Principal Engineer

HCLTech is looking for a highly talented and self- motivated Principal Marking Process Engineer to join it in advancing the technological world through innovation and creativity.

Job Title: Principal Marking Process Engineer

Job ID: 118360

Position Type: Full-time with HCLTech

Location: Webster, New York, United States

Role/Responsibilities

We are seeking a Principal Marking Process Engineer to play a critical role in the validation and integration of advanced inkjet print engine technologies across our product portfolio.

This position focuses on integrating complex marking systems into fully functioning products while working at the intersection of mechanical systems, materials science, fluid behavior, image quality, and process engineering. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams, manufacturing partners, and global suppliers to drive performance, reliability, and innovation throughout the product lifecycle.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving highly technical challenges, leading investigations, and influencing product performance through deep technical expertise and cross-functional collaboration.

What You’ll Do

Lead the engineering integration of inkjet marking systems into fully functioning products

Plan and execute structured experiments to characterize system behaviors impacting printhead life, component reliability, and image quality

Analyze system performance and reliability data to identify root causes and implement corrective actions

Drive technical investigations and continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost, quality, reliability, and overall system performance

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical engineering, controls, materials science, systems engineering, manufacturing, and supplier partners

Work closely with global suppliers to provide technical guidance and support throughout development, launch, and post-launch activities

Develop and maintain technical documentation including specifications, test plans, design guides, and engineering reports

Support validation activities, manufacturing builds, and field investigations as needed

Who You Are

Master’s degree or higher in Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline

Deep experience with marking systems and understand the complex interactions between inks, printheads, fluids, and image quality

Strong technical foundations in physics, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, mechanical design, and material behavior

Hands-on engineer who enjoys testing, troubleshooting, experimentation, and root-cause analysis

Communicate technical concepts clearly and can translate complex findings into actionable recommendations

You thrive in collaborative environments and work effectively across engineering disciplines and supplier organizations

10 years of engineering experience spanning research, development, validation, and product commercialization

Preferred Qualifications

Proven track record of innovation, including ideation, invention, and patent development

Experience leading technical exchanges and collaborating with global suppliers

Experience supporting product launches and post-launch performance improvement initiatives

Additional Information

Occasional travel may be required to support suppliers, manufacturing activities, or field investigations

Candidates must be able to work on-site in Webster, NY

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range Minimum: $45.00 per hour

Pay Range Maximum: $60.00 per hour

HCL is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to secure@hcltech.com for investigation.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their work location, skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.

How You’ll Grow

At HCLTech, we offer continuous opportunities for you to find your spark and grow with us. We want you to be happy and satisfied with your role and to really learn what type of work sparks your brilliance the best. Throughout your time with us, we offer transparent communication with senior-level employees, learning and career development programs at every level, and opportunities to experiment in different roles or even pivot industries. We believe that you should be in control of your career with unlimited opportunities to find the role that fits you best.