Position Summary

The Structural Engineer will lead seismic compliance and certification efforts for IEM’s low- and medium-voltage power distribution equipment, ensuring products meet regulatory, code, and customer requirements for high-seismic regions. In addition to seismic qualification, this role will support research & development and product engineering teams by assisting with the structural design of internal equipment structures, skids, frames and containerized power solutions. This position plays a critical role in enabling market access, improving product performance, and supporting innovation across IEM’s product portfolio.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a technically strong, hands-on professional who combines deep structural engineering expertise with practical experience in seismic testing, qualification and analytical studies. They thrive in cross-functional environments, working with engineering, sales, and customers to translate complex seismic requirements into executable testing and compliance strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage seismic compliance for low- and medium-voltage power distribution equipment, including both standard products and custom design-to-order offerings.
• Own the planning, execution, and documentation of seismic qualification programs in accordance with ICC-ES AC156, IBC, UBC, IEEE 693, and related standards.
• Manage HCAi (formerly OSHPD) seismic preapprovals, enabling maximum flexibility for custom design-to-order equipment.
• Collaborate with our clients’ Structural Engineers of Record (SEOR) and AHJs on site-specific studies and approvals for custom-engineered equipment.
• Coordinate the design, fabrication, and analysis of seismic test articles in collaboration with product development and manufacturing teams.
• Plan, schedule, and support shake table testing at external laboratories, including travel to witness and support tests.
• Review test data, evaluate results, and prepare technical reports and certification submittals.
• Support R&D and product development by designing and optimizing structural components within electrical equipment.
• Design and analyze equipment skids, frames, enclosures, and containerized or modular power solutions.
• Provide structural guidance on anchorage, load paths, vibration, and transport-related considerations.
• Support continuous improvement of structural design practices, seismic strategies, and internal engineering standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (structural emphasis required); Master’s degree preferred.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required; California licensure strongly preferred.
• 5–10 years of experience in structural engineering, with a focus on seismic design and nonstructural component qualification.
• Demonstrated experience with HCAi preapproval processes.
• Strong working knowledge of ICC-ES AC156, IBC, UBC, and IEEE 693
• Experience designing structural steel components, frames, skids, and equipment support structures.
• Ability to translate code and test requirements into practical, manufacturable designs.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, sales, and customers.

Workplace Conditions

• Travel required to support seismic testing, customer engagement, and project needs (approximately 10–25%).
• Fast-paced, collaborative engineering environment supporting both compliance and innovation.

About IEM

Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM) is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of custom power distribution systems in North America. Founded more than 75 years ago in Fremont, California, IEM grew alongside Silicon Valley and today operates over 1.7 million square feet of manufacturing capacity. With $1B+ in annual sales and 10,000+ commissioned projects across technology, data centers, commercial, energy, utilities, healthcare, industrial, and infrastructure markets, IEM continues to deliver exceptional product quality, dependable service, and the flexibility to meet complex technical requirements at scale.

Position Summary

The Switchgear Application Expert is the senior technical escalation point for complex pre‑sales and post‑sales inquiries related to IEM’s low- and medium-voltage switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, and related distribution products. The role provides Tier‑2 and Tier‑3 support across Pre‑Sales, Order Review, Engineering, Production, Field Services, Quality, Product Management, and Customer Support, ensuring that solutions are technically sound, compliant with codes/standards and UL procedures, and manufacturable at scale. The Application Expert combines deep protection & controls, three‑phase power, and standards knowledge with strong cross‑functional collaboration to de‑risk projects, resolve field issues, and drive continuous improvement.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Seasoned application or engineer with strong power systems with OEM background and familiar with LV and MV distribution equipment who enjoys being the “go‑to” technical expert.
• Comfortable reviewing complex specifications, single‑line diagrams, CDEs, and relay schemes, and explaining trade‑offs to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced environment balancing urgent escalations with long‑term improvements to standards, tools, and processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. App Expert / Cross‑functional Technical Leadership

• Serve as the primary Application Expert for complex and non‑standard applications of IEM switchgear and related products.
• Act as a technical liaison between Sales, Estimation, Engineering, Production, Field Services, Quality, and Product Management, ensuring consistent interpretation of standards, UL procedures, and IEM practices.
• Identify recurring technical issues and lead or support initiatives to improve standard designs, tools, and documentation.

