Senior Level Electro-Technical Officer Jobs
Senior level electro-technical officer jobs place experienced professionals in charge of onboard electrical systems, technical oversight, and the engineering teams that keep vessels operating to classification standards. Hiring is concentrated across Technology & Software, Manufacturing, and Electronics & Hardware, with mostly on-site and sea-based roles, and employers like PsiQuantum, Psiquantum, and Keysight Technologies hiring at this level now.
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See related jobsTitle: Sr. Electro-Mechanical Engineer
Location: Sunnyvale, CA (Onsite)
Exp: 8-18 years
Responsibilities:
- Define mechanical verification and validation methodologies for each of the different systems by working with researchers, architects and product design teams
- Perform core function for verification of thermal, vibration, mechanical stress testing, etc
- Define and track detailed test plans for the different modules and top-level systems
- Define, architect, design and drive implementation of scalable test infrastructure and custom mechanical test fixtures
- Keep track of coverage metrics and bugs encountered and resolutions
- Own execution, interpretation and reporting of mechanical system-level verification and validation work
- Drive FMEA, failure analysis, tolerance analysis, gauge R&R, and the GD&T activities supporting product scalability in close collaboration with process, manufacturing and REL teams
- Support system bring-up and debug activities
- Perform analysis on large datasets to summarize results and clearly communicate test plans results
- Manage external vendors for test fixture development, execution and data collection and review vendor test reports and ensure compliance with requirements
- Design, build, and qualify electro-mechanical test fixtures and rigs — motorized/actuated stages, load and displacement fixtures, automated cycling and don/doff testers, vibration and drop setups
- Implement machine I/O and control: sensor and actuator wiring, motion control (steppers/servos), microcontrollers/PLCs, and digital/analog I/O interfaces between test hardware and host software
- Apply statistical rigor: DOE, sample size and confidence justification, Weibull/reliability analysis, GR&R, SPC
- Evaluate, specify, and justify capital test equipment; manage vendor technical evaluations, quotes, acceptance testing, and commissioning
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other engineers and technicians, and raise the team's overall test-methodology bar
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field, and/or equivalent practical experience
- 8+ years of experience in electro-mechanical engineering with a demonstrated track record in mechanical validation, verification, or reliability test
- Demonstrated experience authoring and executing mechanical validation and reliability test plans (e.g., drop, vibration, fatigue/life cycling, environmental, HALT/HASS/ALT) with defined acceptance criteria
- Hands-on experience designing and building test fixtures and instrumented rigs, including sensor selection, mounting, calibration, and measurement-uncertainty assessment
- Proficiency with Python for test automation, instrument control, and data analysis (e.g., NumPy/pandas or equivalent)
- Experience with I/O and data acquisition: analog/digital I/O, DAQ hardware, serial interfaces (SPI/I2C/UART/USB/Ethernet), sensor signal conditioning, and motion control
- Experience interpreting mechanical drawings and applying GD&T, and using metrology and inspection equipment (CMM, optical/vision measurement, 3D scanning)
- Experience applying statistical methods to test design and interpretation (DOE, sample size justification, Weibull, SPC)
Preferred Qualifications:
- MS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
- Experience validating consumer electronics products, particularly compact or highly integrated form factors
- Experience with dynamic and environmental test methods and the standards that govern them (e.g., vibration, shock, transport, and environmental exposure standards)
- Experience with optical, non-contact, or full-field measurement techniques for displacement, deformation, or motion
- Experience with instrumentation for force, pressure, or load distribution measurement
- Experience with FEA or simulation-to-test correlation
- Experience building automated test cells and the supporting software infrastructure (test frameworks, databases, dashboards)
- Experience owning capital equipment specification, vendor selection, and lab build-out
- Experience mentoring engineers and technicians and standardizing test methods across teams
- Develop Python-based automation for test control, data acquisition, and analysis; build reusable analysis pipelines and dashboards so results are reproducible rather than one-off
Title: Sr. Electro-Mechanical Engineer
Location: Sunnyvale, CA (Onsite)
Exp: 8-18 years
Responsibilities:
- Define mechanical verification and validation methodologies for each of the different systems by working with researchers, architects and product design teams
- Perform core function for verification of thermal, vibration, mechanical stress testing, etc
- Define and track detailed test plans for the different modules and top-level systems
- Define, architect, design and drive implementation of scalable test infrastructure and custom mechanical test fixtures
- Keep track of coverage metrics and bugs encountered and resolutions
- Own execution, interpretation and reporting of mechanical system-level verification and validation work
- Drive FMEA, failure analysis, tolerance analysis, gauge R&R, and the GD&T activities supporting product scalability in close collaboration with process, manufacturing and REL teams
- Support system bring-up and debug activities
