Principal Electrical Engineer

Principal Electrical Engineer – Santa Clara, CA Principal Electrical Engineer for MONARCH® focused on PCB design, electrical system architecture, and compliance with medical device safety standards such as IEC 60601. Overview We are seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer for MONARCH® with deep expertise in PCB design, electrical system architecture, and medical device safety standards such as IEC 60601. The candidate will lead the design and development of complex electronic systems for regulated medical devices, ensuring compliance with global safety and EMC requirements. Key Responsibilities System Architecture: lead the development of reliable and compliant electronic system architecture. PCB Design & Layout: lead design of multi-layer PCBs including high-speed digital, analog, and mixed-signal circuits; define PCB layout guidelines for creepage and clearance, patient isolation barriers, EMI/EMC performance, thermal management. Compliance & Regulatory: ensure products meet IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 62304, ISO 14971; support EMC, surge, ESD, EFT, and immunity testing; design mitigation strategies (MOVs, TVS, filters, shielding, grounding). Circuit Design: design power supplies, isolation barriers, patient‑connected circuits, sensor interfaces, high‑speed digital systems, implementing mitigation strategies for EMI/EMC. Safety & Risk Management: perform electrical hazard analysis; support risk management documentation; ensure patient and operator protection (MOOP / MOPP). Technical Leadership: provide technical leadership to electrical and PCB teams; conduct design reviews and failure analysis; mentor junior engineers and layout designers; define best practices for hardware development. Required Qualifications Education: MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering (BS with strong experience acceptable). Experience: 10+ years in electronics design and product development; 5+ years in medical device development. Technical Skills: Advanced PCB design and layout, analog and digital circuit design, power electronics, EMC/EMI mitigation, isolation design, safety compliance. Preferred Skills High‑voltage medical equipment design; motor control systems; RF or high‑speed digital design; compliance with global regulatory approvals (FDA, CE). Key Knowledge Areas Medical isolation (MOPP / MOOP), leakage current limits, creepage and clearance, EMC mitigation strategies, surge and ESD protection, safety critical design reviews, risk management. Compensation Base pay: $157,000 – $271,400 USD per year. Bonus: eligible for annual performance bonus in accordance with company plan. Benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, business accident insurance, group legal insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; long‑term incentive program; vacation up to 120 hours per year; sick time up to 40 hours per year; holiday pay up to 13 days per year; work, personal and family time up to 40 hours per year. Equal Opportunity Employer Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Contact for Accommodation If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us at for external applicants; internal employees may contact AskGS for accommodations. Job Posting Status Job posting is anticipated to close on 03/23/26. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co