Principal Electrical Engineer- Surge Protection

Insight Global • Irvine, CA • 3h ago

Job Description

Position Description

The Principal Engineer is a senior technical leader responsible for the design and delivery of advanced protection systems that safeguard electrical infrastructure from transient surges, lightning, and electromagnetic pulse (EMP) threats. This role applies advanced engineering principles to develop high-performance, reliable solutions that meet strict regulatory and safety requirements.

This individual leads the design, simulation, validation, and documentation of diode-based surge protection systems across power, data, and RF applications. The role requires deep expertise in transient protection, EMI/EMC compliance, and high-speed signal integrity, supporting mission-critical and highly regulated environments.

As a technical authority, the Principal Engineer guides complex engineering decisions, drives cross-functional alignment, and influences product and technology direction.

Key Responsibilities

Lead architecture and design of next-generation surge protection solutions for power, data, and RF applications

Define and drive product and technology strategy, including design standards and engineering best practices

Perform advanced modeling and simulation (transient events, EMI/EMC, signal integrity) to inform design decisions

Oversee proto@type development, validation, and qualification to industry standards (IEC, IEEE, MIL-STD)

Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, regulatory, and safety requirements (including highly regulated environments)

Conduct design reviews and maintain technical rigor across projects

Identify and mitigate technical risks; lead failure analysis and root cause investigations to improve reliability

Present technical concepts and solutions to internal and external stakeholders

Stay current on emerging technologies, industry trends, and regulatory requirements

This role pays between $160-185K and is preferred to sit remotely in Dallas Texas

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Skills and Requirements

Masters of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or similar field

10+ years of experience in Electrical Protection design

Deep technical knowledge of surge protection, transient suppression, and EMI/EMC design

Experience with materials development and reliability analysis in high-voltage or surge protection applications (e.g., ceramics, polymers, coatings, or metallization systems) is preferred

Expertise in diode technologies (TVS, Zener, Schottky) and high-speed/high-power applications

Strong experience in RF systems, data line protection, and power distribution networks

Proficiency with simulation tools (SPICE, HFSS, CST, ADS) and PCB design tools (Altium)

Familiarity with MIL-STD-461, IEC 61000, and related compliance standards

Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis skills

Experience with lab testing, validation, and EMC test methods

Ability to lead complex technical projects and cross-functional teams

Personal Traits and Characteristics

Highly organized and detail-oriented

Strong leadership and technical influence

Effective communicator across technical and non-technical audiences

Results-driven with ability to manage multiple priorities

Collaborative, innovative, and solution-focused

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