Mid Level Principal Engineer Jobs
Mid level principal engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own projects end to end, guide junior teammates, and drive architectural decisions with limited oversight. Openings cover on-site, remote, and hybrid settings across Electronics & Hardware, Energy, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, with employers like Micron Technology, American Electric Power, and Oracle hiring at this level now.
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Top stateMassachusetts
Top employerMicron Technology
Top cityWaltham, MA
Work type64% On-site
Top industryElectronics
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Principal Electrical Engineer
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Vulcan Materials Company
Principal Electrical Engineer
Knoxville, Tennessee
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Structural Engineer Senior - Principal
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American Electric Power
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Welding/ASME Section XI Repair & Replacement Engineer (Midlevel - Principal)
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American Electric Power
Welding/ASME Section XI Repair & Replacement Engineer (Midlevel - Principal)
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Lead Principal Engineer Analog Design
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Infineon Technologies
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Principal Engineer, Facilities
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Boehringer Ingelheim
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Principal Electrical Engineer
Vulcan Materials Company·Knoxville, Tennessee
Job functions:
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
Full Time
10,000+ employees
Job Description
- Job Description Job Summary
Responsible for providing Electrical Engineering and Electrical Project Management under the supervision of a Senior Engineer. This includes overseeing electrical projects, repairs, and preventative maintenance, with increasing responsibility over time. The role involves technical interfacing with vendors and power providers, offering expertise to operations personnel, and managing the electrical components of projects from planning to maintenance. Additionally, the engineer will assist in designing electrical and automation systems, consult on system application for productivity, troubleshoot electrical issues, coordinate with contractors, mentor regional electrical staff, and contribute to corporate standards and policies.
Essential Functions
• Enforce safe operating standards, continually improve practices, i.e. develop task training, prepare short training modules, and review existing practices for improvement.
• Inspect/review plant electrical systems to ensure they are safe for plant personnel.
• Provide project scope and cost effective estimates based on sound electrical designs for Authorization For Expenditure (capital work) consideration.
• Develop, coordinate, and manage electrical projects and work across the Company, with a focus on work in your geographical area. This includes managing the project budget, maintaining conformance to scope, ensuring safety practices are followed, and overall supervision of the work.
• Interface with design teams on capital and maintenance projects.
• Monitor electrical support activities for all plants, including preventative maintenance.
• Supervise and instruct engineers, designers, and draftsman in the design of electrical applications, equipment, or systems.
• Provide input to the creation and modification of Corporate Standards, Specifications, and Policies, with respect to the NEC, NESC, MSHA, & OSHA.
• Monitor contracted electrical companies.
• Maintain/Improve established policies and procedures of the electrical department.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies which will improve facility electrical efficiency or reduce costs.
• Review existing plant operations to find opportunities to conserve electrical energy usage
Critical Competencies
• Interpersonal Savvy - Engages openly and comfortably with diverse groups, demonstrating tact, sensitivity, and consideration to ease interpersonal situations. Quickly establishes rapport and fosters positive connections.
• Teamwork and Collaboration - Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with others to achieve common goals; contributes positively to group efforts, sharing knowledge, and being open to others' ideas and feedback.
• Project Management - Planning, organizing, and executing logistics projects effectively.
• Planning and Scheduling - Effective planning of repair procedures, scheduling work considering resource availability, and maintaining necessary inventory.
• Analytical Thinking - Ability to break down complex problems, situations, in order to understand underlying patterns, identify key issues; examine information logically, question assumptions, and draw conclusions based on evidence.
• Attention to Detail - Ability to thoroughly and accurately complete tasks; meticulous and precise when handling information, and is critical in ensuring the quality, accuracy, and integrity of theresults.
Responsibilities Education
• Bachelors Degree of Science in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience.
• Continuing education in business related coursework desirable
Experience
• At least 5-10 years’ electrical experience in mining, heavy industrial, utility, or related industry
• Experience designing and managing the construction of projects related to different types of power distribution (Overhead and Underground)
• Experience working with PLC’s, Soft Starts, and VFD’s
• Experience with Power System Analysis Software desired (PTW, ETAP)
• Experience designing motor control systems
• Experience hiring and supervising electrical contractors
• Experience in the management of medium and large scale electrical projects
• Experience in the management/supervision of union/nonunion employees
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Advanced computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, AutoCad)
• Knowledge of mine production techniques and equipment preferred.
