BioLite is looking for an experienced EE to join us in developing our next generation of
clean energy solutions for both outdoor recreation and emerging markets. In this
position you’ll develop hardware and firmware for a range of exciting new products with
potential for massive global health and environmental impacts.
The Company
BioLite is a for-profit social enterprise that develops, manufactures and markets distributed energy solutions for off-
grid communities around the world. Our business serves two distinct markets: developing-world families living in
energy poverty, and outdoor enthusiasts seeking fuel-independent cooking and electricity.
This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-moving startup with both a technical and creative environment in the heart
of Brooklyn. If you are looking to work with an agile and ambitious product development team with a passion for the
outdoors and a powerful social mission, we’re your company. As an engineer at BioLite you’ll solve challenging and
interesting problems, work with an exceptional team, take ideas from concept through to large-scale production, and
make a real positive impact on things that matter.
Key Activities
• Circuit Development – Design, simulate, ECAD, prototype and debug new embedded electronics. Designs
require delivery of high levels of functionality and reliability in extremely price-sensitive markets. Key areas
of functionality include low- and medium-voltage DC-DC power conversion, sensing and signal conditioning,
data gathering and storage, memory interfacing and management, and wired and wireless communication
via USB, serial and other protocols.
• Firmware Development – Design and implement firmware for distributed energy products, primarily in C
and Assembly. Manage codebases, produce documentation, control releases, and otherwise take
ownership of firmware projects.
• Design for Manufacturing – Execute and deliver production-ready design artwork and Bills of Materials,
firmware images and production line programming, calibration and testing infrastructure. Travel, manage
and liaise with vendors and manufacturing partners.
• Skill Building and Facilities – Build and integrate electrical lab and prototyping capabilities within the
company. Procure, maintain, and evolve equipment and software.
• Technology Development – As part of our broader team, identify and develop technologies that can be
applied to emerging and outdoor recreation markets in various areas including cooking, energy-access,
lighting, and off-grid living.
Key Attributes
• 2-5 years’ experience in electrical, electronic or computer systems engineering
• Strong mathematical and basic engineering foundation
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and learn quickly
• Enthusiasm for new technology, design, and innovation
• Accountability, sense of humor, proactive nature and work ethic
• Self-managing and motivated; experience in a start-up environment a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Technical skills
• Experience in embedded electronics design and prototyping
• Familiarity with EDA/ECAD software
• Proficiency in firmware development using C; software development experience with C++, python, MATLAB,
etc. a plus
Please submit your resume, cover letter and portfolio to jobs@biolitestove.com and include “Electrical Engineer” in
the subject line.
Company is not accepting candidates via recruiters.
