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Principal Electrical Engineer

BEUMER Group
Somerset, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/6/2026
Company Description

BEUMER Group is an international manufacturing leader in intralogistics in the fields of conveying, loading, palletising, packaging, sortation and distribution technology. BEUMER Group offers the right solution for almost every logistic challenge. We are a family owned, intralogistics leader, where tradition and innovation go hand in hand. We are proud of what our employees create each day. Integrity, Inspiration, Quality and Teamwork!

Job Description

The Principal Electrical Engineer provides advanced technical leadership and strategic direction for complex electrical engineering initiatives. This role is responsible for driving engineering excellence across the full project lifecycle—combining deep technical expertise with effective project governance to deliver innovative, compliant, and high-quality solutions that support organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership

  • Lead the design, development, and review of complex electrical systems in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and best practices.
  • Define and own the technical strategy, system architecture, and engineering roadmap for major projects.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert, providing guidance, mentorship, and technical oversight to engineering teams to promote continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

Project Delivery

  • Oversee end-to-end project execution, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
  • Identify, assess, and manage technical and project risks, implementing proactive mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and in alignment with cost, quality, and performance expectations.

Compliance & Quality

  • Ensure full compliance with safety regulations, industry standards, and organizational policies.
  • Lead design reviews, audits, and quality assurance activities; drive corrective and preventive actions where required.
  • Promote a culture of safety, quality, and engineering rigor across all project activities.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Act as a key technical liaison, clearly communicating project progress, risks, and outcomes to internal stakeholders and external clients.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including operations, procurement, and construction—to resolve complex technical and operational challenges.

Annual compensation range: $125,000.00 - $135,000.00 annually

The posted salary range reflects the compensation the company reasonably expects to offer for this position. Actual compensation will not be less than the posted minimum and will be based on multiple factors.

Qualifications

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Experience: Minimum of 10 years’ experience in electrical engineering, with demonstrated leadership of large-scale or complex projects.
  • Technical Expertise: Advanced knowledge of electrical power systems, design methodologies, engineering tools, and relevant industry standards.
  • Project Management: Strong planning and organizational skills; PMP or equivalent certification is preferred.
  • Leadership & Communication: Proven ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively.

Additional Information

BEUMER is an innovative company, where every employee is part of the "family". Because our employees are our most important asset, here are some of benefits we currently offer full-time employees:

  • Medical & Dental Premiums: We cover 100% of the premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
  • 401(k) with Generous Match: Secure your financial future with our competitive retirement plan.
  • Life Insurance / Long Term Disability: Peace of mind for you and your loved ones. Yes, we cover that too!
  • Ancillary Insurances: Including vision, accident, and critical illness insurance.
  • Generous Paid Time Off: Achieve the optimal work-life balance.
  • Company Holidays: Enjoy paid time off on designated company holidays including additional flex days for times that matter most!
  • Performance-Based Bonus: Eligibility to participate in our Target Agreement Plan for bonus potential.

BEUMER is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.

Salary : $125,000 - $135,000

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