Principal Electrical & Firmware Engineer

Drucker Diagnostics • Port Matilda, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Principal Electrical and Firmware Engineer leads the design, development, and support of electrical hardware, firmware, and software for Drucker Diagnostics products, from concept through production release and downstream support. The role requires a deep understanding of the hardware and firmware behind current products, alongside the ability to innovate and develop new concepts and designs.

The position owns electrical hardware design and obsolescence management; leads embedded software planning, development, testing, and support; and performs systems engineering across disciplines. It also supports manufacturing and supply chain activities, including assembly troubleshooting, design for manufacturability and assembly, supplier selection, and component qualification. The role is on-site in Port Matilda, Pennsylvania, with remote work eligibility as appropriate, and includes travel between Drucker Diagnostics facilities as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; alternate education and experience may be considered.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience.
• In-depth knowledge of electronics and electrical systems, including circuit boards, processors, and embedded systems.
• Strong C/C++ and object-oriented programming skills, with experience debugging and testing embedded and desktop/server systems.
• Experience with design controls in a regulated industry; medical device experience is preferred.
• Ability to read engineering prints and manufacturer technical references.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including timely decision-making with imperfect information.
• Ability to build trust and collaboration, show a bias for action, and maintain a strong customer focus.
• Clear and persuasive communication skills and ability to lead change with a clear roadmap.
• Ability to work toward goals with limited supervision and accept feedback readily.
• Proficiency with Altium, OrCAD, or similar schematic and CAD software.
• Proficiency with IDEs, compilers, and platform operating systems on Windows and Linux.
• Proficiency with PC-based test equipment and software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Highly safety-conscious.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and sit and stand for long periods.
• Ability to travel as needed between Drucker Diagnostics facilities, with infrequent additional travel as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Prior technical leadership or team direction experience.
• Experience in the medical device industry or another regulated industry.

Responsibilities

• Own the design, development, and obsolescence management of printed circuit boards, motors, actuators, power supplies, cables, wiring, and other electrical components.
• Create and manage schematics, PCB design files, wiring diagrams, bills of materials, and alternate source plans.
• Develop reliability, verification, and conformance test plans, including electrical safety, EMI, and RoHS requirements.
• Follow hardware design controls required by regulatory standards and the quality system.
• Lead cost reduction and product improvement efforts.
• Lead planning, design, coding, testing, and support of software for embedded devices.
• Analyze and disposition device software issues and correct deficiencies.
• Oversee software source control and revision management, and improve software documentation, policies, and procedures.
• Keep systems relevant to changing technologies and innovate products and capabilities.
• Perform systems engineering across disciplines, including requirements, risk identification, configuration management, verification and validation, and design reviews.
• Gather voice-of-customer input from functional departments to define technical and product needs.
• Lead failure analysis, change management, technical manuals, and support for service centers.
• Define projects and statements of work for hardware-related initiatives.
• Support assembly with troubleshooting guidance, test plans, fixtures, and input to assembly instructions.
• Partner with Operations on DFM/DFA, supplier selection, and obsolescence resolution.
• Support MRB, inspection requirements, and qualification testing for PCBAs and electrical components.
• Coach and mentor to grow team capability and progress against the succession development plan.

Benefits

• 401k with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with company match
• Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance with AD&D coverage
• Up to 10 paid holidays per year plus your birthday
• Personal Time Off (PTO)
• Structured mentoring and development toward executive leadership

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal