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# Principal Hardware Instrument Engineer

- **Company:** Draper Labs
- **Location:** Cambridge, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $95,000.0 - $237,500.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** MATLAB, Schematic Capture, Simulink
- **Published:** July 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/83558849/1

## About the Role

* Proficient with schematic capture and printed circuit board layout.
 * Ability to perform circuit simulation using Spice or other simulation tools.
 * System modeling and analysis experience using MATLAB, Simulink, or other comparable tools.
 * Ability to prioritize tasks
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
 * Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
 * Excellent time management skills.
 * Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
 * Eager to learn new technical skills and expand their depth/technical knowledge.

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field required. Advanced degree preferred.

Experience

10+ years of experience in electrical engineering or related field.

## Description

A Principal Hardware Instrumentation Engineer designs, develops, tests, and oversees the manufacturing of electronics systems for state-of-the-art sensors and actuators used in a wide array of applications. The engineer will work closely with multi-disciplinary teams to help shape hardware architectures and lead electronics development activities by applying sound engineering and project management principles., * Designs new products and develops technical specifications for their production.

 * Analyzes hardware configuration and processing solutions and tests hardware conformance to specifications.
 * Independently drives solutions to complex problems - develops requirements, proposes ways forward when customer requirements are unclear or incomplete, and adapts appropriately to changes in requirements.
 * Subject Matter Expert (SME) able to develop advanced architectures and designs for complex electronics.
 * Supports business development activities including leading the development of proposals and engaging with sponsors.
 * Identifies program/system-level technical risks and develops and executes mitigation strategies.
 * Ability to manage multi-disciplinary tasks with cross functional teams and effectively communicates status to project leadership and customers.
 * Develops, documents, and teaches best practices to less experienced teammates; Demonstrates strong organization, planning, and time management skills to achieve program goals.
 * Perform other related duties as assigned.


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