Senior Electrical R&D Engineer

As a global leader in precision measurement sensing technologies, VPG addresses an expanding array of applications in which accuracy, reliability, and repeatability make the difference. Whether it is in the design and safety of new generations of cars, trucks and planes, or optimizing advanced medical equipment and consumer products, VPG’s deep engineering expertise is making the world safer, smarter, and productive.

We’re seeking a Senior Electrical R&D Engineer to join our innovative team in Poestenkill, NY .

Join a high-impact engineering team where innovation drives performance. As a Senior R&D Engineer, you will lead the electrical design of advanced weighing and control systems for DSI, taking ownership of everything from detailed schematics to PLC programming. Your designs will shape the future of our equipment and ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance at every level.

In this role, you will:

• Own the end-to-end electrical design process, including wiring layouts, schematics, BOM creation, and PLC logic.
• Champion design accuracy, cost-effectiveness, and continuous improvement through systematic engineering change management.
• Lead safety and certification efforts, ensuring compliance with industry standards and acting as the primary point of contact with certifying agencies.
• Serve as a mentor and technical leader, supporting junior engineers and collaborating across teams to resolve challenges and embed best practices.
• Drive production support and problem-solving efforts, bringing deep technical insight to cross-functional initiatives.

The pay range for this position is $110,000 - $125,000 per year depending on experience.

Company sponsored benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D, Disability, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account and Voluntary Benefits (Legal, Identity Theft, Critical Illness, Accident Injury and Hospital Indemnity).

Company 401(k) Retirement/Savings Plan includes a 4% employer match (contributions are 100% vested upon hire)

Paid Vacation and Holidays.

The estimated salary range allows for candidates with various levels of skills and experience to be considered, as well as provides room for growth achieved within the role over time. Any offer extended to a candidate or salary increase consideration for a current employee will be based on the individual’s unique set of knowledge, skills, education, experience and geographic location, as well as internal equity.

REQUIREMENTS

A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, with 5–8 years of hands-on experience in electrical system design.

Deep expertise in everything from circuit-level design to advanced power distribution and industrial control systems.

Proficiency in schematics, PLC programming, communication protocols, and regulatory compliance.

A track record of leading technical projects and driving results in multidisciplinary teams.

You're a natural problem-solver who thrives on complex technical challenges.

You communicate clearly—whether explaining technical details to peers or presenting solutions to non-technical stakeholders.

You’re detail-oriented, organized, and reliable under pressure.

You take initiative, adapt quickly, and always deliver with precision and quality.