1. Pre‑Sales Inquiries

• Support Estimation and Inside Sales by validating complex CDEs, custom enclosure footprints, and utility‑interface requirements against IEM standard offerings and UL procedures.
• Review IEM quotes and CDEs for alignment with customer specifications, codes, and IEM practices; provide clear technical clarifications and risk flags.
• Perform in‑depth technical reviews for projects with high technical P&C requirements, paralleling controls, unusual system topologies, or non‑standard configurations.
• Determine when proposed solutions fall outside standard UL procedures or IEM product offerings and coordinate with Development / R&D / Product Engineering to define acceptable alternatives or exceptions.

1. Product Team Support

• Provide structured feedback to Product Management and R&D based on trends in pre‑sales questions, production issues, and field events.
• Participate in product roadmap and design reviews as the “voice of application,” ensuring new offers are practical to apply, commission, and service.
• Support validation of new features or product lines through application testing, documentation review, and internal training for Sales, Engineering, and Field Services.

1. Production Support

• Review and advise on installation methods and minor drawing clarifications when production questions arise.
• Evaluate production/installation defects to determine whether material replacement or limited rework is required.
• Lead major technical reviews when production or QC identifies issues that may impact code compliance, UL procedure adherence, safety, or functionality.
• Confirm that electrical and mechanical designs meet applicable codes, standards, and IEM UL procedures; propose robust solutions that minimize shipment delays, rework, and added cost.
• Act as mediator between Engineering, Production, and QC on complex issues, driving clear decisions and documented resolutions.

1. Engineering Support

• Support design engineers with general design reviews and returned customer submittal comments; clarify specifications and ensure project requirements align with IEM standard practices and UL procedures.
• Confirm UR components are correctly selected and within applicable UL files.
• Own major technical reviews that require deeper analysis, research, and justification to meet challenging design or specification requirements.
• Provide expert guidance on power system configuration, protection & controls, and communication architectures for complex projects.

1. Order Review

• Review order entry and acknowledgment forms against the approved quote, CDE, specifications, and single‑line diagrams; identify discrepancies early and work with Engineering to define technical solutions.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Sales to review “show‑stopper” items identified during Tier‑2 review that cannot be resolved without customer buy‑in.
• Define technically sound alternatives, articulate risks and constraints, and support customer discussions as needed.

1. Customer Support (Post‑Sales)

• Address advanced customer questions on submittals, dimensional changes, and specification clarifications that are not yet formal service issues.
• Provide troubleshooting guidance on equipment based on drawings, settings, and documentation prior to Service engagement.
• Lead complex customer escalations involving design interpretation, protection & controls performance, or systemic issues.
• Participate in technical meetings and root‑cause discussions with key customers and internal stakeholders, ensuring a strong technical basis for decisions.

1. Field Services Support

• Provide diagnostic support for high‑profile site events (e.g., mis‑operations, major outages, arc‑flash incidents, or site stoppages).
• Analyze relay/event logs, test reports, and site conditions to identify root causes and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Assist in preparing in‑depth corrective action reports, including independent research and coordination with Engineering, Quality, and Product teams.

1. Quality Support

• Support QC teams on testing requirements, guidelines, and interpretation of standards and UL procedures.
• Complete assigned nonconformance investigations, including analysis of cause, risk, and preventive actions.
• Provide technical research and feedback on major quality events, including arc‑flash or site stoppage incidents, and translate findings into updates to standards, templates, or training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (BSEE) or equivalent technical experience.
• 5+ years of experience in application engineering, design engineering, or field service for low- and/or medium-voltage switchgear, switchboards, or related power distribution equipment.
• Strong knowledge of three‑phase power systems, protection and control schemes, and communication protocols commonly used in power systems.
• Solid understanding of applicable codes and standards (e.g., NEC, UL 891/1558/508A, IEEE/ANSI) and how they apply to IEM products and UL procedures.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting single‑line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical assembly drawings; AutoCAD experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to perform structured root‑cause analysis and to lead cross‑functional investigations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Proven track record of managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, project‑driven environment.

Preferred

• Experience with power system analysis and protection coordination tools.
• Prior experience in a deep technical support, field service, or product engineering role for LV/MV equipment.
• Familiarity with data center, industrial, or utility applications where high reliability and availability are critical.

Workplace Conditions

• Onsite or remote role with primary collaboration with the Application Engineering team, Sales, Engineering, Production, Field Services, and Product Management.
• Occasional meetings with colleagues across time zones may require flexibility in working hours.
• Travel expectations: Minimal; may include periodic visits to manufacturing facilities, project sites, or customer locations for investigations or technical meetings.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Industrialization Electrical Systems Engineer to support the development and manufacturing of low and medium voltage switchgear products. This role is critical to ensure the accuracy, safety, and reliability of electrical assemblies by reviewing designs, proposing wiring methods, validating product functionality, and collaborating with electrical designers and manufacturing teams.

Key Responsibilities

1. Design Review and Validation:

• Interpret electrical schematics as single-line and three-line, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings to ensure manufacturability and compliance with standards.
• Identify design errors or inconsistencies and propose corrective actions to design teams.
• Collaborate with Electrical Engineers to align electrical design with physical constraints and manufacturing capabilities.
• Propose improvements to wiring methods and component selection to enhance reliability and ease of assembly.

1. Process Definition and Documentation:

• Define and document standardized wiring processes for various switchgear configurations.
• Develop validation protocols for electrical assemblies, including continuity, insulation resistance, and functional testing.
• Ensure traceability of design changes and maintain version control of electrical documentation.
• Support the creation of work instructions and training materials for technicians and assemblers.

1. Product Validation and Testing:

• Lead the development of electrical validation procedures for prototype and production units.
• Define and implement test setups for verifying electrical performance and safety.
• Analyze test results and support root cause analysis for failures or deviations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards (e.g., UL, IEC, IEEE) and internal quality requirements.

1. Training and Technical Support:

• Train technicians and assemblers on proper wiring techniques, safety protocols, and interpretation of electrical drawings (single-line and three-line)
• Provide on-the-floor support during initial builds and troubleshooting of electrical issues.
• Develop visual aids and reference materials to support consistent execution of electrical tasks.

1. Continuous Improvement and Collaboration:

• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on manufacturability.
• Collaborate with design, operations, and quality teams to improve product performance and reduce assembly errors. Building a close relationship with IEM Electrical Engineers
• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement projects.
• Recommend new tools, components, or technologies to enhance electrical assembly processes.

Competencies:

• Strong understanding of electrical systems, components, and wiring practices for low and medium voltage applications.
• Proficiency in interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings.
• Familiarity with validation and testing methods for electrical assemblies.
• Knowledge of relevant standards (UL, IEC, IEEE) and safety protocols.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Education and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• +5 years of experience in electrical design, manufacturing, or testing of switchgear or electrical enclosures.
• Experience with CAD tools
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with cross-functional collaboration.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $89,440  -$135,000  per year, based on location, experience, and qualifications.

Position Summary

The R&D Mechanical Engineer (Level I- Sr.) is responsible for collaborating or leading the design, testing and certification of innovative electrical power products in collaboration with a diverse team of electrical, mechanical and manufacturing engineers. This role requires a strong intuition of fundamental engineering concepts across multiple disciplines and an ability to effectively manage the product development process under limited direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the execution and implementation of the New Product Introduction (NPI) engineering work for assigned projects.
• Collaborate with Senior and Lead Engineers in writing detailed engineering specifications and developing concept drawings in collaboration with Sales and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate with Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTLs) to define product evaluation and certification scope.
• Lead the creation of detailed design drawings, 3D models and bills of material for prototype equipment and test articles.
• Develop and document test plans according to the relevant standards. Common tests include full-load temperature rise, dielectric and BIL, short-circuit and withstand current, mechanical endurance, component failure, environmental, functional and seismic shake-table tests.
• Support the testing process at in-house and third-party laboratories. Travel up to 20% to support testing and other product development tasks in-person. Evaluate test results and revise designs based on empirical data and established engineering concepts.
• Characterize the electrical, thermal and mechanical performance of common design elements through testing, simulation and/or analytical methods. Develop standard design criteria and models.
• Work closely with manufacturing engineering to implement Design for Manufacturability (DFM) concepts throughout the new product development process.
• Working with Mechanical Designers,
• Conduct failure analyses of existing products and identify opportunities for continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience designing low and/or medium voltage power distribution equipment or related products.
• BSME or equivalent in experience.
• Experience with NRTL (UL, CSA, etc.) evaluation, testing and certification processes.
• Experience with common standards for electrical equipment (UL 891, 1558, 508A; IEEE C37.20, etc.)
• Design Experience using SolidWorks to produce 3D models is highly preferred.

As a Mechatronics Specialist/Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing and optimizing state-of-the-art electromechanical systems. Your expertise will drive the innovation of our motor designs and control systems, enhancing efficiency and performance.

Responsibilities:

• Specify, test, and tune BLDC motors, harmonic drives, and customized gearboxes.
• Design motor control firmware (FOC) for maximum efficiency and torque density.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers on joint design and thermal management.

Required Skills:

• Deep understanding of electromechanical systems and motor physics.
• Experience writing firmware in C/C++ for microcontrollers.
• Hands-on experience with industrial communication protocols (EtherCAT, CAN bus).

We are looking for a Senior Sales Engineer to join our Majors West team. This is a remote role, reporting to the Manager of Sales Engineering. The Zscaler Sales and Go-to-Market team is a global group of professionals who are passionate about delighting our customers, nurturing trusted partnerships, and sharing their expertise to drive a secure, cloud-enabled digital future and further cement our position as the world leader in cloud security. Sales, Customer Success, Sales Enablement, Solution Architects, Business Development, Transformation, and Technology Partnerships all work together to demonstrate the power and agility of Zscaler cloud transformation to the world. 

What you’ll do (Role Expectations)

• Create and deliver technical product presentations to prospective customers

• Gather customer technical requirements to ensure proposed solutions will meet customer goals and needs

• Lead product evaluations and custom product configurations

• Design evaluation test plans with customers and guide the process to successful outcomes

Who You Are (Success Profile)

• You thrive in ambiguity and are comfortable building the path as you walk it, seeing ambiguity not as a hindrance but as the raw material to build something meaningful.
• You act like an owner and your passion for the mission fuels your bias for action, allowing you to navigate seamlessly between high-level strategy and hands-on execution.
• You are a problem-solver who seeks out challenges because you are energized by finding solutions, knowing that solving the hard problems delivers the biggest impact.
• You are customer-obsessed and build deep empathy for the customer to anchor your decisions in solving their real-world problems.
• You are resilient and adaptable, viewing change as an opportunity and maintaining composure and focus in high-pressure situations.

What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

• 7+ years of experience as a Sales Engineer or Network Systems integrator
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent working experience
• Proven cybersecurity and networking technical background with hands-on experience in network fundamentals such as TCP/IP, DNS, routing, VPN, and firewalls

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Industry standard certifications such as CISSP, CCNA, Network+, CCNP, CCIE, or Security+

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We are Oregon’s premier commercial general contractor, dedicated to delivering quality buildings that serve and enrich our communities. Our teams consistently bring their 'A' game to every project, establishing Kirby Nagelhout Construction Co. as the contractor of choice for complex, high-impact construction. From schools to resorts to fire stations, and everything in between, we take pride in creating memorable projects that stand the test of time. 

The Project Engineer is responsible for providing technical support to construction staff. This role will review bidding and design documents, while overseeing and evaluating the construction process. They assure accuracy, proper resources, and quality from start to finish.   

Essential Duties & Responsibilities  

The essential functions include but are not limited to the following:   

• Support project teams in preconstruction efforts, project start-up, documentation, contract administration (subcontracts, purchase orders, and owner contracts), site orientations, schedule management, reporting, material procurement, field supervision, and project closeout
• Tracking log creation and utilization for items including, safety, procurement, submittals, RFI’s, productivity tracking, QA/QC, and change management
• Participate in project meetings, create agendas, take meeting minutes, and facilitate project walk throughs
• Review submittals and shop drawings for accuracy and expedite for timely review
• Initiate, prepare, review, track, and distribute RFIs
• Assist Superintendent with non-conformance issues, special inspections, safety, compliance, and permit and certificate of occupancy processes
• Track and review certified payroll reports
• Management of drawings/specifications and keep revisions current
• Assist in preparation of bid packages and requests for proposals (RFP)
• Track and inspect project deliveries 

Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering related field and/or minimum of 3-years experience in a construction related support role
• Proficient with MS Office Suite, MS Project or P6 (scheduling), Bluebeam, Procore or Sage (construction management), and PowerPoint or Prezi (presenting)
• Solid organization, written and verbal communication skills
• Efficient in time management, the ability to multi-task and adhere to/meet deadlines along with a strong attention to detail
• Must have a strong customer-oriented approach and demonstrated professional demeanor
• Current driver’s license and insurable driving record   

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  

Benefits

Offerings cover medical, dental, vision, a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), One Pass, life insurance, mental health wellbeing, medical transportation, supplemental insurance for tough situations life throws at you, a generous 401k plan, and accrued paid time off (PTO).  

