Senior Electrical Systems Engineer ($120K-$140K)

Chicago, IL / Hybrid

 

About the Role

Phase3D is looking for a Senior Electrical Systems Engineer to help architect, troubleshoot, and industrialize next-generation hardware systems for additive manufacturing and industrial automation environments.

This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving real-world electrical problems, owning systems from prototype through deployment, and working closely with software, operations, and manufacturing teams to build reliable industrial products.

You will play a key role in electrical system design, debugging, compliance readiness, and product integration across both existing and next-generation platforms.

What You’ll Do

·         Design, review, and troubleshoot electrical systems and PCB assemblies

·         Support system architecture and hardware integration across electromechanical products

·         Diagnose and resolve field and production electrical issues

·         Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for hardware failures

·         Support CE, EMC, and general compliance activities

·         Work with external vendors and manufacturing partners on electrical assemblies and components

·         Develop and improve test methods, validation processes, and documentation

·         Collaborate with software, operations, and commercial teams to rapidly iterate and deploy solutions

·         Create and modify simple to moderate mechanical designs, enclosures, mounting solutions, and electrical packaging in SolidWorks or similar CAD software

·         Own delivery schedules and technical execution for new product development projects and internal enhancement initiatives

·         Support prototype builds, lab testing, and customer deployments

Required Qualifications

·         Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

·         5+ years of experience in electrical engineering, embedded hardware, or industrial product development

·         Strong understanding of PCB design and schematic review

·         Experience with power systems and signal integrity

·         Strong electrical troubleshooting and debugging skills

·         Experience with industrial sensors, IO, and communications

·         Understanding of EMI/EMC fundamentals

·         Hands-on experience using oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers, and power analyzers

·         Experience supporting products through prototype, validation, and production

·         Minimum working experience with SolidWorks or other 3D CAD software

·         Ability to create or modify enclosures, brackets, mounting features, and general electro-mechanical packaging

·         Experience managing technical tasks, priorities, and project schedules

·         Ability to work independently in a fast-paced engineering environment

Preferred Qualifications

·         CE / EMC compliance experience

·         Embedded firmware exposure

·         Industrial automation or additive manufacturing experience

·         Experience working with contract manufacturers and suppliers

·         Python, C/C++, or scripting experience

·         Familiarity with Linux-based systems and edge computing devices

Why Join Phase3D?

·         Work on advanced industrial technology deployed at leading manufacturers and research organizations

·         High ownership and direct technical impact

·         Fast-moving engineering environment with real product influence

·         Opportunity to help shape next-generation hardware platforms from the ground up

 

To apply: please email jobs@phase-3d.com

 

Phase3D is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.