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Airswift

Senior Principal Electrical Engineer

Reading, PA · On-site

$133K - $163K/yr

Senior Principal Electrical Engineer Duration: 6 months Location: Reading, Pennsylvania/Kansas City, Missouri/Charlotte, North Carolina Position Overview This opportunity is for a Senior Principal ...

CivicMinds, Inc.

Principal Electrical Engineer

Manchester, NH · On-site

$138K - $169K/yr

Principal Electrical Engineer Location: Manchester, NH Full-time | On-site Summary: The company is an industry leader in the design and manufacture of power conversion and networking solutions for ...

campus4tech

Principal Electrical Engineer-MN

Shoreview, MN · On-site

$140K - $171K/yr

Job Title: Principal Electrical Engineer Job Type: Contract Duration: 12-months Location: Shoreview, MN Shift: 8am to 5pm -----No C2C/H1B-----Only W2----- Position Description: The Principal ...

Milpower Source

Principal Electrical Engineer

Manchester, NH · On-site

$138K - $169K/yr

The Principal Electrical Engineer will define technical strategy, influence product architecture, ensure robust, scalable, and manufacturable electrical solutions. Essential Functions: * Lead the ...

campus4tech

Principal Electrical Engineer

Shoreview, MN · On-site

$140K - $171K/yr

Principal Electrical Engineer Job Type: Contract Duration: 12-months Location: Shoreview, MN 55126 Shift: 8am to 5pm Note: W2 candidates only. No C2C or third party vendors Position Description: The ...

System One

Principal Electrical Engineer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$165K - $210K/yr

Principal Electrical Engineer Charlotte, NC Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $165,000 - $210,000 Work Model: Onsite - onsite Hours: 40 hours/weekly minimum System One is seeking a Principal Electrical ...

System One

Principal Electrical Engineer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$165K - $210K/yr

Principal Electrical Engineer Charlotte, NC Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $165,000 - $210,000 Work Model: Onsite - onsite Hours: 40 hours/weekly minimum System One is seeking a Principal Electrical ...

Vertiv Co

Principal Electrical Engineer

Westerville, OH · On-site

$134K - $163K/yr

This Principal Electrical Engineer will work in a cross-functional development group; managing a variety of tasks and activities as required in this dynamic environment to solve complex problems ...

Esco Group

Principal Electrical Engineer

Marion, IA · On-site

$138K - $169K/yr

PRINCIPAL ELECTRICAL ENGINEER Division: ESCO Power and Safety Solutions Location: Remote Reports to: Electrical Design and Engineering Manager Exempt or Non-Exempt: Exempt Status: Full-Time Typical ...

ESCO Group

Principal Electrical Engineer

Marion, IA · Remote

$142K - $174K/yr

PRINCIPAL ELECTRICAL ENGINEER Division: ESCO Power and Safety Solutions Location: Remote Reports to: Electrical Design and Engineering Manager Exempt or Non-Exempt: Exempt Status: Full-Time Typical ...

Esco Group

Principal Electrical Engineer

Marion, IA · On-site

$138K - $169K/yr

PRINCIPAL ELECTRICAL ENGINEER Division: ESCO Power and Safety Solutions Location: Remote Reports to: Electrical Design and Engineering Manager Exempt or Non-Exempt: Exempt Status: Full-Time Typical ...

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How much do freelance principal electrical engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance principal electrical engineer in the United States is $154,823.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $139,000.00 and $170,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Principal Electrical Engineer vs Freelance Electrical Engineer?

AspectFreelance Principal Electrical EngineerFreelance Electrical Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires a PE license, extensive experience, and advanced degreesMay require a relevant degree and some certifications, but less extensive experience
Work EnvironmentLeads complex projects, manages teams, and interacts with clientsPerforms design, testing, and troubleshooting tasks independently or in small teams
Industry UsageUsed in large-scale projects, infrastructure, and corporate settingsCommon in smaller projects, consulting, and product development

The main difference is that a Freelance Principal Electrical Engineer typically has more experience, higher credentials, and leads large projects, while a Freelance Electrical Engineer focuses on technical tasks and smaller projects. Both roles require strong electrical engineering skills, but the principal level involves more leadership and project management responsibilities.

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Sr. Principal Electrical Engineer

Sr. Principal Electrical Engineer

The DAVIS Companies

Andover, MA

$175K - $225K/yr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Sr. Principal Electrical Engineer - Direct Hire
The Sr. Principal Electrical Engineer position is located in the Andover, MA area and offers an exciting opportunity to work with a talented, multidisciplinary team that supplies precision vacuum pressure measurement instruments to various markets. This role is hands-on and presents significant growth potential within a company known for its innovative technology in the semiconductor and medical equipment sectors.
Shift of the Sr. Principal Electrical Engineer:
8-5PM
Salary of the Sr. Principal Electrical Engineer:
$175K - $225K /yr
Responsibilities of the Sr. Principal Electrical Engineer:
  • Identify performance limitations and develop new architectures and circuits to enhance sensor and instrumentation technology.
  • Troubleshoot complex issues to root cause and support the product team in resolution.
  • Develop and release new vacuum sensing products that provide market advantages in performance, cost, and size.
  • Lead or participate as a key member of multi-disciplinary product teams, overseeing electronics development and release.
Qualifications of the Sr. Principal Electrical Engineer:
  • Deep technical background in low-noise electronics and precision sensors, with significant experience in embedded microprocessors.
  • Extensive experience supporting multidisciplinary products.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex challenges.
  • Hands-on engineering skills, including test development, setup, and execution.
  • BS or higher in Engineering with 12+ years of experience; advanced degree preferred.
Sr. Principal Electrical Engineers Apply Today!
DAVIS Companies partners with the top employers locally and nationally. They choose us because of our reputation for finding high quality talent, fast, but also our experience for evaluating and representing the best candidates in the marketplace. We make every effort to provide updates and feedback to candidates at each stage of the process as we appreciate how stressful looking for a new role can be. Apply today and experience "The DAVIS Difference".