Principal Electronic Software Engineer
Job Description
Job Description
** Title: Principal Electronic & Software Engineer**
Compensation, Benefits, and Employment Type
- ** Duration: direct hire**
- ** **Pay rate: up to $125K based on experience (some flex for extraordinary candidates)****
- ** **Job Location: Weymouth, MA (100% onsite)****
- ** **Schedule: Monday — Friday, 7:30 AM — 4:15 PM (45-minute lunch)****
- ** Job#: bh18611**
Description:
A growing engineering and manufacturing organization in Weymouth, MA is seeking a Principal Electronic & Software Engineer to lead the design and development of innovative electronic products and embedded systems. This is a highly visible role offering technical ownership, product lifecycle involvement, and the opportunity to mentor junior engineers.
This opening is due to an upcoming retirement, creating a strong opportunity for a senior-level engineer to step into a key technical leadership position.
** Key Responsibilities**
- Lead the design, development, and introduction of electronic products and sub-assemblies
- Develop engineering concepts, system architectures, and product requirements
- Design manufacturable hardware and embedded software solutions
- Architect microprocessor systems including embedded firmware and supporting circuitry
- Design and develop analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits
- Develop Built-In Test (BIT) functionality and production test fixtures for low-volume manufacturing
- Create qualification strategies and execute testing to ensure designs meet requirements
- Write and analyze test plans, execute tests, and evaluate results
- Conduct design reviews to ensure circuit robustness and product reliability
- Create and maintain technical documentation including manuals, data sheets, assembly, and test documentation
- Support assembly teams and test technicians through process documentation and fixture development
- Manage project plans and schedules within an ISO9001 environment
- Mentor and guide co-op/junior engineers
** Required Qualifications**
- ** B.S. in Electrical Engineering ** with 10+ years of experience
or M.S. in Electrical Engineering with 7+ years of experience
or equivalent combination of education and experience
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Strong experience in:
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Analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuit design
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Embedded firmware development (real-time systems preferred)
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Programming in C and assembly
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Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a structured environment
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Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally
** Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills**
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Experience with Altium
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Python programming experience
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Power supply design
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Design for Manufacturability (DFM) knowledge
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Six Sigma familiarity
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Project management experience
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Leadership experience or training
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Industry exposure to:
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Industrial controls
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3-phase power systems
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Electric utility telecommunications
** Why This Role**
This is a rare opportunity to join a stable and respected engineering organization in a principal-level role , with influence over product design, embedded systems development, and manufacturing implementation. The right candidate will play a critical role in shaping future product development while serving as a technical leader and mentor.
** Interested candidates should apply with an updated resume highlighting embedded firmware experience, circuit design expertise, and product development leadership.**