Senior Electrical Engineer - Manufacturing - NY (Relo Provided)

Albany, New York Permanent USD100,000 - USD170,000 per year View Job Description
This role leads electrical design from concept through release, shaping innovative products in a fast-paced environment. You will combine deep technical expertise with practical execution to deliver robust, production-ready solutions.
  • Drive cutting-edge power electronics designs
  • Join a fast-growing, hands-on engineering team

About Our Client

A well-established, engineering-driven organization specializing in the development and manufacture of high-performance electrical products for industrial applications. The business is known for its innovative approach, combining advanced design capabilities with a strong focus on product reliability and quality. With a growing footprint, the team operates in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that encourages hands-on problem solving and continuous improvement. Significant investment in tools, technology, and talent supports ongoing product development and market expansion. The company fosters a culture of ownership, where engineers are empowered to take ideas from concept through to production. It offers a dynamic setting for individuals looking to make a tangible impact on both products and processes.

Job Description

  • Design and develop electrical circuits and PCBs for power electronics and control systems.
  • Create schematics and layouts using ECAD tools, maintaining accurate design data.
  • Build and test prototypes, validating concepts through structured plans.
  • Lead hardware validation, including test documentation and execution.
  • Support regulatory certification processes and compliance requirements.
  • Improve existing products through analysis, troubleshooting, and iteration.
  • Develop and implement production test solutions for volume manufacturing.
  • Manage projects end-to-end, ensuring timelines, risks, and deliverable are controlled.
  • Maintain BOM accuracy and approve component alternatives where needed.
  • Support manufacturing processes, including SMT and production ramp-up.
  • Conduct root cause analysis on field returns and internal defects.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, sales, and support teams.
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience.
  • Proven experience designing power electronics such as switching power supplies or LED drivers.
  • Proficiency with PCB design tools (e.g., Altium Designer or similar).
  • Strong lab and debugging skills using oscilloscopes, DMMs, and power supplies.
  • Experience taking products from R&D through to production release.
  • Familiarity with compliance and testing standards (e.g., UL, EMC) is advantageous.
  • Exposure to embedded firmware (C, Python, or similar) is beneficial.
  • Experience with industrial systems or advanced power applications is desirable.
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.



What's on Offer

  • Competitive base salary and compensation package.
  • Relocation assistance provided for top tier candidates.
  • High level of ownership and visibility across projects.
  • Collaborative and innovative engineering environment.
  • Career progression within a growing organization.
  • Support for continuous learning and professional development.



Contact
Connor Colombo
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7044124

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Production, Manufacturing
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Albany
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Connor Colombo
Job Reference
JN-062026-7044124