Lead Electrical Engineer

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Lead Electrical Engineer for an innovative and growing technology-dedicated engineering organization focused on advanced hardware, embedded systems and intelligent connected technologies. This is a true consulting opportunity, part-time hours to start with the potential to evolve into a full-time role for the right individual. This role is primarily remote with occasional onsite collaboration in the NYC metro area around once / qtr.

POSITION OVERVIEW:
This organization is seeking a senior-level Electrical Engineering subject matter expert to provide technical leadership, mentorship, and systems architecture guidance across a variety of prototype and R&D-focused hardware initiatives. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineering leader who enjoys solving complex embedded systems challenges while collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary engineering team. This role is centered around innovation, rapid prototyping, and advanced product development rather than high-volume manufacturing or production-focused environments.

PERKS:

• Flexible part-time consulting opportunity with long-term growth potential
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge prototype and R&D-focused technologies including robotics, AI-enabled hardware, connected devices, and next-generation embedded systems across diverse industries
• Collaborative, creative, and multidisciplinary engineering environment that values mentorship and knowledge sharing
• Competitive hourly compensation with flexibility based on experience, technical depth, and leadership expertise

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a small electrical engineering and embedded systems team
• Contribute hands-on to firmware and software development using C/C++ and embedded development tools such as Arduino, Eclipse, and Zephyr
• Review and validate engineering designs, embedded architectures, testing processes, and technical documentation
• Support systems architecture decisions related to prototype development, IoT connectivity, and intelligent hardware systems
• Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, mechanical, and product development teams in fast-paced R&D environments
• Assist with troubleshooting, risk management, and resolution of complex hardware and firmware challenges
• Guide discussions around component selection, motor controls, wireless communication technologies, and rapid prototyping strategies

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 8+ years of experience in electrical engineering, embedded systems, or related hardware-focused engineering environments
• Strong hands-on experience with embedded firmware and software development in C and C++
• Experience working in prototype engineering, R&D, innovation labs, startup hardware environments, or advanced product development settings
• Familiarity with systems architecture, embedded control systems, motor controls, and connected hardware technologies
• Experience with IoT systems and wireless communication protocols including Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, RF, and cellular connectivity
• Exposure to AI/ML concepts related to hardware, computer vision, edge AI, model training, or intelligent systems integration
• Strong communication, technical documentation, mentorship, leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
This opportunity offers competitive consulting compensation range of $105-120/hr W2 commensurate with experience, technical expertise, and leadership capabilities. The organization provides a flexible and primarily remote work environment with limited onsite collaboration requirements in the NYC area. This role also offers the opportunity to contribute to highly innovative R&D and prototype initiatives while potentially growing into a larger long-term leadership position.

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