- Perform analysis on large datasets to summarize results and clearly communicate test plans results
- Manage external vendors for test fixture development, execution and data collection and review vendor test reports and ensure compliance with requirements
- Design, build, and qualify electro-mechanical test fixtures and rigs — motorized/actuated stages, load and displacement fixtures, automated cycling and don/doff testers, vibration and drop setups
- Implement machine I/O and control: sensor and actuator wiring, motion control (steppers/servos), microcontrollers/PLCs, and digital/analog I/O interfaces between test hardware and host software
- Apply statistical rigor: DOE, sample size and confidence justification, Weibull/reliability analysis, GR&R, SPC
- Evaluate, specify, and justify capital test equipment; manage vendor technical evaluations, quotes, acceptance testing, and commissioning
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other engineers and technicians, and raise the team's overall test-methodology bar
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field, and/or equivalent practical experience
- 8+ years of experience in electro-mechanical engineering with a demonstrated track record in mechanical validation, verification, or reliability test
- Demonstrated experience authoring and executing mechanical validation and reliability test plans (e.g., drop, vibration, fatigue/life cycling, environmental, HALT/HASS/ALT) with defined acceptance criteria
- Hands-on experience designing and building test fixtures and instrumented rigs, including sensor selection, mounting, calibration, and measurement-uncertainty assessment
- Proficiency with Python for test automation, instrument control, and data analysis (e.g., NumPy/pandas or equivalent)
- Experience with I/O and data acquisition: analog/digital I/O, DAQ hardware, serial interfaces (SPI/I2C/UART/USB/Ethernet), sensor signal conditioning, and motion control
- Experience interpreting mechanical drawings and applying GD&T, and using metrology and inspection equipment (CMM, optical/vision measurement, 3D scanning)
- Experience applying statistical methods to test design and interpretation (DOE, sample size justification, Weibull, SPC)
Preferred Qualifications:
- MS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
- Experience validating consumer electronics products, particularly compact or highly integrated form factors
- Experience with dynamic and environmental test methods and the standards that govern them (e.g., vibration, shock, transport, and environmental exposure standards)
- Experience with optical, non-contact, or full-field measurement techniques for displacement, deformation, or motion
- Experience with instrumentation for force, pressure, or load distribution measurement
- Experience with FEA or simulation-to-test correlation
- Experience building automated test cells and the supporting software infrastructure (test frameworks, databases, dashboards)
- Experience owning capital equipment specification, vendor selection, and lab build-out
- Experience mentoring engineers and technicians and standardizing test methods across teams
- Develop Python-based automation for test control, data acquisition, and analysis; build reusable analysis pipelines and dashboards so results are reproducible rather than one-off
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Senior Level Electro-Technical Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level electro-technical officer job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who can own complex electrical troubleshooting end-to-end, hold the appropriate STCW certification for electro-technical officers, and have demonstrated experience leading junior engineers or coordinating with deck and engine department officers. A strong service history on comparable vessel types, fluency with integrated bridge and automation systems, and a record of successful class surveys all sharpen your candidacy significantly.
Which companies hire senior level electro-technical officers?
Companies hiring senior level electro-technical officers right now include PsiQuantum, Psiquantum, and Keysight Technologies, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level is driven by deep-sea shipping lines, offshore energy operators, cruise companies, and government maritime agencies that require senior technical authority aboard their fleets.
Are there remote senior level electro-technical officer jobs?
Yes, though most electro-technical officer roles are vessel-based by nature. About 20% of senior level electro-technical officer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and these positions typically involve shore-side technical superintendent roles, fleet engineering support, or technical management positions that oversee vessel electrical systems from an office environment.
What makes an electro-technical officer role senior level?
A senior level electro-technical officer role is defined by independent ownership of a vessel's entire electrical, electronic, and control systems, without close supervision. These roles carry accountability for planned maintenance execution, class compliance, and equipment failure response. Senior officers are also expected to mentor junior engineers, coordinate with shipyard technical teams during dry-dock, and contribute to fleet-wide technical standards or procurement decisions.
Which industries hire the most senior level electro-technical officers?
Senior level electro-technical officer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Manufacturing, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors operate large, technically complex fleets where experienced electrical expertise is a regulatory and operational requirement, driving consistent demand for senior officers who can maintain uptime and satisfy class and flag state requirements.