🚀 Principal Electrical Engineer

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly experienced and innovative Principal Electrical Engineer to lead the design, development, and validation of electrical systems for advanced appliances and brewer platforms. This role combines hands-on PCBA development with strategic system-level architecture, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional leadership. You’ll work with technologies including MCUs, AC/DC control, connectivity (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular), UI (LEDs, OLED, LCD, touch), and sensing solutions—driving innovation across current and future products. This position offers significant impact and visibility within the KDP technology organization.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end ownership of PCBA design, testing, and debugging for appliances
• Architect system-level electrical solutions aligned with product and business goals
• Analyze trade-offs between performance, manufacturability, and cost
• Participate in design reviews, project meetings, and budgeting events
• Lead DFM, DFT, and DFMEA reviews; conduct failure analysis and corrective actions
• Perform detailed technical analysis and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to bridge technology gaps
• Establish performance metrics through theory, models, and experiments
• Facilitate qualification testing to ensure compliance with electrical and regulatory standards (EMI, UL, FCC, CSA, etc.)
• Meet project schedules, deadlines, and budgets

Note: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment.

Total Rewards:

Benefits:

Our people are the heart of our business, which is why we offer robust benefits to support your health, wellness, and personal and financial well-being. We also provide programs to enhance your professional growth and development, ensuring you feel valued, inspired, and appreciated.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering with 10+ years of relevant experience OR
• Master's in Electrical Engineering with 8+ years of relevant experience
• Knowledge of designing for reliability and manufacturing
• Experience with circuit simulation and prototyping
• Familiarity with UL & FCC regulatory requirements
• Experience with MCU-based PCBA design, connectivity devices, UI devices, and sensing circuits
• Embedded programming skills are a plus
• Creative, self-driven, with strong analytical skills and quick learner
• Excellent communication skills with stakeholders and partners

Preferred Skills:

• US patents in consumer electronics
• Passion for mentoring and developing engineering talent

Company Overview:

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a diverse portfolio and extensive distribution capabilities. We operate with a differentiated business model and a world-class brand portfolio, driven by a talented, engaged team rooted in our values. Join us and be part of a company that values innovation, growth, and a fun work environment.

We strive to be an employer of choice , offering a culture and opportunities that empower our team of approximately 29,000 employees to grow and develop. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment.