Principal Electronic Software Engineer

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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

  • Strong experience in:

  • Analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuit design

  • Embedded firmware development (real-time systems preferred)

  • Programming in C and assembly

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a structured environment

  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally

** Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills**

  • Experience with Altium

  • Python programming experience

  • Power supply design

  • Design for Manufacturability (DFM) knowledge

  • Six Sigma familiarity

  • Project management experience

  • Leadership experience or training

  • Industry exposure to:

  • Industrial controls

  • 3-phase power systems

  • 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.**