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Principal Electrical Engineer, Advanced Development

ZOLL Medical

Hybrid
Chelmsford, MA
Full-time
Principal
6+ yrs
$132k–$165kPosted 17m ago

Real job — pulled straight from ZOLL Medical’s careers page · Verified October 14, 2026 · No reposts.

Job description

ZOLL Medical is hiring a Principal Electrical Engineer, Advanced Development — a full-time, based in Chelmsford, MA role ($132k–$165k). Apply directly on ZOLL Medical's careers page below.

Principal Electrical Engineer, Advanced Development

Location: Chelmsford, MA

Remote Type: Hybrid

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Acute Care Technology

At ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives. We provide innovative technologies that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our medical devices, software and related services are used worldwide to diagnose and treat patients suffering from serious cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions.

The Acute Care Technology division of ZOLL Medical Corporation develops and delivers innovative lifesaving products and software solutions to EMS, hospital, public safety, and military customers globally. Products include AEDs, trauma kits, ventilators, temperature management solutions, and more. Our dedicated employees take pride in their commitment to improving patient outcomes while delivering world-class customer service.

At ZOLL, you won't just have a job. You'll have a career—and a purpose.

Due to the on‑site requirements of this position, applicants are expected to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the designated work location (Chelmsford, MA). This role does not offer relocation. 

Job Type

Hybrid

Job Summary

The Advanced Development Principal Electrical Engineer is responsible for prototyping and developing hardware electronics and systems to evaluate feasibilities of new life saving technologies as well as provide analysis and recommendations for advances in existing complex designs. Responsible for coordinating their work within the advanced development team and with cross-functional team members in scientific and clinical affairs, product development, regulatory, quality, and manufacturing.

Essential Functions

  • Develop hardware solutions for projects within the Advanced Development organization
  • Develop high quality electronic designs and hardware suitable for evaluation of new technologies as well as for enhancements to current products
  • Develop and maintain a working understanding of customer clinical challenges and needs in resuscitation; identify potential solutions to challenges
  • Translate customer and system requirements into preliminary hardware requirements
  • Transition preliminary electrical designs and prototypes to product development once feasibility is established for product development and commercialization
  • Support product development as a technical expert
  • Contribute to hardware/software integration activities for integrating new technology hardware into systems and devices
  • Develop and review electrical verification test plans and protocols for hardware developed by the advanced development team
  • Remain current with electrical engineering trends and technologies through activities such as self-study, webinars, seminars, user group meetings and conferences
  • Identify technical challenges and risks, and recommend and implement solutions
  • Follow standard operating procedures and electrical engineering best practices including documentation of hardware architectures and schematics
  • Collaborate with team members and contribute to a positive team environment that creates high quality solutions


Required/Preferred Education and Experience

  • BS degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or related engineering or science discipline; MS degree preferred
  • At least 6 years of analog and digital electronics design and development experience in a research and development environment with demonstrated technical leadership
  • Experience designing electronics/hardware that meets customer, cost, and manufacturing requirements is desirable


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • In-depth technical knowledge in both analog and digital design
  • Working knowledge of MATLAB, simulation and schematic capture tools, and programming languages such as Python or C++
  • Strong understanding of hardware and software integration in electromechanical systems
  • Demonstrated innovativeness through solutions in electronics, signal acquisition, digital signal processing, embedded systems, and/or related engineering challenges
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
  • Positive attitude and strengths in teamwork, logic, initiative, and innovation
  • Strong critical thinking with effective problem-solving skills in solving new, unique, and deep technical challenges
  • Ability to foresee challenges and provide alternative solutions and make strong recommendations with engineering-based rationales
  • Ability to prioritize and work on more than one project concurrently
  • Holds self-accountable for delivering on commitments


Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  • Standing - Occasionally
  • Walking - Occasionally
  • Sitting - Constantly
  • Talking - Occasionally
  • Hearing - Occasionally
  • Repetitive Motions - Frequently


ZOLL Medical does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need ZOLL immigration sponsorship (e.g. H1B, TN, STEM, OPT, etc.) either now or in the future


ZOLL is a fast-growing company that operates in more than 140 countries around the world. Our employees are inspired by a commitment to make a difference in patients' lives, and our culture values innovation, self-motivation and an entrepreneurial spirit. Join us in our efforts to improve outcomes for underserved patients suffering from critical cardiopulmonary conditions and help save more lives.

The annual salary for this position is:

$131,900.00 to $165,000.00

This position is eligible for an annual bonus in accordance with the company's bonus plan. Factors which may affect starting salary include geography, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Details of ZOLL's comprehensive benefits plans can be found at www.zollbenefits.com.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until this position is filled. For fully remote positions, compensation will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local wage laws, including minimum wage requirements, based on the employee’s primary work location.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the salary for Principal Electrical Engineer, Advanced Development at ZOLL Medical?

The estimated salary range for Principal Electrical Engineer, Advanced Development at ZOLL Medical is $132,000 - $165,000 USD per year.

What skills are required for Principal Electrical Engineer, Advanced Development at ZOLL Medical?

The required skills for Principal Electrical Engineer, Advanced Development at ZOLL Medical include: Python, C++, Matlab, Embedded Systems.

What is the seniority level for Principal Electrical Engineer, Advanced Development at ZOLL Medical?

Principal Electrical Engineer, Advanced Development at ZOLL Medical is a Principal level position.

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