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Principal Electrical Engineer/Technical Lead

Real Staffing
Irvine, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/6/2026
Principal Electrical Engineer/Technical Lead About this job Key facts Job Title Principal Electrical Engineer/Technical Lead Role type Temporary Start date Remote friendly No Location Irvine, California, United States Salary US$60 - US$85 per hour US$ A well‑established medical device organization in Irvine is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer / Technical Lead to support sustaining engineering efforts and cross‑functional technical projects. This is a hands‑on, high‑visibility role within a mature, documentation‑driven environment. We are looking for a strong technical leader who can work independently, contribute directly to engineering activities, and guide small project teams with minimal oversight. Responsibilities Lead sustaining engineering activities across existing product lines. Serve as a technical lead on small, cross‑functional engineering projects. Perform hands-on engineering, troubleshooting, testing, and design updates. Operate effectively within a mature QMS with comprehensive documentation requirements. Partner with other engineers, technicians, and leadership to drive technical outcomes. Work onsite in Irvine 5 days per week. Required Qualifications Proven project leadership or technical lead experience. Strong hands-on electrical engineering background. Experience working in a medium‑to‑large, documentation-heavy medical device environment. Technical Strengths Knowledge of sensors, motors, valves, pumps, and electromechanical components. Competency in basic electrical design, circuit fundamentals, and troubleshooting. EOE Statement: Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for benefits such as health insurance, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change. To find out more about Real, please visit www.realstaffing.com

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