Employment Eligibility & Relationship Disclaimer

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.  

Position Summary

A rapidly growing company is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support the design, development, validation, and improvement of board-level hardware for EV charging equipment (EVSE). This role is focused on practical electrical design work including schematic capture, component selection, prototype bring-up, debugging, and compliance-driven product development.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience developing electronic hardware for commercial or industrial products and is comfortable working across embedded control hardware, interfaces, sensing, protection, and power-related circuits. Experience with EV charging equipment, EMI/EMC mitigation, and UL or other regulatory compliance is strongly preferred. Familiarity with J1772 and ISO 15118 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and support board-level electrical hardware for EV charging systems.
• Develop specifications, schematics, and component selections; support PCB layout review.
• Bring up, validate, characterize, and debug prototype hardware.
• Troubleshoot analog, digital, mixed-signal, and embedded interface circuits.
• Define hardware interfaces and resolve system-level issues in collaboration with firmware and software teams.
• Maintain BOMs and support component sourcing and design updates.
• Validate and troubleshoot hardware using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies, electronic loads, meters, and spectrum analyzers.
• Mitigate EMI/EMC issues through filtering, grounding, shielding, and layout review.
• Support UL and regulatory compliance efforts, including design changes driven by certification testing.
• Coordinate with manufacturers, vendors, and external test labs during prototype and production builds.
• Document design revisions, test results, and engineering changes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Hands-on experience in board-level design for commercial or industrial electronic products.
• Proficiency in schematic capture, component selection, prototype bring-up, and hardware debugging.
• Experience with analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits.
• Familiarity with interfaces such as SPI, I2C, CAN, Modbus, or Ethernet.
• Comfortable with standard lab equipment for validation and troubleshooting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with EVSE or EV charging products.
• Experience with EMI/EMC troubleshooting and UL or other regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with AC-powered systems, power electronics, relays, sensing, isolation, and protection circuits.
• Familiarity with J1772 and ISO 15118.

Why Join

• Be part of a dynamic and fast-growing company
• Competitive Salary
• Benefits Package includes:
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Ability to Participate in Electric Vehicle Incentive Program
• Ability to Participate in Company 401K Plan with match
• Quarterly Mental Health Days
• Employee Educational Reimbursement

Final compensation will be determined based on experience and skills, but will sit in a range of $105,000 - $130,000

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and offers a remote-friendly work environment with benefits and the opportunity for personal growth as well as advancement within the company.

Engagement Structure

This role begins as a 1099 independent contractor engagement for up to three (3) months, with the intention of converting to a permanent, full-time position based on mutual fit and performance during the contract period. Benefits listed above apply upon conversion to a permanent employee.

Position Summary

A rapidly growing company is seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Mid-Level QA Engineer to join the team. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring software and hardware quality, verifying feature implementations, and maintaining stability throughout the development lifecycle.

The QA Engineer will work closely with the development and product teams to define test plans and test cases based on requirements documents or user stories, execute structured test plans, test new features, and validate bug fixes. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining test coverage across web and mobile applications, identifying defects, and ensuring products meet high-quality standards before release.

This role is specifically focused on bridging quality on in-house charging station production to ensure both hardware and software meet the company’s quality standards. The QA Engineer will work closely with charging station developers, mechanical engineers, and software engineers to ensure that charging stations are thoroughly tested with an emphasis on quality across the product stack.

In addition to traditional QA responsibilities, this role includes hands-on validation of charging station hardware and real-world system behavior. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with physical devices, executing real charging scenarios, and validating how software, firmware, and hardware interact under real operating conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and maintain test plans and test cases based on product requirements and system behavior.
• Perform testing across integrated systems (device + backend + application), ensuring correct behavior across system interactions.
• Execute and validate end-to-end charging workflows, including real-world scenarios with vehicle charging sessions.
• Verify system behavior under varying conditions (e.g., multiple vehicles, load distribution, prioritization, and state transitions).
• Validate charging performance, including charge rates and power delivery against expected system behavior.
• Test system behavior under edge conditions (e.g., network interruptions, restarts, partial failures).
• Debug issues across hardware, firmware, backend, and application layers by analyzing logs and observed system behavior.
• Identify, document, and reproduce defects across testing, staging, and production environments.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and hardware teams to ensure quality across the full system.

