Senior Electrical Field Engineer

Orbem is an impact-driven deep-tech scaleup with global reach, founded in Munich, Germany and now expanding internationally with our newest office in Houston, Texas. We develop fast, accurate, and accessible imaging solutions that provide access to otherwise unattainable sources of knowledge.

We seek to make a difference – and develop solutions to sustainably feed the world, accelerate the transition to a green economy, and transform disease detection.

Join us on our mission to unleash AI-powered imaging for everything and everyone

Senior Electrical Field Engineer

• Starting date: As soon as possible

• Yearly Salary: $96,250 - $103,125 (fixed range, annual gross)

• Equity: $22,000 - $44,000 in company shares

• Work model: Full-time, Hybrid in Houston, Texas

Your role

As a Senior Electrical Field Engineer, you will take a hands-on approach to validating, installing, and maintaining our electrical equipment that is provided with our MRI scanning solutions at customer sites.

You will collaborate closely with our product, systems engineering, and software teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and adapted to local conditions.

You will handle everything from reviewing electrical drawings, adapting them to local regulations, inspecting electrical systems, to supporting on-site activities, including providing insights to local electricians for installation, servicing, and maintenance.

Join our team and be part of the pioneering group launching our US operations! Be among the first to shape the future from day one.

Your day to day

As a critical liaison between the R&D, field operations, and the customer, your work involves validating, installing, and maintaining our electrical equipment that is provided with our automation & MRI scanning solutions at customer sites.

Your responsibilities include:

• Validate and review electrical schematics and drawings prepared by our R&D team.

• Adapt electrical schematics to ensure they adhere to local regulations in the US and validate them with our systems engineering and compliance teams.

• Evaluate local electrical conditions for site requirements needed for customer installations & ensure electrical site readiness.

• Inspect and validate electrical components that are delivered to our premises and customer sites for installation.

• Instruct local electricians and customer contractors regarding the installation or troubleshooting of our electrical equipment.

• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical issues and malfunctions, providing on-site solutions.

• Install, test, and commission equipment, systems, or machinery at customer sites.

• Mentor, train, and collaborate with the rest of the team for knowledge-sharing on all electrical aspects of our systems.

• Test system performance and teach the customer about safety, service, and operation.

• Collaborate with product management & systems engineering on customer feedback and product improvement.

• Coordinate with suppliers on on-site servicing, repair, or redesign of electrical components.

Fit to our values

• We own every challenge: we enjoy complexity and thrive under uncertainty

• We strive for better: we seize any opportunity for growth and challenge the status quo. We are constantly learning and improving

• We imagine new frontiers: we think beyond ‘doable’ and ‘reasonable’. We design a sustainable and healthy future together

Competencies, Experience, and Skills

• You have a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or similar; the alternative is higher professional technical education in electrical engineering or as an electrician.

• Knowledge of the architecture of industrial automation systems and their components.

• You have 7+ years of experience designing, installing and commissioning industrial power distribution electrical systems, ideally including automation or imaging systems.

• Strong understanding of electrical systems, specifically power distribution systems for industrial machinery.

• Strong understanding of the National Electric Code (NEC) or NFPA 70 with experience in design, oversight, and compliance review.

• Strong communication skills and confidence when interacting with customers, their contractors and suppliers, ensuring clear and effective collaboration.

• Proactive problem-solver with a practical, hands-on approach, unafraid to take action and ownership to drive results.

• Expertise in diagnosing technical issues, identifying root causes, and coordinating with the appropriate teams or specialists for resolution.

• Customer-facing experience.

• Willingness and ability to travel to various customer sites across North America for installation, servicing, and maintenance, and to Europe for training for around 50% of the time.

• You possess a valid U.S. driver’s license

What makes you stand out from other candidates

• You have experience with MRI technology.

• You have a master’s degree in electrical engineering or something similar.

• Appreciation for interdisciplinary collaboration, thriving in environments that integrate diverse perspectives and expertise.

• You speak more than one language, ideally Spanish.

• Basic proficiency in Linux, with the ability to navigate and perform essential tasks within the system.

• You’re an individual contributor with a team-oriented mindset, actively contributing to a positive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment.

• Experience with wiring schematic creation tools (Eplan & AutoDesk Electrical) to validate, modify, and create wiring diagrams.

• Experience using CAD tools (AutoCAD) to draw site plans (DWG files) or technical drawings & wiring schematic diagrams.

What we offer

International Environment: Join a team with 40+ nationalities across 5 continents, all driven by a shared purpose: shedding light on the world’s toughest challenges.

Attractive Compensation Package:

• Learning & Development opportunities: provided through our benefits partner, ADP Workforce + $2000 annual budget for personal growth.

• Relocation Support: Seamless support for your move to Houston (budget for the relocation).

• Commuter Benefits: Save money on your daily commute with pre-tax transit and parking benefits.

Well-Being Benefits:

• Medical Insurance: We will cover 75% of the medical insurance premium, allowing access to high-quality healthcare with ease. Additionally, we offer 50% coverage for the dependents.

• Dental and Vision Insurance: We will cover 50% of the dental and vision insurance premiums for the team member and the dependents.

• 401k* (Retirement savings plan): A retirement savings plan to help you secure your financial future. Orbem will match 100% of your contribution, up to 5% of your salary.

• Wellness Program: Wellness program: Access to Premium fitness providers partnering with ADP.

Work-Life Integration:

• Flexible Work Arrangements: Orbem fosters a culture that encourages flexibility in work hours and locations.

• 25 days of Paid Time Off annually. This covers vacation, personal, and sick days. Additionally, we offer 8 paid public holidays

• Family/parental leave: Our parental leave policy offers up to 12 weeks annually for bonding with a newborn, adoption, or caring for a seriously ill family member.

Make a Difference: Join a dynamic, fast-growing team at the forefront of breakthrough technology. In our scale-up environment, you’ll have the autonomy to lead projects and make a real impact. We foster a culture of learning and growth, providing a platform for you to explore, innovate, and shape your vision for the future. At Orbem, we’re committed to helping you discover your strengths, while valuing what we can learn from you as well.

Your team

As a Senior Electrical Integration Engineer, you become part of our diverse and international team. Learn more about our talented team, their impactful work, and the challenges they tackle at www.orbem.ai 

Orbem is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and offer reasonable accommodations during the application and employment process.