Principal Electrical Engineer

Nextern•Maple Grove, MN

38d•$130,000 - $195,000

About The Position

At Nextern, we inspire with passion, impact with significance, and act with integrity. Nextern partners with OEMs, clinicians, and innovators to design, develop, and manufacture world-class medical devices across the full product lifecycle. From single-use disposables to fully integrated systems to precision components, our teams work as an extension of yours to solve patient needs and improve lives worldwide. As a Principal Electrical Engineer, you will play a critical role in the design, development, and testing of electrical and electronic systems for medical devices. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary engineering team and engage directly with clients to ensure product excellence and compliance with regulatory standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on medical devices.
Proficient in electronic hardware design and understanding of both analog and digital circuitry.
Experience with testing equipment and debugging tools.
Familiarity with embedded firmware development, preferably using C and C++.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to mentor junior team members.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of design software such as Altium
Master’s Degree or higher

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the design and implementation of complex electronic systems.
Oversee and mentor junior engineers and technical staff.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product requirements and specifications.
Conduct analysis of electrical systems, creating schematics and detailed technical documentation.
Implement testing protocols to verify adherence to performance and functional criteria.
Resolve technical challenges and perform root cause analysis on issues that arise.
Act as the primary technical interface with clients, maintaining strong communication to deliver project updates and address concerns.
Maintain knowledge of industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements to drive innovation.
Contribute to design reviews and project planning discussions.