Electrical Engineering Lead (f/m/d)

Our Mission

At Circus (Xetra: CA1), headquartered in Munich, we are pioneering global developments in on-demand autonomous food production. From culinary creation to production and operations, everything is powered by seamlessly integrated robotics and transformative AI.

Our foundation lies in groundbreaking advancements in robotics, driven by artificial intelligence — the long-missing link in realizing fully autonomous food automation. The time has come for a new status quo: just as autonomous vehicles are reshaping our cities and daily lives, we are redefining the entire experience of food.

Our team brings together leading minds in Robotics, AI, Engineering, and Culinary, working closely with industry-leading partners to revolutionize how food is prepared, accessed, and experienced. Join us as we shape a future where the art of cooking meets the science of technology — and where food becomes something fundamentally new.

About the Role

As our Technical Lead – Electrical Engineering , you will own the entire electrical function at Circus , from early-stage R&D to customer deployment and large-scale manufacturing. This is a critical leadership role that combines technical depth with strong cross-functional execution.
You will define, develop, and scale all electrical systems across our modular robotic kitchen systems — ensuring safety, performance, and compliance at every stage of the product lifecycle. You’ll work closely with Mechanical Engineering, Prototyping, Software, and Supply Chain teams.

Your Daily Business

• Take full ownership of electrical systems at Circus across R&D, product development, deployment, and manufacturing
• Design, plan, and execute scalable electrical architectures and installations across internal testbeds, product platforms, and field systems
• Establish and maintain standards for safety, compliance, and quality (e.g. DIN VDE, DGUV, BetrSichV)
• Define testing and inspection processes , including DGUV V3 protocols and audit documentation
• Own CAD-based planning , ideally using EPLAN or AutoCAD
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Mechanical, Software, Prototyping, and Supply Chain to ensure seamless system integration
• Build and manage partnerships with suppliers, contractors, and external experts to support execution at scale
• Support the industrialization process , bridging early development with manufacturable solutions
• Mentor and guide internal and external personnel working on electrical topics

Base Qualifications

Technical Qualifications

• Certified Master Electrician, Technician, or completed university degree in Electrical Engineering
• Broad and deep experience across electrical planning, installation, testing, and project execution
• Familiarity with relevant German standards and regulations (e.g. DIN VDE, DGUV, BetrSichV)
• Strong competence in electrical CAD and technical documentation (EPLAN, AutoCAD or similar)

Leadership & Execution

• Proven track record of owning technical domains end-to-end
• Experience bridging early product development with industrial deployment
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize, structure, and scale execution
• Experience with team leadership, vendor coordination, and process ownership

Collaboration & Communication

• Clear communicator who thrives in cross-functional environments
• Comfortable aligning with Engineering, Manufacturing, Ops, and Deployment stakeholders
• Fluent in German and English

Our Offer

• Competitive Compensation: Receive a competitive compensation package with offered stock options for full-time employees.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy regular team events, a hybrid work setup, 2 months/year remote work (Worcation), and unlimited vacation days, along with a corporate pension plan.
• Personal Development: 500€ personal budget for training, in-house trainings, and growth opportunities in a fast-paced environment.
• Mobility: Benefit from a 50€ monthly budget for mobility or other expenses and a subsidized Dance Mobility Subscription for E-Bike/E-Moped.
• Well-Being: Get access to discounted Urban Sports Club membership and Wellhub for a variety of well-being offerings.