Senior Principal Engineer

Kforce has a client in Round Lake, IL that is seeking a Senior Principal Engineer.

Responsibilities:

* Define system requirements, hardware specifications, and electrical architectures

* Design and develop analog and digital circuits for embedded, microcontroller-based systems

* Perform circuit analysis, simulation, and validation for performance, reliability, and safety

* Ensure seamless integration across electrical, mechanical, and software components

* Develop and maintain design documentation, schematics, and technical specifications

* Lead troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and design improvements

* Define and execute validation and test strategies, including data acquisition and analysis

* Guide PCB layout to meet EMI/EMC/ESD and manufacturability requirements

* Support transition from design to manufacturing and ensure production readiness

* Collaborate cross-functionally across engineering, regulatory, quality, and operations

* Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

* 15+ years of experience in electrical/electronic hardware development

* Experience working in regulated environments (medical device, automotive, aerospace, etc.)

* Hands-on experience with EMI/EMC testing and compliance

* Knowledge of industry standards (IEC, UL, ANSI, etc.)

Strong experience with:

* Embedded systems (microcontrollers, FPGA, digital/analog design)

* Circuit design, analysis, and simulation

* PCB design tools (Altium Designer preferred)