
4+ years expRice University is ranked among the nation’s top 20 universities and is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join a research-driven engineering team. The role involves designing, testing, and optimizing high-voltage and high-frequency electrical heating systems in collaboration with a research team.
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Responsibilities
Assist in the design, simulation, and analysis of high-voltage and high-frequency electrical systems and components
Support prototype development, testing, and troubleshooting, including lab-based measurements and field testing
Conduct high-voltage safety reviews, test procedures, and documentation
Analyze signal integrity, electromagnetic interference (EMI/EMC), and thermal performance
Prepare technical documentation, reports, and design reviews
Collaborate with students and staff at the university and assist in the transition to a local start-up company
Perform all other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field
Minimum 4+ years of experience in high-voltage and high-frequency engineering (industry, research, internship, or equivalent)
Working knowledge of high-voltage systems, insulation methods, and safety practices
Working knowledge of RF, microwave, or high-speed digital circuit principles
Working knowledge of oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and high-voltage test equipment
Ability to read and generate electrical schematics and technical drawings
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Preferred
Experience with power electronics, pulsed power, RF systems, or microwave components
Experience with EMI/EMC mitigation and compliance testing
Experience with PCB layout for high-frequency or high-voltage applications
Familiarity with relevant standards (IEEE, IEC, MIL-STD, etc.)
Company
Rice University
Rice University is a private research university that focuses on providing undergraduate education services.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$80.9MKey Investors
National Heart, Lung and Blood InstituteAdvanced Research Projects Agency for HealthUS Department of Energy
2024-09-19Grant
2024-08-13Grant· $18M
2023-07-27Grant
Leadership Team
Ken Medlock
James A Baker III and Susan G Baker Fellow in Energy and Resource Economics
Kyle Judah
Executive Director, Liu Idea Lab for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (Lilie)
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