Senior Electrical Engineer

Insight Global; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer in Longmont, CO to lead electrical system design, power distribution, and integration for advanced defense platforms. You will collaborate with mechanical, optical, and electrical teams to ensure safe, reliable operation under demanding conditions.

Responsibilities include designing architectures, leading EMI/EMC mitigation, and producing essential documentation while coordinating with cross-functional teams through design reviews.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of electrical engineering experience.
• Experience with high power systems in laser, aerospace, medical, or military sectors.
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC, grounding, bonding, and shielding.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance.
• Python, C, C++, or C# experience.

Responsibilities

• Designing electrical architectures, power distribution systems, and cable assemblies
• Leading grounding, shielding, and EMI/EMC mitigation efforts
• Integrating electrical systems into complex hardware platforms
• Troubleshooting system-level electrical issues during development and testing
• Creating technical documentation and supporting design reviews

Skills

Electrical engineering experience

EMI/EMC knowledge

Python, C, C++, or C#

U.S. DoD Security Clearance

Tools

Altium Designer

PCB design

Fiber optic cable design

Job description

Job Description

A company that develops high-energy laser systems for the Department of Defense is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design and integration of electrical systems for advanced defense products. This person will work closely with mechanical, optical, and electrical engineering teams to develop the power, data, and control systems that enable these high-performance platforms to operate safely and reliably.

The primary responsibilities include:

• Designing electrical architectures, power distribution systems, and cable assemblies
• Leading grounding, shielding, and EMI/EMC mitigation efforts
• Integrating electrical systems into complex hardware platforms
• Troubleshooting system-level electrical issues during development and testing
• Creating technical documentation and supporting design reviews

Because these systems operate at high power levels, this person will play a critical role in ensuring designs are safe, reliable, and capable of performing in demanding defense environments.

The ideal candidate has experience with electrical system design, hardware integration, and troubleshooting in aerospace, defense, or other complex engineering environments. Candidates should be comfortable leading technical efforts and collaborating across multiple engineering disciplines.

The salary range for this position is between $140,000-$180,000, but compensation details will be based on previous work experience, hard and soft skills, and interview outcomes. This role will require a 5 days/week in-office schedule in the company's Longmont, CO office to experience the team's collaborative culture, and build relationships with peers and project teams.

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Skills and Requirements

• 8+ years of electrical engineering experience
• Experience with high power systems, preferably from working in the laser, aerospace, medical equipment, or military sectors
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC, grounding, bonding, and shielding principles
• Ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance Active U.S. DoD Security Clearance
• Altium Designer experience
• PCB design and testing experience
• Fiber optic cable design experience
• Familiarity with military compliance standards
• Python, C, C++, or C# experience