Principal Electrical Engineer

Actalent • Newton, MA • 8h ago

Job Title: Principal Electrical EngineerJob Description

Join our innovative R&D organization as a Principal Electronics Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in developing the next generation robotic platform set to revolutionize the future of healthcare. As a technical lead, you will tackle complex multi-disciplinary issues and establish best practices for electrical engineering development within a regulated medical device environment.

Responsibilities

Lead and resolve complex multidisciplinary issues using good practices and thorough documentation.

Develop, document, and maintain detailed processes and best practices for medical electronics development.

Design, document, and execute electronic tests to ensure optimal performance.

Conduct circuit analysis, focusing on mixed signal, digital, and analog circuits, with strong fundamentals.

Troubleshoot electrical systems, including PCB testing, to enhance device reliability and safety.

Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to drive design iterations and improvements.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in electrical engineering, including troubleshooting, PCB, analog, digital, and test engineering.

Experience with hardware, circuit analysis, and the use of Altium for electronic design.

Working knowledge of medical standards such as IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2.

Ability to lead and resolve complex issues while documenting processes meticulously.

Experience in developing Class II & III medical devices within a regulatory environment.

Strong electronics fundamentals for analog, digital, and electromechanical design.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required, MS or PhD preferred.

Minimum of 15 years of experience in R&D or product development.

Demonstrated experience with electronic design for motor control and mixed-signal applications.

Highly proficient in the use of electrical CAD tools, with Altium preferred.

Possess working knowledge of EMC and electrical safety.

Proficiency in analytical tools such as MATLAB/Simulink and Spice.

Strong presentation and technical collaboration skills, including project management abilities.

Work Environment

Work in a cutting-edge technology company that is focused on revolutionizing surgery with neurosurgical robotics. The company values a collaborative environment and is committed to making contractors feel part of the team. The position offers a 1-year contract with opportunities for growth and expansion. Dress code is business casual, and the work setting is dynamic and innovative, requiring interaction with cross-disciplinary teams.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Newton, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $75.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Newton,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 20, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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