• Strong knowledge and application of safety and environmental regulations (NEC, NESC, MSHA, and OSHA)
• Knowledge of Safety, Health, and Environmental policies and procedures
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to plan and manage effectively
• Ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate multiple projects and priorities at one time
• Strong relationship building skills with all employee levels and with internal and external customers
• Must represent VMC in a professional manner to all customers, vendors, and internal personnel
Other Requirements
• Motorized vehicles, computers, telephones, fax machines, cell phones, and electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and clamp-on ammeters.
• Use of telephone, computers, cell phones and other electronic devices is essential.
• Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds and to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Must have the ability to drive a pick-up truck/car on a daily basis; there may be a periodic need to travel by airline.
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Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.
• Bachelors Degree of Science in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience.
• Continuing education in business related coursework desirable
Experience
• At least 5-10 years’ electrical experience in mining, heavy industrial, utility, or related industry
• Experience designing and managing the construction of projects related to different types of power distribution (Overhead and Underground)
• Experience working with PLC’s, Soft Starts, and VFD’s
• Experience with Power System Analysis Software desired (PTW, ETAP)
• Experience designing motor control systems
• Experience hiring and supervising electrical contractors
• Experience in the management of medium and large scale electrical projects
• Experience in the management/supervision of union/nonunion employees
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Advanced computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, AutoCad)
• Knowledge of mine production techniques and equipment preferred.
• Strong knowledge and application of safety and environmental regulations (NEC, NESC, MSHA, and OSHA)
• Knowledge of Safety, Health, and Environmental policies and procedures
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to plan and manage effectively
• Ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate multiple projects and priorities at one time
• Strong relationship building skills with all employee levels and with internal and external customers
• Must represent VMC in a professional manner to all customers, vendors, and internal personnel
Other Requirements
• Motorized vehicles, computers, telephones, fax machines, cell phones, and electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and clamp-on ammeters.
• Use of telephone, computers, cell phones and other electronic devices is essential.
• Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds and to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Must have the ability to drive a pick-up truck/car on a daily basis; there may be a periodic need to travel by airline.
JD Disclaimer
Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.
Vulcan Materials Company
Principal Electrical Engineer
Knoxville, Tennessee
Added 3d ago10,000+ employees
Job functions:
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
Full Time
Job Description
- Job Description Job Summary
Responsible for providing Electrical Engineering and Electrical Project Management under the supervision of a Senior Engineer. This includes overseeing electrical projects, repairs, and preventative maintenance, with increasing responsibility over time. The role involves technical interfacing with vendors and power providers, offering expertise to operations personnel, and managing the electrical components of projects from planning to maintenance. Additionally, the engineer will assist in designing electrical and automation systems, consult on system application for productivity, troubleshoot electrical issues, coordinate with contractors, mentor regional electrical staff, and contribute to corporate standards and policies.
Essential Functions
• Enforce safe operating standards, continually improve practices, i.e. develop task training, prepare short training modules, and review existing practices for improvement.
• Inspect/review plant electrical systems to ensure they are safe for plant personnel.
• Provide project scope and cost effective estimates based on sound electrical designs for Authorization For Expenditure (capital work) consideration.
• Develop, coordinate, and manage electrical projects and work across the Company, with a focus on work in your geographical area. This includes managing the project budget, maintaining conformance to scope, ensuring safety practices are followed, and overall supervision of the work.
• Interface with design teams on capital and maintenance projects.
• Monitor electrical support activities for all plants, including preventative maintenance.
• Supervise and instruct engineers, designers, and draftsman in the design of electrical applications, equipment, or systems.
• Provide input to the creation and modification of Corporate Standards, Specifications, and Policies, with respect to the NEC, NESC, MSHA, & OSHA.
• Monitor contracted electrical companies.
• Maintain/Improve established policies and procedures of the electrical department.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies which will improve facility electrical efficiency or reduce costs.
• Review existing plant operations to find opportunities to conserve electrical energy usage
Critical Competencies
• Interpersonal Savvy - Engages openly and comfortably with diverse groups, demonstrating tact, sensitivity, and consideration to ease interpersonal situations. Quickly establishes rapport and fosters positive connections.
• Teamwork and Collaboration - Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with others to achieve common goals; contributes positively to group efforts, sharing knowledge, and being open to others' ideas and feedback.
• Project Management - Planning, organizing, and executing logistics projects effectively.
• Planning and Scheduling - Effective planning of repair procedures, scheduling work considering resource availability, and maintaining necessary inventory.
• Analytical Thinking - Ability to break down complex problems, situations, in order to understand underlying patterns, identify key issues; examine information logically, question assumptions, and draw conclusions based on evidence.
