Electrical Systems Engineer

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Lawrence, MA

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Architectural Analysis, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Communication Skills, Compensation Management, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Design Evaluation, Design Verification, Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Assembly, Electromechanical Systems, Electromechanics, Electronics, English Language, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Hair Styling, Industry Standards, Leadership, Legal, Manufacturing, Performance Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Product Development, Product Programs, Product Support, Product Testing, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Reliability Analysis, Requirements Management, Risk Analysis, State Laws and Regulations, System Architecture, System Integration (SI), Systems Analysis, Systems Engineering, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Technical Presentation, Testing, Trade-Off Analysis, Verification Plans
LOCATION
Lawrence, MA
POSTED
Today

Position Overview:
We are seeking a Principal Electrical Systems Engineer to lead the development of advanced electro-mechanical systems, guiding efforts across architecture, analysis, validation, and product integration. This individual will play a key leadership role in driving technical direction, ensuring product performance, and supporting programs from concept through production.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide technical leadership for a team focused on the development of complex electro-mechanical assemblies and system-level solutions
  • Drive system architecture development, including defining technical requirements, specifications, and overall project scope
  • Apply engineering expertise to analyze product behavior, identify performance improvements, and enhance system functionality
  • Develop and implement validation strategies, including defining test approaches and executing verification activities
  • Act as the primary point of contact for external electronics partners, translating system requirements into clear technical expectations
  • Evaluate design tradeoffs and present recommendations to balance performance, reliability, and cost objectives
  • Partner cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure successful system integration
  • Ensure designs align with applicable industry standards, regulatory requirements, and compliance expectations
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on product quality, reliability, and cost efficiency
  • Communicate technical concepts, progress, and risks effectively to both technical teams and leadership stakeholders

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred)
  • 7+ years of experience in electrical systems or electro-mechanical product development
  • Strong background in system architecture, analysis, and validation methodologies
  • Experience developing and executing design verification plans and interpreting results
  • Proven experience working with external vendors and cross-functional teams
  • Familiarity with reliability and risk assessment methodologies (e.g., FMEA or similar approaches)
  • Strong communication and technical presentation skills

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

  • the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
  • licensure and certification requirements;
  • office location and other geographic considerations;
  • other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

About the Company

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Company Confidential

Vaco provides expert consulting, permanent placement, executive search and strategic staffing for companies around the world, in the areas of accounting, finance, technology, healthcare, operations, administration and more. As a premier talent solutions firm, Vaco connects people to their dream jobs and helps leading companies find talent to grow their business. Since its founding in 2002, Vaco has grown to more than 35 offices across the globe, 700+ employees, more than 3,000 consultants and $450M in revenue. Vaco has been named to Inc. magazine’s list of the fastest-growing private companies for past 11 years and is dedicated to developing long-term relationships, life-long careers and creative client solutions.
COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2002
WEBSITE
http://www.vaco.com/