Senior Principal Engineer

Kforce Inc.

Round Lake, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$60–$75
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, American National Standards Institute (ANSI), Analog Circuit Design, Analysis Skills, Circuit Design, Circuit Simulation, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Digital Circuits, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Electromagnetic Compatibility, Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), Electromagnetic Interference Testing, Embedded Systems, FPGA, Hardware Development, Hardware Specification, Identify Issues, Industry Standards, International Electro-Technical Commission (IEC), Legal, Manufacturing, Medical Equipment, Mentoring, Microcontroller, Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Layout, Printed Circuit Board Design, Regulations, Requirements Management, Root Cause Analysis, Schematics, Short Messaging Service (SMS), Simulation, Technical Leadership, Test Strategy, Validation Testing
LOCATION
Round Lake, IL
POSTED
2 days ago
Kforce has a client in Round Lake, IL that is seeking a Senior Principal Engineer. Responsibilities:
  • Define system requirements, hardware specifications, and electrical architectures
  • Design and develop analog and digital circuits for embedded, microcontroller-based systems
  • Perform circuit analysis, simulation, and validation for performance, reliability, and safety
  • Ensure seamless integration across electrical, mechanical, and software components
  • Develop and maintain design documentation, schematics, and technical specifications
  • Lead troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and design improvements
  • Define and execute validation and test strategies, including data acquisition and analysis
  • Guide PCB layout to meet EMI/EMC/ESD and manufacturability requirements
  • Support transition from design to manufacturing and ensure production readiness
  • Collaborate cross-functionally across engineering, regulatory, quality, and operations
  • Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 15+ years of experience in electrical/electronic hardware development
  • Experience working in regulated environments (medical device, automotive, aerospace, etc.)
  • Hands-on experience with EMI/EMC testing and compliance
  • Knowledge of industry standards (IEC, UL, ANSI, etc.)
Strong experience with:
  • Embedded systems (microcontrollers, FPGA, digital/analog design)
  • Circuit design, analysis, and simulation
  • PCB design tools (Altium Designer preferred)

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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About the Company

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Kforce Inc.

Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services. Our KNOWLEDGEforce® empowers top companies to achieve their digital transformation goals. We curate teams of technical experts who deliver solutions custom-tailored to each client’s needs. These scalable, flexible outcomes are shaped by deep market knowledge, thought leadership and our multi-industry expertise.

 

Our integrated approach is rooted in 60 years of proven success deploying highly skilled professionals on a temporary and direct-hire basis. Each year, approximately 18,000 talented experts work with the Fortune 500 and other leading companies. Together, we deliver Great Results Through Strategic Partnership and Knowledge Sharing®.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1962
WEBSITE
http://www.kforce.com/