Principal Engineer – LV Switchgear (US)

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Henrico, VA, USA
In-Office
115K-157K Annually
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Hardware • Other • Appliances
The Role
Serve as the technical authority for North American LV switchgear portfolio, owning architecture, standards, compliance (UL/NEC/IEEE), risk management, cross-functional technical leadership, and product strategy/roadmaps for LV Switchgear, RPPs and PDUs.
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A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

Job SummaryFlex intends to spin off its Cloud and Power Infrastructure segment into a new, independent publicly traded company, Axiom, with the spin planned for Q1 2027. If the intended spin occurs, this role will support Axiom, a company focused on critical digital infrastructure and delivering end-to-end power and thermal management solutions for AI data centers and other mission-critical applications.

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a/an Principal Engineer – LV Switchgear (US)

Reporting to the Global Head of R&D the Principal Engineer – LV Switchgear (US) will act as the technical authority for the North American LV Switchgear portfolio, providing strategic leadership and governance across the full product lifecycle of products such as LV Switchgear, RPP and PDUs.

What a typical day looks like:

  • Act as the Technical Authority for the North American LV Switchgear Portfolio
  • Own technical decisions, engineering standards, governance and product architecture.
  • Ensure Compliance and Technical Risk Management
  • Provide leadership on UL, NEC, IEEE and related standards while managing technical compliance and product risks.
  • Provide Cross-Functional Technical Leadership
  • Act as the senior technical interface for Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, customers and certification bodies.
  • Define and Drive Product Strategy & Roadmaps
  • Partner with Product Management to shape future product platforms, technology direction and competitive positioning. Support grid-to-rack and data centre power distribution strategies.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team,

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline)
  • 10+ Years' Experience in LV Switchgear Engineering, Including design, manufacturing or technical leadership.
  • Deep Expertise in UL Low Voltage Switchgear. Strong knowledge of UL 891, UL 1558,
  • Proven Technical Leadership. Ability to act as a recognized subject matter expert and make critical engineering decisions.
  • Strong Systems Engineering & Problem-Solving Capability. Experience resolving complex customer, manufacturing, and field issues.

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What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

  • Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • Matching 401(k) Contributions
  • Vacation and Paid Sick Time
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Application Deadline:

Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.

Job Posting Start Date 09-18-2026 Job Posting End Date 11-02-2026

The base pay range for this position is provided below. The final base rate offered will be determined using job-related, non-discriminatory criteria, including but not limited to experience, qualifications, geographic location, education, external market data, and internal equity.

$114,500.00 USD - $157,400.00 USD Annual

Job CategoryDesign, Process & Technology Engineering

Relocation: Not eligible

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [email protected] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
  • 10+ years experience in LV switchgear engineering, design, manufacturing, or technical leadership
  • Deep expertise in UL Low Voltage Switchgear and strong knowledge of UL 891 and UL 1558
  • Strong knowledge of NEC and IEEE standards relevant to LV switchgear
  • Proven technical leadership and ability to act as a recognized subject matter expert
  • Strong systems engineering and problem-solving capability to resolve complex customer, manufacturing, and field issues
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