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Senior Electrical Engineer (R&D)

Manufacturing & Engineering, Rancho Cordova, California, United States, Permanent, Remote, 83620

Posted Nov 12, 2026

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Description

A leading company specializes in power distribution products is hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer (R&D) to support a remote team. This full-time role involves leading electrical design initiatives for new product development.

The application deadline for this role is 09/14/2026.

Senior Electrical Engineer (R&D) Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the electrical design and development of power and control systems for new products, from initial concept to manufacturing.
  • Create detailed electrical specifications, schematics, wiring diagrams, and bills of materials collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
  • Coordinate with testing labs to define certification scope, develop test plans, and evaluate outcomes for product qualification.
  • Support testing activities, analyze results, and iterate designs to improve performance and compliance.
  • Serve as the primary technical contact during manufacturing and testing phases, providing troubleshooting and technical guidance.

Senior Electrical Engineer (R&D) Qualifications:

  • BSEE or equivalent experience; master’s degree preferred.
  • At least 5 years in designing low and/or medium voltage power distribution equipment or related products.
  • Experience with NRTL evaluation, testing, and certification processes.
  • Familiarity with electrical standards such as UL 891, 1558, 508A, IEEE/ANSI C37.20.2, C37.04, C37.06, C37.09, CSA C22.2, NFPA 70E.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar tools for electrical diagram creation.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.

About Onward Search

Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology professionals. We work with our nationwide clients to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline. For questions about our employment process, please contact [email protected].

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
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Inclusive Hiring Practices

We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected].

Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.


Virtual Interview Process

To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Alex.com, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive an invitation to interview with Alex via email at [email protected].

Alex will guide you through a brief set of questions to help us better understand your background and interests. The virtual interview can be completed on your own time, and your responses will be reviewed by our recruiting team as part of the screening process.

To learn more about the platform, visit https://www.alex.com/.


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Compensation

Posting Pay Range$195,000 - $200,000 per year