Principal Electrical Engineer

Principal Electrical EngineerReports to: Manager, Electrical EngineeringDepartment: EngineeringWork Model: Full-time, On-site – No Travel RequiredSchedule: Monday – Friday 8am-5pmCompany & Benefit InformationAt Crystal Group, we do hard things – designing and building rugged tech and tech solutions that provide predictable performance in the world's most unforgiving environments. As a 100% employee-owned company, here you take extreme ownership of your role and work and invest in your own success and that of your teammates. Together we use a zero limits approach to wow our customers.Crystal Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:Medical/dental/vision insurancePaid time offTuition reimbursementWellness programsParticipation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)On-Site GymJob SummaryThis position is responsible for the design, development, and verification of assigned electrical wiring and printed circuit board (PCB) assemblies to include cables, plugs, military connectors, and associated pin-outs. In addition, the Principal Electrical Engineer will be expected to perform research and development of new processes or services with minimal oversight as well as conduct peer reviews, be a mentor for new hires, and lead medium-size project groups.Essential FunctionsMaintain extensive working knowledge of Crystal Group's electrical design tools for efficient conversion of technical requirements into schematic diagrams, PCB layouts, and circuit card assembly drawingsRead and interpret electrical drawings and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standardsAssist the systems team in researching, designing, and evaluating systems and/or processes to meet customer requirements, ensure designs are producible and error freeProvide component-level review and in-depth electrical troubleshooting support for products in Manufacturing and Technical ServicesReview and provide template updates for electrical drawings and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards, as assignedUtilize engineering theory and simulation models to assess feasibility, sustainability, and operating condition effectsDirect or coordinate electrical manufacturing and testing activities to ensure compliance with specifications, codes, or customer requirementsCompile data and write reports regarding existing or potential electrical engineering studies or projectsDesign electrical test control apparatus or equipment or develop procedures for testing productsPerform detailed electrical calculations to compute and establish manufacturing standards or specificationsEvaluate electrical designs or prototypes for energy performance or environmental impactWrite electrical performance requirements for product development or engineering projectsProvide technical assistance for the Pilot Line build and testing of new products and systemsMaintain a high level of quality of designs with minimal errorsTrain and mentor more junior members of the departmentKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesExtensive understanding and theory of printed circuit design and layoutsExtensive understanding of the design for wire harnesses and cablesSubstantial knowledge of computer hardware and systems integrationExperience working in a fast-paced environmentExtensive knowledge of electrical component industry standardsExpert level understanding of commonly practiced concepts related to electrical engineering theoryCurrent industry standards of soldering, wire assemblies, and base assembliesUse of full range instrumentation including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and protocol analyzersMultitask to meet several simultaneous project milestones up to and including completion of several projectsWork both independently and in a team environment with the ability to change priorities as neededBuild, troubleshoot, and debug circuit boards and assemblies including analog and digital electronicsAbility to use various software programs related to engineering theory (Altium Designer, Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD)Create, read, and compare technical data sheetsAble to effectively lead medium-large (4-7 member) multi-disciplinary teams on vaguely defined projects with little supervision, oversight, and coaching providedIdentify inter-departmental process deficiencies, propose viable solutions, and implement appropriate corrective action(s) with minimal managerial support providedRequired QualificationsMust be a US Person (US Citizen, person granted US Permanent Resident Card or any individual who is granted status as a "protected person")Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science or related engineering field and 10+ years of electrical engineering experiencePreferred Qualifications3+ years of PCB and schematic layout3+ years of wire harness or cable design10+ years of electrical component building experience10+ years of CAD software related workExtensive knowledge of computer equipment (PC, firewall, switch, data acquisition systems, UPS, server rack equipment, etc.)Extensive knowledge of advanced testing equipment (bode plot generators, oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, hall-effect probes, etc.)3+ year of leadership experienceWorking ConditionsWork is primarily performed in an office environment. Occasional exposure to manufacturing floors and testing environments. May require lifting up to 25 lbs, standing for extended periods during product testing.EEO StatementCrystal Group, Inc, maintains a program of equal employment opportunity designed to ensure that employment and advancement opportunities are made available to all employees and applicants on the basis of individual qualifications and without regard to race, religion, color, creed, national origin, disability, age, sex, genetic information, military status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws.Offer ContingencyAll job offers are contingent on the applicant successfully completing the background check and drug screen.This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other responsibilities as necessary. Employment with Crystal Group remains at-will.