Posted 2w ago

Principal Engineer (Claremont, North Carolina, United States)

@ Vistance Networks
Claremont, North Carolina, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:designing cables, validating systems, analyzing data
Requirements Summary:Electrical engineer with 10+ years experience in copper Ethernet cabling, hybrid fiber‑power systems, and signal integrity; hands-on lab and cross-functional collaboration.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Network analyzers, Oscilloscopes, Power supplies, Data loggers, MATLAB, Python
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Job Title


Electrical Engineer Principle – Copper & Hybrid Fiber‑Power Systems



 



Job Summary


We are seeking an Electrical Engineer (10+ years experience) to join a small, highly collaborative engineering team working on copper Ethernet cabling systems and hybrid fiber‑power solutions. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys a hands‑on, broad technical scope and thrives in a dynamic, fast‑moving development environment.


The successful candidate will contribute across the full product lifecycle—from concept and analysis through testing, documentation, and field support—acting as a technical generalist with depth in electrical engineering fundamentals.



 



Key Responsibilities


Technical Engineering & Development



  • Support the design, analysis, and validation of copper Ethernet cabling systems, including twisted‑pair performance characteristics (impedance, insertion loss, crosstalk, return loss, etc.)

  • Contribute to the development and evaluation of hybrid fiber‑power (HFP/FMPS) and powered communications systems, including power delivery, protection, and integration considerations

  • Assist with electrical modeling, simulation, and lab measurement of cables, connectors, and system‑level performance

  • Participate in failure analysis and root‑cause investigations related to electrical and signal‑integrity issues


Testing & Validation



  • Conduct and document laboratory testing (electrical, thermal, environmental, and EMC‑related tests)

  • Use network analyzers, oscilloscopes, power supplies, data loggers, and related instrumentation

  • Support development and execution of test plans aligned with industry standards (TIA, IEEE, IEC, UL, NEC, and ect. as applicable)


Cross‑Functional Collaboration



  • Work closely with mechanical, manufacturing, quality, and compliance teams

  • Support interaction with suppliers, contract manufacturers, and field personnel

  • Assist with preparation of technical documentation, drawings, reports, and internal design reviews


Continuous Learning & Support



  • Stay current with evolving Ethernet, cabling, and power‑delivery technologies

  • Support Product Development‑related activities and product qualification efforts

  • Support standards development through participation and contribution

  • Support the industry through peer reviewed publication

  • Provide technical assistance during prototyping, pilot builds, and early deployments


 


Required Qualifications



  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (required; other degrees not considered)

  • 10+ years of relevant engineering experience (entry‑level candidates encouraged to apply)

  • Strong foundation in:

    • Circuit analysis

    • Electromagnetics and signal integrity

    • AC/DC power fundamentals

    • RF principles



  • Ability to work effectively in a small‑team, multi‑disciplinary environment

  • Willingness to be hands‑on in both lab and office settings

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills


 


Preferred / Nice‑to‑Have Qualifications



  • Exposure to structured cabling systems, Ethernet PHYs, or high‑speed copper links

  • Familiarity with:

    • Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs)

    • Time‑domain reflectometry (TDR)

    • Power electronics or fault‑managed power concepts



  • Experience with MATLAB, Python, or similar tools for data analysis

  • Awareness of TIA, IEEE 802, UL, NEC, or IEC standards


 


Ideal Candidate Profile


The ideal candidate is:



  • Curious and adaptable a technical generalist comfortable wearing multiple hats

  • Comfortable moving between analysis, testing, documentation, and troubleshooting

  • Motivated by real‑world engineering problems rather than narrow specialization

  • Interested in working close to the hardware and understanding how systems behave end‑to‑end


 


Work Environment



  • Small, collaborative engineering team backed by a large enterprise

  • Mix of hands‑on laboratory work and analytical/problem‑solving tasks

  • Exposure to both product development and standards‑driven engineering