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About The Role ThePrincipal Electrical Engineer will have demonstrated technical leadership across ... Base salary is just one component of ZT Systems total rewards philosophy. We take pride in offering ...

About The Role ThePrincipal Electrical Engineer will have demonstrated technical leadership across ... Base salary is just one component of ZT Systems total rewards philosophy. We take pride in offering ...

S. degree in Engineering (ideally Electrical or Computer Engineering), and 2+ years of experience ... Experience in project management preferred ZT Systems assesses market data to ensure a competitive ...

S. degree in Engineering (ideally Electrical or Computer Engineering), and 2+ years of experience ... Experience in project management preferred ZT Systems assesses market data to ensure a competitive ...

Leads / Supervisors / Managers/ Engineering What You bring * BS in Electrical Engineering or ... Join ZT Systems and help us build technology infrastructure that connects the world. What We Offer ...

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Do workers at ZT Systems get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
42% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.

Does ZT Systems pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
58% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.

At ZT Systems, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
70% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Is the health insurance from ZT Systems affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
80% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get paid time off at ZT Systems?

Most people get paid time off work.
91% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers at ZT Systems worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
73% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and September 2025.

Do ZT Systems workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
54% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and September 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at ZT Systems?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
72% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.

Do ZT Systems managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
93% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and September 2025.

Do jobs at ZT Systems spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
27% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and September 2025.

How easy is it to take sick days at ZT Systems?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
80% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at ZT Systems feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
75% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at ZT Systems get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
80% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.

Is it stressful to work at ZT Systems?

Some people feel stressed out here.
44% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at ZT Systems enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
93% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at ZT Systems recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
50% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at ZT Systems?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
39% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get support to advance at ZT Systems?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 38% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.

Do people think ZT Systems’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
75% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how ZT Systems is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
39% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and May 2026.
What are the most popular categories at Zt Systems?
Infographic showing various Electrical Engineer job openings at Zt Systems in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Hybrid job distribution.
Principal Electrical Engineer

Principal Electrical Engineer

ZT Systems

Secaucus, NJ

$116K - $193K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago


ZT Systems rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

61st of 139 rated electronics manufacturers


Job description

About The Role

ThePrincipal Electrical Engineer will have demonstrated technical leadership across many technologies related to the design and debugging of cloud compute server systems and PCB boards, add-on cards, front panels, and IO backplane products. This engineer will also be responsible for decision-making related to specifications, design, BOM, PCB materials qualification, validation, and production support.

What You'll Do

  • Take the lead in interfacing with cross-functional teams to develop system-level architectures and board-level implementations from product early concept through production launch

  • In charge of preparing specifications, BOM, design, and schematic entry internally and supervising the design work by junior engineers and external suppliers

  • Make decisions related to layout guidelines for PCBs and supervise Layout Engineers ensuring that all physical and electrical requirements are met

  • Analyze the design with simulation tools and make calculations to verify its conformance to the design requirements

  • Lead and mentor layout, system bring-up, and debug teams

  • Work with suppliers, contractors, and principal design engineers to ensure that the product is developed on time with high quality

  • Make decisions and specify production test methods and limits

  • Drive balance between cost, performance, quality, and schedule and supervise international and domestic engineering teams

What You bring

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

  • 12+ years of experience directly related to the design and debugging of computer-related PCB boards Skilled in Analog and digital design (10+ with a Masters degree)

  • Skilled in high-speed bus interface design

  • Knowledge of high-speed PCB layout design

  • Strong ability to debug high-speed designs and signal integrity issues

  • Knowledge of power distribution techniques and x-86 processor system architecture

  • Ability to implement high-speed serial busses (SAS/SATA, PCIe, USB) and/or high-speed parallel busses (DDR2/3), and CPU front-side bus

  • Skilled in feature and cost trade-off analysis

  • Ability to create specifications and design guides

  • Strong leadership, presentation, and verbal and written communication skills required

  • Promotes cooperation and commitment within a team to achieve goals and deliverables

ZT Systems assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package is created for all our employees. The typical base salary for this position is expected to be between $116,250 and $193,750 per year. If hired, the final base salary will be determined on an individual basis taking into consideration experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications.

Base salary is just one component of ZT Systems total rewards philosophy. We take pride in offering a wide range of benefits and perks that appeal to the variety of needs across our diverse employee base. Other rewards may include bonus, paid time off, generous 401k match, tuition reimbursement, wellbeing resources, and more.

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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About ZT Systems

At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, you'll get to do work you are proud of alongside smart, passionate people. Every day, there are opportunities to collaborate with the best in the industry to design, build, and deliver impactful solutions to world-class customers. Along the way, you will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment that's challenging, rewarding, and career-defining.

A culture built around our values we work hard and think fast. We view challenges as opportunities-to do better, push harder, and be faster than we were the day before. When we fail, we learn from it and move on together. And when we succeed, we use the momentum to go even further. We create value with everything we do, building the foundation of today-and transforming the future of tomorrow.


Join ZT Systems and help us build technology infrastructure that connects the world.

What We Offer
At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, we believe that investing in our people is key to our continued growth and innovation. When you join our team, you'll gain access to a comprehensive and inclusive benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and professional development-both now and in the future.

Compensation & Financial Security

-Competitive base salary

-Performance-based annual bonus eligibility

-401(k) retirement savings plan

-Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs

Health & Wellness

-Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with access to leading providers

-Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs-

-Company-paid life and disability insurance

Time Away & Work-Life Balance

-Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays

-Parental leave and family care support programs

Growth & Purpose

-Structured training programs and on-the-job learning opportunities

-Matching gifts and volunteer programs to support causes you care about

These benefits are available to eligible employees and are designed to grow with you as your career evolves. Full benefits and eligibility varies by work location. Learn more about our benefits here.

ZT Group Int'l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ZT Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that certain positions may require the applicant to either 1) be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or 2) be eligible to obtain an export control license or license exception from the Bureau of Industry and Science & U.S. Department of Commerce. All offers of employment will be conditional subject to the foregoing.


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