Principal Electrical Engineer

Aircompany; New Britain Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Commuter benefits

Job summary

AIRCO is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead the design of electrical systems for its advanced energy technologies. You will craft single- and triple-line diagrams, panel layouts, and safety systems, and collaborate with mechanical and controls engineers to deliver integrated solutions.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 10+ years of hands-on design experience for OEMs, proficiency in AutoCAD, and a proven track record in E-STOP and safety system design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
• 10 years of experience in electrical design and panel layout for machine building applications (OEMs)
• Hands‑on experience designing safety systems, including E‑STOP circuits
• Solid understanding of control and instrumentation engineering fundamentals
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or equivalent electrical design software
• Comfortable in a dynamic startup environment where priorities shift and you own the outcome
• Strong commitment to personal and process safety
• Ability to work onsite in New Britain, PA at least three days per week

Responsibilities

• Develop single line and three line diagrams for new and existing systems
• Design and lay out electrical panels
• Perform electrical load calculations and size electrical equipment, and write equipment specifications
• Perform cable sizing, routing design, and calculations, and write cable specifications
• Design grounding systems
• Design safety systems, including emergency stop (E‑STOP) circuits
• Generate bills of materials to support procurement and fabrication
• Partner closely with mechanical, process, and controls engineers to integrate electrical design across the full system

Job description

About AIRCO

AIRCO™ develops advanced technologies for energy security and global resiliency. The company makes drop-in e-fuels that can power transportation across air, land, sea and space. Its modular MAD Fuel System ™ combines the company's proprietary catalysts, compact hardware, and locally available power to produce fuels to spec wherever they're needed, turning distributed energy into ready-to-use fuel.

Led by co-founder and CEO Gregory Constantine (a 2026 EY Entrepreneur of the Year), the company has been awarded government contracts, including from the U.S. Department of War, NASA and the Department of Energy (DoE), and has investment and commercial partners with groups such as In‑Q‑Tel, GE Aerospace, Toyota Ventures, Virgin Atlantic, JetBlue and Alaska Airlines among others.

What you get to do

• Develop single line and three line diagrams for new and existing systems
• Design and lay out electrical panels
• Perform electrical load calculations and size electrical equipment, and write equipment specifications
• Perform cable sizing, routing design, and calculations, and write cable specifications
• Design grounding systems
• Design safety systems, including emergency stop (E‑STOP) circuits
• Generate bills of materials to support procurement and fabrication
• Partner closely with mechanical, process, and controls engineers to integrate electrical design across the full system

What you bring to AIRCO

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
• 10 years of experience in electrical design and panel layout for machine building applications (OEMs)
• Hands‑on experience designing safety systems, including E‑STOP circuits
• Solid understanding of control and instrumentation engineering fundamentals
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or equivalent electrical design software
• Comfortable in a dynamic startup environment where priorities shift and you own the outcome
• Strong commitment to personal and process safety
• Ability to work onsite in New Britain, PA at least three days per week

Bonus points

• Chemical industry and/or hazardous environment experience
• Understanding of state and federal code selection and regulations
• Plant troubleshooting or maintenance experience

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Full coverage for employee base premiums on health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 70% coverage for spouse and dependent base premiums.
• Choose between base plans or enhanced options to fit your needs.
• Health Savings & Flexibility: Access company-sponsored HSA and FSA accounts to save on healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Income Protection & Insurance: Company-paid Short‑Term Disability insurance. Optional Long‑Term Disability and Life Insurance plans.
• Time Off & Leave: Flexible and generous paid time off, with opportunities to carry over unused PTO. Paid family leave to support you during important life moments.
• Retirement Savings: Tax‑deferred 401(k) plan with a 3% company match to help you invest in your future.
• Lifestyle & Commuter Benefits: Monthly Lifestyle Spending Account: Company‑funded monthly benefit that can be used toward eligible work‑from‑home and commuting expenses, including gas, parking, and public transit. Pre‑Tax Commuter Benefits: Access to pre‑tax savings through Navia for eligible transit and parking expenses.
• Additional Perks: Ancillary benefits through Sequoia, including pet insurance and financial wellness programs. Employee wellness program to support your well‑being. Inclusive of Wellhub & One Medical.
• Company‑sponsored events and programs that promote an inclusive and values‑driven workplace.
• Weekly company‑funded meal stipend that can be used toward meals from restaurants and food delivery services.

At AIRCO we value employees for their unique perspectives. We are an inclusive affirmative action Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider applicants without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy‑related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, present or past history of intellectual, learning, mental, or physical disability (including but not limited to blindness) unless AIRCO determines that such disability prevents performance of the work involved, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women, marginalized genders and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At AIRCO we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly