Tech Lead Electrical Engineer

Smithtown, New York

Job TypeDirect Hire

Compensation$140000 - $155000 / yr

Confidential Opportunity

Tech Lead Electrical Engineer

Tech Lead Electrical Engineer opportunity in Smithtown, New York, with a confidential employer offers hands-on technical ownership. This role is built for someone who wants visible production impact and clear expectations.

Role Snapshot

CompanyConfidential Employer

LocationSmithtown, New York, USA

IndustryAutomotive

Compensation$140,000 - $155,000 per year

Employment TypeFull Time/Direct Hire

Remote StatusNo Remote

Total Openings1

Work Experience8 - 20 years

ZIP11780

Opportunity

Imagine leading the charge on next-generation embedded electronics that protect and serve communities every day. This Tech Lead Electrical Engineer role in Smithtown, New York, puts you at the center of product innovation for lifesaving emergency response vehicles. Your designs will directly impact first responders in the field.

You will own the full development lifecycle—from concept and architecture through PCB layout, testing, and production hand-off. Your day-to-day work includes hardware design for vehicle lighting, sensors, and control modules, all while ensuring compliance with stringent performance and regulatory standards. Every decision you make contributes to building rugged, reliable products that operate when it matters most.

We are looking for a hands-on engineer with deep microcontroller expertise, proven leadership skills, and a track record of bringing embedded products to market. You thrive in cross-functional environments, enjoy mentoring junior engineers, and have the communication skills to align diverse teams. If you have experience with Altium, EMC/EMI design, and a passion for developing field-ready hardware, you will fit right in.

This is a direct-hire position with a salary of $140,000–$155,000, an 8% bonus plan, and the chance to work on greenfield products from day one. The company values stability and growth, giving you the platform to build a career with real impact. If you're ready to lead a small, elite engineering team and make a visible difference, apply today and let's start a conversation.

Non-Negotiables

You must be a US citizen or Green Card holder to be considered for this role
A Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering is required
Strong knowledge of microcontroller-based hardware design, particularly with ARM processors, is essential
You need deep understanding of electronic design for EMC and EMI compliance
Hands-on experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools like Altium is a must
Experience leading or mentoring engineers in a team environment is required
Strong understanding of communication protocols such as CAN, I2C, SPI, and UART is necessary

What's In It For You

You will earn a competitive annual salary between $140,000 and $155,000
An 8% bonus plan is offered, and historically the bonus multiplier has exceeded 1x
You will work on greenfield products for first responders, giving your work high impact and meaning
Join a small, growing electrical engineering group where you will have high visibility and the chance to shape the team
You will lead technical decision-making and mentor a team of 2-3 engineers
The company is financially stable and doing well, offering strong job security and growth potential

Responsibilities

You will design and develop embedded electronic systems for products like vehicle lighting, pressure governors, sensors, and control modules
You will drive hardware development, including schematic design, PCB layout, and functional and system-level testing
You will lead technical decision-making and provide day-to-day guidance for a team of 2-3 engineers
You will collaborate with mechanical engineers, software developers, manufacturing engineers, and product managers to deliver robust, manufacturable solutions
You will define product architectures, select components, and ensure performance and regulatory compliance
You will manage development schedules, priorities, and resource planning for your team
You will support product testing, validation, and transition to manufacturing

Preferred Qualifications

Experience integrating wireless technologies such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Cellular, or LoRa is a strong plus
Hands-on experience with test equipment like signal generators, multimeters, and oscilloscopes is desired
Familiarity with laboratory test and debug is beneficial
Prior experience in the automotive or transportation industry is preferred
Demonstrated ability to improve development processes and design standards is valued
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work cross-functionally will set you apart

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