• Attention to Detail - Ability to thoroughly and accurately complete tasks; meticulous and precise when handling information, and is critical in ensuring the quality, accuracy, and integrity of theresults.
Responsibilities Education
• Bachelors Degree of Science in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience.
• Continuing education in business related coursework desirable
Experience
• At least 5-10 years’ electrical experience in mining, heavy industrial, utility, or related industry
• Experience designing and managing the construction of projects related to different types of power distribution (Overhead and Underground)
• Experience working with PLC’s, Soft Starts, and VFD’s
• Experience with Power System Analysis Software desired (PTW, ETAP)
• Experience designing motor control systems
• Experience hiring and supervising electrical contractors
• Experience in the management of medium and large scale electrical projects
• Experience in the management/supervision of union/nonunion employees
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Advanced computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, AutoCad)
• Knowledge of mine production techniques and equipment preferred.
• Strong knowledge and application of safety and environmental regulations (NEC, NESC, MSHA, and OSHA)
• Knowledge of Safety, Health, and Environmental policies and procedures
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to plan and manage effectively
• Ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate multiple projects and priorities at one time
• Strong relationship building skills with all employee levels and with internal and external customers
• Must represent VMC in a professional manner to all customers, vendors, and internal personnel
Other Requirements
• Motorized vehicles, computers, telephones, fax machines, cell phones, and electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and clamp-on ammeters.
• Use of telephone, computers, cell phones and other electronic devices is essential.
• Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds and to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Must have the ability to drive a pick-up truck/car on a daily basis; there may be a periodic need to travel by airline.
JD Disclaimer
Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.
• Bachelors Degree of Science in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience.
• Continuing education in business related coursework desirable
Experience
• At least 5-10 years’ electrical experience in mining, heavy industrial, utility, or related industry
• Experience designing and managing the construction of projects related to different types of power distribution (Overhead and Underground)
• Experience working with PLC’s, Soft Starts, and VFD’s
• Experience with Power System Analysis Software desired (PTW, ETAP)
• Experience designing motor control systems
• Experience hiring and supervising electrical contractors
• Experience in the management of medium and large scale electrical projects
• Experience in the management/supervision of union/nonunion employees
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Advanced computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, AutoCad)
• Knowledge of mine production techniques and equipment preferred.
• Strong knowledge and application of safety and environmental regulations (NEC, NESC, MSHA, and OSHA)
• Knowledge of Safety, Health, and Environmental policies and procedures
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to plan and manage effectively
• Ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate multiple projects and priorities at one time
• Strong relationship building skills with all employee levels and with internal and external customers
• Must represent VMC in a professional manner to all customers, vendors, and internal personnel
Other Requirements
• Motorized vehicles, computers, telephones, fax machines, cell phones, and electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and clamp-on ammeters.
• Use of telephone, computers, cell phones and other electronic devices is essential.
• Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds and to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Must have the ability to drive a pick-up truck/car on a daily basis; there may be a periodic need to travel by airline.
JD Disclaimer
Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.
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Mid Level Principal Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level principal engineer job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just contribution. Highlight projects where you made key technical decisions, delivered end-to-end outcomes, and unblocked teammates. Applications stand out when they show concrete scope, not just a list of technologies. Write to the responsibilities in the job posting, and be specific about what you built, why you chose that approach, and what the result was.
Which companies hire mid level principal engineers?
Companies hiring mid level principal engineers right now include Micron Technology, American Electric Power, and Oracle, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad mix of employers, including large technology organizations, growth-stage product companies, and enterprise firms modernizing their engineering teams.
Are there remote mid level principal engineer jobs?
Yes, and a significant share of openings offer flexibility. About 36% of mid level principal engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how widely distributed engineering teams have become. On-site roles still exist, particularly at companies that prioritize in-person collaboration for complex technical work.
How do I move up to a mid level principal engineer role?
The path from entry level to mid level is built through deeper ownership over time. Early in your career, focus on delivering reliably within defined scope. Then push into designing solutions, not just implementing them. Seek out projects where you lead a piece of the work, mentor a newer engineer, and make decisions that others depend on. Consistent, measurable impact in those areas signals readiness for mid level responsibilities.
Which industries hire the most mid level principal engineers?
Mid Level principal engineer roles concentrate in Electronics & Hardware, Energy, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors tend to drive the most hiring at this level because they operate complex, high-stakes technical systems that require engineers who can own significant components with minimal day-to-day supervision.