Senior Electrical Engineer

Electrical Test Engineer

Location: Ithaca, NY

Job Type: Full-Time & In-Person

Ecolectro develops specialty polymers and electrolytic cells for green hydrogen production, fuel cell technology, and electrolyzers. Our breakthrough alkaline exchange materials exhibit high ionic conductivity and exceptionally high chemical stability. These desirable characteristics reduce device costs and enable scalable green hydrogen, promoting access to clean energy and economically sustainable fuels.

We’re seeking a motivated Senior Electrical Engineer to join our fast-growing team in advancing electrolyzer technology. This role focuses on designing, testing, and optimizing electrical systems for AEM water electrolyzers, including power electronics and control systems. The position requires hands-on involvement in system integration, safety analysis, and troubleshooting. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, actively participating in the design, assembly, and maintenance of electrical systems, and driving innovation in hydrogen production.

Responsibilities:

• Lead testing, troubleshooting, and optimization of power electronic and electrical systems
• Oversee wiring integration, create electrical drawings, and troubleshoot complex systems  
• Design and deploy test equipment; develop procedures, analyze results, and create reports
• Maintain and troubleshoot lab equipment, including PLC/SCADA systems and microcontrollers
• Write PLC logic and program microcontrollers for automated testing and data acquisition
• Support prototyping and validation of electrical components and provide engineering support
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Qualifications:

• 5+ years in testing and troubleshooting of electrical systems, ideally in power electronics
• Experience with PLC/SCADA, microcontrollers, and electrical integration
• Strong skills in circuit design, control systems, and data analysis (Matlab, Python)
• Organized with strong documentation and communication skills
• Eager to innovate and collaborate across teams

Preferred Qualifications:

• Power Electronics: Expertise in high-power DC systems for electrolyzers; strong in design, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Electrical Controls: Skilled in PLC, SCADA, and microcontroller programming for automation and data acquisition.
• Electrical Safety: Knowledge of standards (NFPA 70E, IEC 61508) for safe hydrogen handling and electrical hazard prevention.
• High-Voltage Systems: Experience with HV/HC systems, ideally in electrolyzer or industrial energy applications.
• System Integration: Proficient in electrical wiring, integration, and documentation for robust system connections.
• Data Analysis: Proficiency in Matlab, Python for optimizing system performance.
• Renewable Integration: Familiarity with grid-independent and renewable systems for hydrogen production.
• Collaboration: Strong communicator with a collaborative approach to innovation.