Principal, Electrical Engineer

42dot; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 233,700 - 336,300; Full time

Job summary

42dot in Sunnyvale, California is seeking an Electrical Engineering Lead to oversee the development of next-generation platform ECUs. The candidate will manage the EE development process, ensuring best practices while collaborating with key stakeholders.

Candidates should possess a minimum of 20 years in electrical engineering and hardware validation, along with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. The compensation range is between $233,700 and $336,300.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 20 years of hands-on experience in electrical engineering and hardware validation.
• Extensive experience in safety-critical industries with production-grade electronics.
• Expert-level proficiency in complex EE schematics and high-performance computing designs.

Responsibilities

• Drive the EE development process for next-generation platform ECUs.
• Manage interfaces with stakeholders for system integration.
• Leverage internal talent and Tier 1/2 partners for complex hardware roadmaps.

Skills

Electrical engineering expertise

Hardware validation

Functional safety compliance

Manufacturing process validation

Strategic cost-saving strategies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

We are looking for the best

About Us

42dot is a mobility AI company committed to solving mobility challenges with software and AI. As the Global Software Center of Hyundai Motor Group, 42dot pioneers the future of mobility by advancing the development of software‑defined vehicles.

We develop safety‑first, user‑centric software‑defined vehicle technologies that deliver the latest performance through continuous updates like smartphones. By advancing software and AI technology, 42dot envisions a world where everything is connected and moves autonomously through a self‑managing urban transportation operating system.

About the Role

ECU Lifecycle Ownership: Drive the EE development for next‑generation platform ECUs from initial concept through mass production. Optimization & Efficiency: Lead initiatives to drive BOM cost down, improve hardware reliability/quality, and accelerate time‑to‑market through streamlined design cycles.

Responsibilities

• Process Leadership: Own the EE development process, establishing best practices for schematic capture, PCB layout, and Design for Manufacturing (DFM).

• Cross‑Functional Orchestration: Manage interfaces with a large matrix of key stakeholders, to ensure seamless system integration.

• Resource Management: Leverage and direct both internal engineering talent and external Tier 1/2 partners to execute complex hardware roadmaps.

• Subject Matter Expert: Provide expert‑level review of EE schematics and data sheets for high‑performance SoCs, MCUs, and FPGAs.

• Validation Strategy: Partner with the Lab and Test teams to define ATE and HIL testing requirements that validate hardware stability across the full product lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 20+ years of hands‑on experience in electrical engineering and hardware validation.

• Functional Safety and Compliance: Extensive experience in safety‑critical or highly regulated industries, with a proven track record of delivering production‑grade electronics.

• Hardware Mastery: Expert‑level proficiency in reading and interpreting complex EE schematics and designing for high‑performance computing platforms.

• Manufacturing Fluency: Deep understanding of IPC‑A‑610/620 quality levels and experience validating supplier manufacturing processes on‑site.

• End‑to‑End Execution: Demonstrated success in “greenfield” product development—taking an idea from a blank sheet to a fully operational, high‑volume hardware platform.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Automotive Experience: Direct experience with automotive‑grade electronics, high‑voltage DC systems, and complex wiring harness architectures.

• Strategic Savings: Proven ability to document and execute significant cost‑avoidance strategies through board‑level repairs and design optimizations.

Interview Process

• Application Review - Coding Test - 1st interview - 2nd interview - Offer Negotiation - Hiring

• The screening procedures may vary depending on the position, schedule, or other circumstances.

  You will be individually notified of the screening schedule and results via the email address provided in your application.

Compensation

• $233,700 - $336,300

Additional Information

• In accordance with fair hiring practices, do not include any personal information unrelated to your job qualifications (e.g., Social Security Number, family relations, marital status, age, photo, physical condition, place of birth, etc.) in your resume.

• All documents must be submitted in PDF format and under 30 MB in size.

• If you experience issues uploading your resume, please send it along with the job posting URL to [e-mail].

• We strongly encourage applications from U.S. veterans and candidates eligible for employment preference under applicable laws.

• Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

• 42dot does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees for any such submissions. Equal Opportunity Statement

• 42dot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

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• How to work in 42dot, About 42dot Way