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Apptronik is a human-centered robotics company developing AI-powered robots to support humanity in every facet of life. Our flagship humanoid robot, Apollo, is built to collaborate thoughtfully with people, starting with critical industries such as manufacturing and logistics, with future applications in healthcare, the home, and beyond.
We operate at the cutting edge of embodied AI, applying our expertise across the full robotics stack to solve some of society's most important problems. You will join a team dedicated to bringing Apollo to market at scale, tackling the complex challenges like safety, commercialization, and mass production to change the world for the better.
JOB SUMMARY
We're looking for an experienced Staff Electrical Safety Engineer to drive our electrical safety and compliance strategy for the Apollo humanoid robot. We are primarily interested in candidates who have developed and released products to the market in robotics, automotive, medical, personal electronics, or enterprise spaces. In this job role, you will own the strategy for requirements, design, and testing for the electrical systems in and around Apollo.
Responsibilities
- Define electrical requirements, design processes, and test strategy to ensure Apollo meets system- and product-level requirements.
- Review system electrical architecture and PCBA designs for safety, compliance, and industry best practices. Ensure proper creepages, clearances, wire sizing, components, and protection methods are followed.
- Develop documentation and perform calculations associated with HARA, DFMEA, MTTFd, FIT, DC, and PFH.
- Collaborate with leadership, program management, and cross-functional teams to plan and execute company strategy.
- Define, simulate, and verify electronics and electrical system requirements.
- Design, implement, and test multi-layer mixed signal PCBAs.
- Design hardware to meet functional safety requirements, implementing redundant systems, fail-safe mechanisms, and diagnostic features to meet or exceed industry safety standards.
- Rapid prototyping of electrical systems at both system and board levels.
- Generate design documentation such as schematics, block diagrams, test plans and procedures, fabrication and assembly drawings.
- Develop and execute comprehensive validation and test plans, design necessary test fixtures, and execute rigorous testing to confirm compliance with performance specifications and regulatory standards (e.g., UL, TÜV).
- Participate in the debugging and root cause analysis related to hardware and software defect resolution.
- Own the entire lifecycle of electronics and electrical systems from initial concept and architecture definition through design, prototyping, validation, production release, change requests, and ongoing support.
- Mentor junior and senior engineers.
- Manage 3rd party relationships with vendors, contract manufacturers, and external design services.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors, Masters, or PhD degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- 8+ years of experience in electronics development.
- Demonstrated experience in product safety and compliance including one or more ISO 13849-1, IEC 61508, IEC 60204-1, IEC 61800-5-1, IEC 62368-1.
- Demonstrated experience taking a product through compliance testing with UL/TÜV/etc.
- Experience with mobile robotics standards UL3100, ISO 3961-4.
- Experience designing PCBAs and systems for ESD, hi-pot, creepages and clearances on PCBAs and enclosure.
- Experience debugging electronics and systems with compliance testing fails.
- Competent in CAD tools including Altium or similar tools.
- Extensive experience with electronics lab tools and simulation tools (ex: LTSpice, PSpice).
- Excellent communication (verbal & written); will be expected to develop detailed build assembly instructions and diagrams.
- Excellent problem-solving and hardware debugging skills.
- Hands-on experience with prototyping and testing, including the use of lab equipment.
- Experience with robotics or designing electronics for lightweight, space-constrained systems is a significant plus.
- Nice to have - experience with UL 2271, IEC 62619, or UN38.3.
- Nice to have - subject matter expertise in the following areas: power electronics, motor drive, battery and charger development, high-speed digital or compute carrier board design, or DFx.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
- Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen
- Hearing and speech to communicate
This is a direct hire. Please, no outside Agency solicitations.
Apptronik provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
INTRODUCTION
Apptronik is a human-centered robotics company developing AI-powered robots to support humanity in every facet of life. Our flagship humanoid robot, Apollo, is built to collaborate thoughtfully with people, starting with critical industries such as manufacturing and logistics, with future applications in healthcare, the home, and beyond.
We operate at the cutting edge of embodied AI, applying our expertise across the full robotics stack to solve some of society's most important problems. You will join a team dedicated to bringing Apollo to market at scale, tackling the complex challenges like safety, commercialization, and mass production to change the world for the better.
JOB SUMMARY
We're looking for an experienced Staff Electrical Safety Engineer to drive our electrical safety and compliance strategy for the Apollo humanoid robot. We are primarily interested in candidates who have developed and released products to the market in robotics, automotive, medical, personal electronics, or enterprise spaces. In this job role, you will own the strategy for requirements, design, and testing for the electrical systems in and around Apollo.
Responsibilities
- Define electrical requirements, design processes, and test strategy to ensure Apollo meets system- and product-level requirements.
- Review system electrical architecture and PCBA designs for safety, compliance, and industry best practices. Ensure proper creepages, clearances, wire sizing, components, and protection methods are followed.
- Develop documentation and perform calculations associated with HARA, DFMEA, MTTFd, FIT, DC, and PFH.
- Collaborate with leadership, program management, and cross-functional teams to plan and execute company strategy.
- Define, simulate, and verify electronics and electrical system requirements.
- Design, implement, and test multi-layer mixed signal PCBAs.
- Design hardware to meet functional safety requirements, implementing redundant systems, fail-safe mechanisms, and diagnostic features to meet or exceed industry safety standards.
