Senior Electrical Systems Engineer (Teradyne, North Reading, MA)

Our Purpose

TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day.



We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results.




Opportunity Overview



+ Develop Power distribution solution and safety circuitry for building systems (AC medium voltage to DC lower voltage)


+ Planning and executing the hardware development portion of multiple concurrent instrument projects, from concept through production release


+ Communicating progress at appropriate levels of abstraction


+ Participating in cross-functional teams to develop architectures, systems design, and specifications for new products


+ Customer facing engagement with customers during projects ensuring alignment


+ Ensuring that products are meeting requirements and are delivered on schedule


+ Mentoring other engineers


+ Working with other engineers on design and purchasing materials.


+ Working with technicians and field engineers to assist system startup.


+ Designing and reviewing SOLIDWORKS electrical drawings


+ Conducting market research and product evaluations when selecting components


+ Developing and executing based on project budgets and timeline


+ Work with the safety team to review safety designs.


+ Work with Safety team on system certifications before releasing it to production


+ Writing reports and presenting findings


+ Achieving business results and company goals


+ Working with external suppliers to meet schedule


+ Designing Cable Harnesses for the system to work as intended


+ Select appropriate hardware to meet safety and system requirements








All About You

We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you’re ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.





+ Minimum B.S. in Electrical Engineering with at least 6+ years of experience in system design or M.S and 4+ years.  Experience in developing System manufacturing and testing equipment.


+ Takes initiative, self-motivated, and drives to design, engineer, analyze and test medium complexity systems, subsystems, and parts.


+ Communication skills for effective influence with customers, internal teammates, and suppliers worldwide


+ Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills


+ Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills


+ Knowledge of electrical codes (Semi S2 and S8, NFPA, NEC)


+ Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills.


+ Previous Automation experience.


+ Understand network, subnets and IP assignment.






Compensation: The base salary range for this role is $111,300 to $178,200. This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.


Incentive Plan: This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance.


Benefits: Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more.  Please click here to see details.




Current openings may involve access to export controlled technology and may be subject to export licensing requirements prior to employment. ATTENTION APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: If you’re unable to access our on-line application due to a disability you may visit one of our locations or our Corporate Office at 600 Riverpark Drive, North Reading, MA and request a paper application form. In addition, you may also contact the HR Service Center at 978-370-3041 or contact them at HR.Service.Center@teradyne.com for additional assistance. LitePoint, a Teradyne Company is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.