Team Lead - Electrical Engineering (f/m/d)

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

Team Lead - Electrical Engineering (f/m/d)

• Start date: As soon as possible

• Yearly Salary: €90,000 - €100,000 (fixed range, annual gross)

• Equity: €40,000 - €80,000 in company shares

• Benefits: Up to €5,000 annually

• Work model: Full-time, hybrid (based in Munich)

Your role

As our foundational Electrical Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Orbem’s hardware innovation. Joining our Hardware Engineering team, you’ll define and champion best practices in electrical design, driving the development of robust, scalable architectures for our next-generation automated systems. You’ll take full ownership of elevating our electrical platform — from hands-on circuit and system design to guiding architectural decisions that meet and exceed automation industry standards.

As the role evolves, you’ll transition into building and leading a high-caliber electrical engineering team, setting its long-term vision and technical strategy. Your work will directly influence the reliability, performance, and innovation of Orbem’s products, creating a lasting impact on the technology we bring to the world.

Your day to day

Your responsibilities include:

• Designing and enhancing electrical systems for complex automation, including creating detailed wiring diagrams and electrical distribution across subsystems.

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to elevate our products, ensuring full compliance with electrical standards in the automation industry (both EU and US markets).

• Taking ownership of the electrical engineering roadmap, from initial design and validation to long-term strategy.

• Mentoring junior engineers and team members, acting as the subject matter expert for all electrical engineering challenges.

• Building the electrical engineering team from scratch, which includes defining the strategy, hiring a high-performing team, and securing necessary resources.

• Mentoring junior engineers and team members, acting as the subject matter expert for all electrical engineering challenges.

Your experiences and skills

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.

Skills and Experience

• Vast experience in electrical engineering, particularly in the (food) automation industry.

• Proficient in creating and interpreting wiring diagrams and designing electrical distribution boxes, motor control circuits and PLC systems for automation systems (EPLAN, SolidWorks Electrical, AutoCad Electrical).

• Proven expertise with low and high voltage system design.

• Demonstrated ability or high potential to mentor and lead a team.

• Strong collaborative skills and a proactive, "get-it-done" attitude.

What makes you stand out from other candidates

• Experience with radio frequency (RF) systems.

• A background working with MRI systems or in the food industry.

• In-depth knowledge of electrical standards and compliance for both the EU and US markets, e.g. IEC 60204-1

• A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a strong motivation to solve complex challenges.

• Excitement and determination to build a new team and function from the ground up.

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:

• Stock Options: Share in Orbem’s success.

• Visa & Relocation Support: Seamless support for your move to Germany.

• Learning & Development: €1,750 annual budget for personal growth.

• Fitness Membership: Access to Urban Sports Club or Wellpass.

• Childcare Reimbursement: Support for Kita/Kindergarten fees.

• Deutschland Ticket: Full coverage of public transportation.

Work-Life Integration:

• Flexible Hours & Home Office: Work when and where it suits you.

• WFH Perks: Get €185 to upgrade your home office + a sleek external monitor on us!

• 30 Days Paid Leave: Plenty of time to recharge.

• Personal Leave: Flexibility for life’s important moments.

• Work from Anywhere: Experience new cultures and environments for up to 60 days per year.

Make a Difference: Join an ambitious, fast-growing team working on breakthrough technology. In our scale-up environment, you’ll have the freedom to lead your projects and make an impact. We provide a platform for you to explore, innovate, and define your vision for the future. At Orbem, we’re committed to helping you discover your strengths, and while we aim to teach you, we also want to learn from you. 

Your team

As an Team Lead, Electrical Engineering, you become part of our diverse and international team. Learn more about the team members, their work, and challenges here: https://orbem.ai/company/  

At Orbem, we're committed to building a smart, diverse team, and we recognize that self-doubt can prevent talented individuals from applying. If you feel you don't meet every requirement, we'd love to hear from you anyway!