- Rapid prototyping of electrical systems at both system and board levels.
- Generate design documentation such as schematics, block diagrams, test plans and procedures, fabrication and assembly drawings.
- Develop and execute comprehensive validation and test plans, design necessary test fixtures, and execute rigorous testing to confirm compliance with performance specifications and regulatory standards (e.g., UL, TÜV).
- Participate in the debugging and root cause analysis related to hardware and software defect resolution.
- Own the entire lifecycle of electronics and electrical systems from initial concept and architecture definition through design, prototyping, validation, production release, change requests, and ongoing support.
- Mentor junior and senior engineers.
- Manage 3rd party relationships with vendors, contract manufacturers, and external design services.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors, Masters, or PhD degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- 8+ years of experience in electronics development.
- Demonstrated experience in product safety and compliance including one or more ISO 13849-1, IEC 61508, IEC 60204-1, IEC 61800-5-1, IEC 62368-1.
- Demonstrated experience taking a product through compliance testing with UL/TÜV/etc.
- Experience with mobile robotics standards UL3100, ISO 3961-4.
- Experience designing PCBAs and systems for ESD, hi-pot, creepages and clearances on PCBAs and enclosure.
- Experience debugging electronics and systems with compliance testing fails.
- Competent in CAD tools including Altium or similar tools.
- Extensive experience with electronics lab tools and simulation tools (ex: LTSpice, PSpice).
- Excellent communication (verbal & written); will be expected to develop detailed build assembly instructions and diagrams.
- Excellent problem-solving and hardware debugging skills.
- Hands-on experience with prototyping and testing, including the use of lab equipment.
- Experience with robotics or designing electronics for lightweight, space-constrained systems is a significant plus.
- Nice to have - experience with UL 2271, IEC 62619, or UN38.3.
- Nice to have - subject matter expertise in the following areas: power electronics, motor drive, battery and charger development, high-speed digital or compute carrier board design, or DFx.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
- Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen
- Hearing and speech to communicate
This is a direct hire. Please, no outside Agency solicitations.
Apptronik provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Compliance
Map your degree to the role
USCIS scrutinizes whether your academic field directly supports the Compliance position. A finance, law, accounting, or business degree typically satisfies specialty occupation requirements. A general management degree may not, so document the connection explicitly before applying.
Use OFLC Wage Search to set expectations
Look up prevailing wage levels for Compliance Managers and Compliance Officers by metro area before negotiating. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing rate, so knowing Level I through Level IV ranges protects your negotiating position.
Target regulated industries with filing history
Banks, insurance carriers, pharmaceutical companies, and publicly traded corporations maintain dedicated compliance functions and file H-1B petitions regularly. Prioritize employers in FDIC-regulated, SEC-registered, or FDA-overseen sectors over startups where compliance is informal.
Find sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate by occupation to see which employers have active LCA filings for Compliance roles. You can filter by industry and location, so you spend time applying to companies that have already demonstrated willingness to sponsor.
Clarify scope during the offer stage
Ask your prospective employer whether the Compliance role will be classified under a specific SOC code, such as Compliance Managers or Financial Examiners. The SOC code on the LCA determines your prevailing wage level and can affect petition approval if it mismatches your actual duties.
Understand cap-exempt employer options
Nonprofit hospitals, university-affiliated research compliance offices, and certain government contractors may qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers. If you're in the lottery backlog, pursuing these organizations lets you start without waiting for an October 1 start date.
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Find Compliance JobsCompliance H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Compliance jobs qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Yes, most Compliance roles qualify when the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as finance, accounting, law, or business administration. USCIS evaluates the actual job duties, not just the title. Roles like Compliance Analyst, AML Investigator, or Regulatory Affairs Manager consistently meet the specialty occupation standard when the employer documents the degree requirement in the LCA and supporting evidence.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Compliance professionals?
Financial services, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and technology companies are the most active H-1B sponsors for Compliance roles. Banks and broker-dealers face strict regulatory obligations under federal law, creating sustained demand for sponsored compliance staff. You can browse employers with verified H-1B LCA filings for Compliance positions on Migrate Mate, filtered by industry and metro area.
Can my employer file my H-1B petition if I'm already working on OPT?
Yes, and timing matters. Your employer must file your H-1B petition during the annual registration window, typically in March, for an October 1 start date. If you're on STEM OPT, your cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization from the OPT expiration date through September 30 if your petition is timely filed and selected. Confirm your employer is prepared to file before your OPT window closes.
What happens to my H-1B if I change employers after joining a Compliance role?
H-1B portability lets you start working for a new employer as soon as the new I-129 petition is filed, provided you've been in valid H-1B status and are moving to a similar occupational classification. For Compliance professionals, this generally means staying within a compliance, regulatory, or financial crimes function. Your new employer files a fresh LCA with DOL and a transfer petition with USCIS before your last day at the original employer.
Does my employer have to post a public notice for a Compliance H-1B role?
Yes. Before filing the LCA with DOL, your employer must post a public notice for ten consecutive business days at the worksite where you'll perform the Compliance duties. This is a mandatory step under H-1B regulations and is separate from any internal job posting. The notice must include the wage rate, job title, and period of employment. Remote Compliance roles have specific worksite posting rules that your employer's HR or legal team must follow.
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