Jobs in Carson, CA

About the role

We is seeking a Principal Electronics Engineer to lead PCB design and development for power electronics applications. This is a hands-on principal-level role for an engineer who has previously held an equivalent position and is ready to take ownership of the full electrical design lifecycle — from schematic and PCB layout through contract manufacturing, production support, and in-service root cause investigation. The successful candidate will serve as the technical authority on all design aspects of the PCB, working cross-functionally to ensure designs are robust, manufacturable, and field-reliable.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Prior experience in a Principal (or equivalent senior) Electronics Engineer role, with demonstrated ownership of PCB design programs.
• Direct, hands-on experience with PCB layout and the ability to analyze and troubleshoot design issues on actual PCBs.
• Experience with Contract Manufacturing (CM) engagement, including working directly with PCB houses/fabricators.
• Demonstrated experience conducting root cause investigations for issues found in production and in-service (field) environments.
• Strong understanding of power electronics design principles, including power stage layout, thermal considerations, and EMI/EMC best practices.
• As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace.
• PCB development experience specifically within power electronics and motor drive applications.
• Experience with EV chargers or similar power conversion/power electronics products.
• Familiarity with high-power/high-current PCB layout techniques and associated thermal and safety design considerations.
• The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience
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