Years of Experience

• 3–5 years of experience in QA or testing roles, with a preference for candidates who have demonstrated strong problem-solving ability, ownership, and the ability to ramp quickly in complex, integrated system environments.

Hard Requirements

Technical Skillset

• Strong proficiency in manual testing techniques across software and integrated systems (black box and grey box), including the ability to validate behavior beyond individual features.
• Experience testing or validating integrated systems (device + backend + application), with an understanding of how components interact in real-world scenarios.
• Experience with test case management tools (e.g., TestRail) and ability to design, organize, and maintain effective test coverage.
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., JIRA) and working within Agile development environments.
• Experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman), including validating request/response flows and system integrations.
• Basic knowledge of SQL for data validation and verifying system behavior across backend services.
• Strong working knowledge of UNIX/Linux environments, including the ability to test, observe, and troubleshoot directly on charging station devices.
• Familiarity with Git and command-line tools for navigating codebases, logs, and system environments.
• Ability to interpret and correlate device logs, backend logs, and system outputs to diagnose issues across multiple system layers.
• Strong troubleshooting skills, with the ability to investigate issues across hardware, firmware, and software boundaries.

Core Expertise

• Comprehensive Testing Skills — Strong expertise in manual testing across web, mobile, and integrated systems, with a solid understanding of black box and grey box techniques.
• System & Integration Validation — Ability to validate end-to-end workflows and system behavior across multiple components, including real-world scenarios involving hardware and backend interactions.
• Debugging & Diagnostic Skills — Proficiency in using developer tools, logs, and system data to troubleshoot issues across device, backend, and application layers.
• Technical Proficiency — Strong understanding of REST APIs, SQL for data validation, and basic web technologies. Ability to validate system integrations and ensure data integrity.
• Cross-Platform & Real-World Testing — Experience testing across platforms (web, mobile, and devices), with the ability to identify platform-specific issues and validate behavior under varying system conditions.
• Agile & Cross-Functional Collaboration — Experience working in Agile environments and collaborating effectively with software, firmware, and hardware teams.
• Communication & Documentation — Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly document defects, test results, and system behavior.

Bonus Skills (Preferred, but not Required)

• Strong understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git) and command-line interfaces.
• Experience with automated testing tools (e.g., Playwright, Selenium) or performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, Siege).
• Familiarity with EV charging protocols (e.g., OCPP, ISO15118) or similar communication frameworks within the EV ecosystem.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and how testing integrates into release workflows, including build validation, regression testing, and deployment verification.
• Experience supporting or coordinating software release processes, including working across development, QA, and operations teams to ensure smooth, stable, and timely deployments.
• Experience setting up and maintaining test environments, including configuration, deployment, and troubleshooting.
• Experience validating releases in staging or production-like environments, with an understanding of rollout risks and system-level impact.

Additional Bonus

• Hands-on experience in testing for integrated systems.
• Background in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Background in software engineering.

Soft Skills

• Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail to catch subtle errors and inconsistencies that could lead to larger issues down the line.
• Critical Thinking: The ability to approach problems methodically and use data-driven insights to make informed decisions. A keen analytical mind that questions assumptions and seeks new solutions.
• Adaptability: The capacity to quickly adjust to new challenges and changes in project requirements or technologies, maintaining effectiveness in a dynamic environment.
• Team Collaboration: Strong team player skills, with the ability to work cooperatively with developers, other QA testers, and project managers to achieve common goals.
• Leadership Potential: While primarily a contributor role, potential for leadership is a plus, including the ability to mentor junior staff or lead testing segments of projects.

Why Join

• Be part of a dynamic and fast-growing company
• Competitive Salary
• Benefits Package includes:
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Ability to Participate in Electric Vehicle Incentive Program
• Ability to Participate in Company 401K Plan with match
• Quarterly Mental Health Days
• Employee Educational Reimbursement

Final compensation will be determined based on experience and skills, but will sit in a range of $80,000 - $90,000

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and offers a remote-friendly work environment with benefits and the opportunity for personal growth as well as advancement within the company.

Engagement Structure

This role begins as a 1099 independent contractor engagement for up to three (3) months, with the intention of converting to a permanent, full-time position based on mutual fit and performance during the contract period. Benefits listed above apply upon conversion to a permanent employee.

• Refactor existing code and increase test coverage (UT and FT)
• Review the code of other members of the team

• Experience and/or desire for using AI development tools (i.e. Claude/Gemini) to complement your core C++ skills.
• It is our goal to open our server source code as a tool to the entire C++ video world, so experience with driving open source communities is a plus.

• Experience with WebRTC media pipelines

• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid work in our brand-new comfortable office
• Employer-sponsored health coverage
• Working with top industry experts in our international team

About the Team

Our team is responsible for a large part of the server-side development — camera integration and support. We work with a wide variety of camera manufacturers, each using different protocols (IP-based, TCP/UDP, HTTP, SOAP, ONVIF, and various proprietary text and binary protocols).

The integration team investigates and supports these protocols, often performing reverse engineering. A significant part of the work involves debugging issues on local and remote devices using tools like Wireshark.

Our software runs on a wide range of hardware and operating systems. We build efficient, portable solutions using modern C++ (C++20/23), along with CMake, Conan, and Git.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Examine various camera APIs and develop plugins for different vendors
• Add support for new cameras and devices (NVRs, DVRs, intercoms, IP speakers, etc.)
• Implement support for new camera features and capabilities
• Maintain and improve camera support on the server side
• Collaborate with the core server team to enhance camera-server interaction
• Investigate Wireshark logs and server logs to diagnose and resolve issues reported by technical support
• Troubleshoot complex problems, including server crashes and device-specific issues
• Interact with device manufacturers to improve and stabilize integrations
• Refactor existing code and increase unit and functional test coverage
• Participate in code reviews
• Assist the Support team in analyzing complex field issues

Domain / Areas of Work

Each integration typically involves working across multiple protocols and includes:

• Camera discovery
• Capability detection
• Configuration management
• Device control
• Media stream handling
• Video analytics data processing

Camera Features You’ll Work With

• Audio/video sources and encoders
• PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom)
• Advanced hardware features (wipers, heaters, etc.)
• Speakers and IO ports
• Security features (doorbells, locks, alarms)

Advanced Video Analytics

• Event detection (line crossing, loitering, etc., 50+ types)
• Object tracking and classification
• Recognition (license plates, faces, etc.)
• Analytics configuration (regions of interest, rules, etc.)

What you bring

Experience

• Experience working with large codebases and maintaining existing systems
• Strong experience in C++17/20, including multi-threaded and asynchronous programming
• Experience with Windows and Linux C++ toolchains
• Experience analyzing network traffic (e.g., Wireshark)
• Solid understanding of OOP and software design patterns
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
• Experience writing unit and functional tests
• Experience with web services, SOAP, and ONVIF (desirable)
• Experience with Qt 6 (desirable)

Technical Skills

• Ability to write efficient, portable C++ code in a multi-threaded environment
• Strong understanding of asynchronous programming
• Ability to work with and evolve an existing codebase
• Experience with CMake and Git
• Basic system administration skills
• Experience working with issue tracking tools (e.g., Jira)

Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of C++17/20 and STL (C++23/26 is a plus)
• Understanding of algorithms and data structures
• Knowledge of concurrent programming
• Solid understanding of memory management (low-level and high-level)
• Understanding of Windows and Linux internals
• Deep understanding of OOP and design patterns
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals and HTTP

Nice to Have

• Cross-platform development experience (Windows/Linux, including embedded systems)
• Familiarity with Boost
• Understanding of device-level integrations and video systems
• Experience working with analytics from vendors (e.g., Uniview, Vivotek)
• Familiarity with modern AI-assisted development tools (e.g., code generation, static analysis, or developer productivity tools)

What we offer

• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid work in our brand-new comfortable office
• Employer-sponsored health coverage
• Working with top industry experts in our international team

The position is ideally a hybrid role in one of our offices located in Taipei, Taiwan; Hague, Netherlands; Burbank, CA; Walnut Creek, CA and Portland, OR; Belgrade, Serbia.

Please note: We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. Any unsolicited resumes sent to our employees or submitted to our careers page or job postings without a formal agreement in place will be considered property of Network Optix, and no fees will be paid in the event that candidate is hired by the company.