Principal Electrical Engineer - Planning & Coordination

** Overview*
* Microsoft's Quantum Hardware organization is developing breakthrough computing systems at the intersection of advanced physics, high‑performance electronics, and world‑class engineering. We are seeking a  
** Principal Electrical Engineer - Engineering Planning Coordinator
** with a proficient electrical engineering background to lead complex PCB supplier engagements, drive process development, coordinate multidisciplinary hardware teams, and oversee program schedules, budgets, and resource planning.

At Microsoft Quantum, we aim to empower science and scientists to solve the world's biggest problems by realizing advanced computing platforms at the intersection of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, and quantum information technology. Microsoft Quantum will change the world of computing and help solve some of humankind's currently unsolvable problems. For more information about our team, visit   . 

This role is ideal for a leader who thrives in fast‑paced environments, excels at cross‑functional execution, and brings clarity and structure to highly technical programs. You will partner with electrical engineers, supply chain, fabrication partners, system integrators, and leadership teams to deliver high‑quality hardware on aggressive timelines.

Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond. 

** Responsibilities*
* + Lead end-to-end planning and execution for electrical engineering initiatives, including PCB and/or superconducting integrated circuits development, validation, integration, sustaining activities, program schedules, critical paths, risk mitigation, and cross-team dependencies.

+ Drive complex PCB supplier and manufacturing engagements by coordinating capability assessments, technical reviews, readiness evaluations, process development, stack-ups, design rules, yield improvement, cost optimization, and performance tracking.

+ Partner across qubit design, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, systems engineering, reliability, sourcing, supply chain, fabrication partners, contract manufacturers, system integrators, and leadership teams to align deliverables, resolve blockers, and support high-quality execution.

+ Develop and improve electrical and PCB development processes, documentation, quality frameworks, design review practices, design for manufacturing, testability, and validation workflows, manufacturing readiness processes, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms.

+ Own program budget, resource, and portfolio planning for assigned efforts, including build costs, vendor non-recurring engineering, capital needs, engineering resource forecasts, cost scenario modeling, actuals tracking, and alignment to fiscal expectations.

+ Communicate clearly across technical and executive audiences, synthesize engineering and supplier input into decision frameworks, influence outcomes without direct authority, and mentor junior engineering planning coordinators and engineers while reinforcing Microsoft's values and inclusive culture.

+ Other

+ Embody our Culture ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).)  and Values ()

** Qualifications*
* ** Required/minimum qualifications*
* + Doctorate in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment

+ OR Master's Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment

+ OR Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 8+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment

+ OR equivalent experience.

** Other Requirements*
* + Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized…