Senior IoT Engineer - Research & Development

What We Do

At Terabase Energy, we believe that digitalization and automation will drive the

next wave of innovation and cost reduction in large-scale solar. To unlock the full

potential of this opportunity, Terabase is developing an interconnected software

and construction automation platform. We work alongside project developers,

owners, and engineering & construction firms to support the design, optimization,

and construction of some of the largest solar projects in the world.

Our team is a blend of solar-industry veterans and newcomers—thought leaders,

dreamers, software, electrical, and mechanical engineers, coders, product

managers, project managers, and commercial professionals. We're headquartered

in Northern California, with additional offices across the U.S. and globally.

If this sounds like the kind of challenge that excites you, we’d love to hear from you.

The Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior R&D Engineer to lead

the development of cutting-edge industrial IoT products that provide critical

infrastructure for construction automation in the utility-scale solar sector. This is a

hands-on, multidisciplinary engineering role—ideal for individuals who thrive in fast-paced, collaborative startup environments and are passionate about building

impactful, integrated systems from the ground up.

This position requires in-person work at our Davis, California R&D facility. Relocation assistance may be available for highly qualified candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, prototyping, and testing of IoT solutions that support

broader construction automation initiatives, including electrical, mechanical,

and user-facing components.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop integrated

hardware/software systems.

• Provide technical mentorship and day-to-day guidance to a small team of

junior engineers and technicians.

• Partner with the Director of IoT Technologies to define project scopes,

technical approaches, timelines, and deliverables.

• Work with product managers to translate requirements into robust technical

solutions, balancing business goals with engineering best practices.

• Travel occasionally to customer sites for system deployment, field testing,

and troubleshooting.

• Maintain detailed technical documentation and support continuous

improvement in design, implementation, and support processes.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical

Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.

• 5+ years of experience in hardware product development, ideally in a startup

or fast-paced R&D environment.

• Strong foundation in both mechanical and electrical engineering disciplines.

• Proficiency in SolidWorks for mechanical design and simulation.

• Hands-on experience with PCB design, layout, and debugging.

• Deep understanding of power delivery systems and electrical

troubleshooting techniques.

• Familiarity with fabrication technologies such as CNC, 3D printing,

injection molding, and thermoforming.

• Strong shop skills, with a focus on maintaining an efficient, safe, and

productive working environment.

• Knowledge of serial communication protocols (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C) and

hardware/software interfaces.

• Experience designing for performance and durability in rugged or

unconventional environments.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to

work cross-functionally.

• Demonstrated ability to take a technical solution from concept to

productization.

Nice to Have

• Experience with advanced GNSS systems.

• Background in embedded systems integration.

• Familiarity with construction environments (solar industry experience is a

major plus).

• Experience working with wireless communication technologies (e.g., WiFi, LoRaWAN, cellular, satellite).

• Working knowledge of networking concepts

Compensation And Benefits

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within each posted range individual pay is determined (and may be greater or higher) dependent on work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Terabase offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Generous time off and holiday policy

• Remote flexibility

• Flexible time off

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Career progression

• 401k match

• Stock options

• Home office set up allowance

• And much more!

Terabase is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, hire, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. We strongly encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

We do not discriminate for any reason including race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military/ veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, the diverse consumers we represent, and the communities we call home.

Principles only. This role is not open to receiving agency candidates, and any contingent submissions will not be considered. Terabase Energy does not utilize third-party recruitment agencies. Please contact our Recruiting team at [email protected] with any staffing-related inquiries.