Senior Electrical Engineer

NPAworldwide; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NPAworldwide is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to own the full product development lifecycle for electronic and electrical products from concept through production release. This hands-on role includes schematic creation, prototyping, and design iteration to deliver manufacturable solutions.

Responsibilities include managing timelines and budgets, prototyping for performance, writing specs and test plans, and coordinating with manufacturing and suppliers to ensure quality and

Qualifications

• BSEE, BSET or equivalent required.
• 5+ years in electrical design engineering, ideally for consumer products.
• Strong schematic reading and proficiency with design tools (simulation, CAD).
• Hands-on experience taking products from napkin sketch to manufacturable design.
• Solid grasp of financial modeling and NPD processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead electronic/electrical design from concept to production, including schematic creation and prototyping.
• Build and manage project timelines, budgets and quality targets independently.
• Design, fabricate, and evaluate rapid and conventional prototypes for performance and reliability.
• Write product specifications, test plans and verification documentation.
• Conduct feasibility studies, competitive testing and design qualifications.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical/electronic issues during development and post-production.
• Generate ECOs and maintain engineering documentation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, operations, and suppliers on tooling and capacity planning.

Skills

Schematic reading

Design tools

Prototyping

Project management

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BSEE

BSET

Tools

CAD

Simulation

Analysis tools

Job description

Job Description

What You'll Do

You'll own the full product development lifecycle from initial concept through production release for new electronic and electrical products, while also driving improvements to existing ones.

This is a hands‑on engineering role with real ownership and variety.

Core responsibilities include:

• Leading innovative electronic/electrical design from concept to production, including schematic creation, prototyping, and design iteration
• Building and managing project timelines, budgets, and quality targets independently
• Designing, fabricating, and evaluating rapid and conventional prototypes for performance and reliability
• Writing product specifications, test plans, and verification documentation
• Conducting feasibility studies, competitive testing, and design qualifications
• Troubleshooting complex electrical/electronic issues during development and post-production
• Generating Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and maintaining complete engineering documentation
• Collaborating cross‑functionally with manufacturing, operations, and outside suppliers on tooling, assembly, and capacity planning

What You Bring Education

• BSEE, BSET, or equivalent
• Experience: 5+ years in electrical design engineering, ideally in consumer products
• Strong command of schematic reading and design tools (simulation, analysis, CAD)
• Hands‑on experience taking products from napkin sketch to manufacturable design
• Solid grasp of financial modeling and NPD processes
• A creative problem‑solver with sharp analytical instincts and clear communication skills

The Bottom Line

If you're like owning projects end‑to‑end, working across the full stack of hardware development, and seeing your designs go from bench to shelf this role delivers that.

Relocation included.

Salary

Salary Type : Annual Salary

Salary Min : $ 100000

Salary Max : $ 130000

Currency Type : USD

Qualifications

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

What You'll Do

You'll own the full product development lifecycle from initial concept through production release for new electronic and electrical products, while also driving improvements to existing ones.

This is a hands‑on engineering role with real ownership and variety.