Senior Electrical Engineer at Lime

San Francisco, California, United States

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$126,000 – $174,000Compensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Micromobility, Electric Vehicles, TransportationIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
7+ years of industry experience as an Electrical Engineer, seeing products through every phase of the development cycle
Proficient in PCB design, production, and testing with a strong understanding of analog and digital circuit design, power systems, and embedded systems
Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary team environment
Experience working in an evolving startup environment
In-the-moment problem solver with ability to think about short-term and long-term plans
Collaborative mindset to adapt and react quickly to change
Energized about building and scaling in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
Preferred: Within quick drive to San Francisco office
Preferred: Previous experience developing various RF protocols (LTE, WiFi, Bluetooth, NFC, etc.)
Preferred: Proficient in Altium Designer
Preferred: Experience working with JDM/ODM
Preferred: Experience working on a remote, distributed team
Preferred: Developed hardware-in-the-loop testing

Responsibilities

Develop various electrical subsystems used in Lime vehicles and parking infrastructure, including system architecture definition and component selection, schematic capture, PCBA layout, board bring-up, and test
Collaborate with mechanical, firmware, and product teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems
Collaborate on component selection and own design of various RF modules, including antenna design and optimization
Become an expert in Lime’s core technologies, staying well informed on and bringing the latest technologies to your area of focus
Debug & troubleshoot complex electrical problems, bringing new ideas and proposing innovative solutions to existing challenges
Bring documentation best practices to Lime to help develop design guidelines, testing protocols, and test reports
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the professional development of the team
Occasional domestic or international travel to support manufacturing or field failures

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Schematic CapturePCBA LayoutBoard Bring-upSystem ArchitectureComponent SelectionElectrical SubsystemsFirmware IntegrationPCB DesignTesting

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Senior Electrical Engineer position?

The salary range is $126K - $174K.

Is this a remote, hybrid, or in-office role?

This is a hybrid role, with preference for candidates within a quick drive to the San Francisco office where the Hardware Engineering team regularly gathers for product development, prototyping, and testing. Occasional domestic or international travel is also expected.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

Candidates need a Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering or related field, 7+ years of industry experience seeing products through the full development cycle, and proficiency in PCB design, production, and testing with strong knowledge of analog/digital circuit design, power systems, and embedded systems.

What is the work environment like at Lime?

Lime offers a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment where you'll collaborate with mechanical, firmware, and product teams, mentor junior engineers, and adapt quickly to change while contributing to sustainable transportation.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Electrical Engineer role?

A strong candidate is a detail-oriented self-starter with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, experience in an evolving startup, and the ability to collaborate across teams while mentoring juniors and bringing innovative solutions.

Lime

Provides shared electric bikes and scooters

About Lime

Lime operates in the micromobility market, providing shared electric bikes and scooters for rent through a mobile app. Users can easily locate, unlock, and pay for these vehicles, making it a convenient option for short-distance travel. The company generates revenue primarily through ride fees, which include a base fee and a per-minute charge. Lime differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on sustainability and continuously upgrading its fleet, including the latest Gen4 electric scooters that enhance ride quality. Additionally, Lime is exploring partnerships with cities to integrate its services into public transportation networks and is piloting augmented reality technology to improve parking solutions. The goal of Lime is to create a future where transportation is shared, affordable, and carbon-free.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$1,429.9MTotal Funding

CONVERTIBLECompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Energy, Consumer SoftwareIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Opportunity to revolutionize transportation in cities around the world with the leader in urban micro-mobility solutions

Scale with a rapidly growing organization, with significant opportunity for growth

Play a role in the transformation of urban mobility and sustainability

Work with a team of successful, fun and motivated people

Competitive salary and benefits

Risks

Competition from Bolt Technology's U.S. expansion may impact Lime's market share.

Uber's 'One Less Car' trial includes competitors, potentially diluting Lime's customer base.

Regulatory challenges in new markets like Vancouver could delay Lime's expansion plans.

Differentiation

Lime is the world's largest shared electric vehicle company, leading in micromobility.

Lime's computer vision platform enhances safety with advanced sidewalk detection technology.

LimeGlider offers a unique seated electric vehicle experience, blending bike comfort with scooter ease.

Upsides

Lime's partnership with Vancouver strengthens its position in the Canadian micromobility market.

Collaboration with Uber's 'One Less Car' trial could expand Lime's user base significantly.

New e-bikes with throttle in Seattle improve user experience on hilly terrains.

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