Sr. Electrical Engineer

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 86,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401K with Employer Match and Profit Sh

Health and Wellness Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Referral Program

Competitive Pay

Recognition

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Job summary

Curtiss-Wright Engineered Pump Division (EPD) in Bethlehem, PA is seeking a Sr Electrical Engineer to lead the design, development, testing, and production of complex electrical systems from concept to launch.

The role demands technical leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and mentorship, with responsibility for architecture, component selection, design reviews, and supplier assessments.

On-site at Bethlehem with a competitive compensation package and broad benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 6-10+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience with increasing responsibility and leadership.
• Proven success leading design and development of complex electrical systems.
• Deep expertise in electrical engineering principles, design methodologies, and system integration.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, electrical safety standards, and quality systems.
• Ability to mentor, collaborate, and communicate across teams.
• U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain security clearances.

Responsibilities

• Define system architecture and design approaches, develop and test electrical components, perform simulations and analyses, and conduct experimental testing with full documentation of results.
• Plan and deliver complex engineering projects, ensure alignment with requirements and standards.
• Lead design reviews and risk assessments, resolve technical issues, and guide integration across engineering disciplines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, communicate requirements and technical progress to internal and external partners, and support technology planning and strategic road mapping.
• Select components and materials based on performance and reliability needs.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities to ensure they support design and production requirements.
• Mentor engineers, provide technical feedback, establish engineering standards and documentation practices, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Electrical design

Project leadership

Regulatory compliance

Systems integration

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Sr Electrical Engineer

Our Bethlehem facility is growing, and we are looking for a Sr Electrical Engineer to join our team!

The Sr Electrical Engineer will lead the design, development, testing, and delivery of complex electrical systems from concept through production, serving as a technical expert and project lead while ensuring high-quality engineering execution, cross-functional alignment, innovation, and mentorship across the organization.

Location: Bethlehem, PA (on-site)

Salary: $86,100 - $114,800

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in PA. Criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

• Paid Time Off
• 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Referral Program
• Competitive Pay
• Recognition
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge

• Define system architecture and design approaches, develop and test electrical components, perform simulations and analyses, and conduct experimental testing with full documentation of results.
• Plan and deliver complex engineering projects, ensure alignment with requirements and standards
• Lead design reviews and risk assessments, resolve technical issues, and guide integration across engineering disciplines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, communicate requirements and technical progress to internal and external partners, and support technology planning and strategic road mapping.
• Select components and materials based on performance and reliability needs.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities to ensure they support design and production requirements.
• Mentor engineers, provide technical feedback, establish engineering standards and documentation practices, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• 6 -10+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience with increasing technical responsibility and leadership
• Proven success leading the design and development of complex electrical systems
• Deep expertise in electrical engineering principles, design methodologies, and system integration
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, electrical safety standards, and quality systems
• Demonstrated ability to apply sound engineering judgment, creativity, and problem-solving
• Effective communication skills with the ability to present to technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience working cross-functionally and managing competing priorities
• Commitment to mentoring, collaboration, and fostering an inclusive team culture

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain security clearances

Who We Are

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss-Wright Engineered Pump Division (EPD)

and its predecessor companies have been providing naval and maritime technological expertise since 1847. EPD's pumps go to the heart of the systems that enable the Navy's ships and submarines to protect our nation. Today, EPD is the leading supplier of mission-critical pumps for the U.S. Navy's Ford & Nimitz Class aircraft carriers and Virginia Class submarines, as well as the Navy's next generation Columbia Class submarine. EPD also supports the entire naval fleet with various innovative pumping solutions such as composite pumps and parts, and provides complete overhaul, upgrade and field service capabilities.

For more information, please visit us at https://www.cw-ems.com/epd/default.aspx

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