Staff Engineer IV - Systems Engineering & Modular Architecture

Staff Engineer IV – Systems Engineering & Modular Architecture

Location:

Hybrid, Plymouth, MN

• Lead the end-to-end systems engineering process across the product lifecycle, from requirements definition through validation.
• Define and manage system architecture, interfaces, and performance trade-offs.
• Develop and maintain system-level documentation including functional decompositions, requirement matrices, and architecture models.
• Facilitate systems integration and technical risk management across multi-disciplinary teams.
• Champion modular design and platform strategies to maximize design reuse and reduce complexity.
• Develop and maintain modular architectures and product platforms that support multiple variants and configurations.
• Define interface standards, common subsystems, and key design rules to ensure compatibility across product lines.
• Serve as the technical authority and advisor for cross-functional teams on systems and modular design topics.
• Collaborate with product management, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain to ensure designs meet business, customer, and lifecycle needs.
• Conduct architecture reviews and ensure engineering teams adhere to best practices in system and modular design.
• Drive innovation in system design methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Identify and implement improvements to increase efficiency, reliability, and maintainability of complex systems.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote systems thinking across the organization.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in product development with significant focus on systems engineering and/or modular product architecture.
• Proven experience leading system architecture for complex electromechanical or software-intensive products.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering tools and standards (e.g., SysML, MBSE, requirements management tools).
• Deep knowledge of modular product design, interface management, and configuration control.
• Excellent problem-solving, technical communication, and leadership skills.

• INCOSE CSEP/ASEP certification or equivalent systems engineering credentials.
• Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) frameworks.
• Experience in industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical devices, or industrial equipment.
• Familiarity with PLM systems and design configuration management practices.

• Medical insurance plan options, including dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid time off and company paid holidays.
• Paid sick time in accordance with federal, state, and local law.
• Tuition reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service.
• Typical annual base salary range: $109,100 - $188,700 (plus 15% bonus) in Minnesota.