Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer

Sperry Rail is on a mission-critical journey to revolutionize the Rail Flaw Detection industry. Through the continuous development of cutting-edge diagnostic technologies and AI-assisted analysis, we are transforming railway safety worldwide. Our global engineering teams work collaboratively to develop step-change technologies that define Sperry as the unparalleled market leader.

For nearly a century, we have repeatedly modernized and improved rail diagnostics through our relentless pursuit of improvement. Determined is an understatement. We are obsessed with advancing science and raising the bar on what's possible with our ever-improving suite of products and service offerings.

Emboldened through the shared values of honesty, accountability, passion, integrity, and teamwork, we are driven by the challenge and bridging concepts with fruition. Each technologist entering Sperry imprints themselves into our brand and further galvanizes a culture of innovation and advancement. Allow us to be clear, Thought Leaders are welcome!

We are agile and hungry and invite those with similar passions to join us in challenging the status quo and bringing new ideas to the market. Fast-paced, high-touch with a distinct sense of purpose. We offer more than a job; we offer an opportunity to be part of something different.

Position Summary

The Electrical Engineer is a hardware-focused engineering role within Sperry Rail's Electronics Group, working across active programs, sustaining support obligations, and new product development. The role spans PCB design, cable and harness engineering, EMC compliance, component obsolescence management, and field electrical support for a global fleet of rail inspection vehicles. It also provides support to Sperry's most significant forward-looking development programs, which require meaningful hardware engineering involvement that cannot be fulfilled alongside the existing sustaining workload.

This position is suited for an Engineer with experience in hardware design, PCB development, or electrical systems engineering, who is ready to work with a high degree of autonomy in a fast-paced, multi-program environment.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We do not offer sponsorship

Key Responsibilities

Hardware Design & Development

Design and develop electrical schematics for new and modified assemblies across Sperry's rail inspection platforms.

Perform PCB layout review and collaborate with contract PCB designers to ensure designs meet electrical, thermal, mechanical, and manufacturability requirements.

Design cable assemblies and wiring harnesses for vehicle and system-level integration.

Select and specify electrical components, balancing performance, availability, cost, and longevity.

Participate in formal and informal design reviews for all hardware content.

EMC / EMI Compliance

Support EMC/EMI compliance testing activities including pre-compliance testing, test lab coordination, failure investigation, and remediation design.

Apply design-for-compliance principles throughout hardware development.

Maintain awareness of applicable EMC standards for Sperry's products.

Component Obsolescence Management

Monitor and manage component lifecycle risk across active hardware designs.

Evaluate replacement components for form, fit, and function equivalence.

Maintain documentation of obsolescence findings and resolutions.

Production & Build Support

Create and review production build instructions for hardware assemblies.

Support ECore design and production updates.

Assist Production Engineering with first-article builds and hardware-related quality issues.

Field Engineering & EMEA Support

Provide field troubleshooting support for electrical and hardware issues on deployed vehicles.

Support computer hardware specification, configuration, and troubleshooting for Sperry Inspector platforms.

New Program EE Support

Provide dedicated EE bandwidth to NextGen Hi-Rail development.

Support DCC5 hardware integration efforts.

Engage in communication systems integration support and other platform-level hardware upgrade programs.

Documentation

Produce and maintain hardware documentation.

Develop troubleshooting guides and reference materials for recurring field electrical issues.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. Master's degree preferred.

8+ years of professional experience in hardware design, PCB development, electrical systems engineering, or a closely related discipline.

Demonstrated experience designing electrical schematics and cable/harness assemblies for electronic or electromechanical products.

Familiarity with PCB layout review and design-for-manufacture considerations for electronic assemblies.

Working knowledge of component selection and obsolescence management practices.

Experience with or exposure to EMC/EMI compliance testing and design-for-compliance techniques.

Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical integration drawings.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear technical documentation and engage effectively with cross-functional teams and customers.

Comfortable operating with a high degree of autonomy in a multi-project, fast-moving environment.

Preferred Experience & Skills

Experience with embedded systems hardware or industrial electronics in a product development or sustaining context.

Exposure to regulatory compliance testing (FCC, CE, EN standards) and working with external test labs.

Background in low-volume, high-complexity product environments — rail, transportation, defense, aerospace, or specialty industrial equipment.

Experience supporting globally deployed products including remote troubleshooting and international customer engagement.

Familiarity with ERP systems (Sage X3 or similar) for BOM management and engineering change documentation.

Exposure to rail inspection, sensing technology, or precision measurement systems — a plus, not a requirement.

Work Environment

This position is based at our Shelton, CT facility. The role involves a mix of office-based design and documentation work, hands-on lab and hardware bring-up activities, and periodic production floor engagement. Domestic travel should be expected to support field troubleshooting, vehicle commissioning, and supplier visits. Some international travel may be required to support EMEA customer. Candidates should be comfortable with the pace and ambiguity inherent in a small engineering team where priorities evolve with program needs and field demand.