Lead Electrical Engineer

The Opportunity

StaffRight Associates is recruiting for a Lead Electrical Engineer to join an outdoor recreation products organization in Eufaula, Alabama. This full-time, direct-hire role is fully on-site with no remote option, and full relocation is provided for candidates from anywhere in the country. As the Lead Electrical Engineer, you will own the electrical and electronic side of new product creation, turning early ideas into reliable, cost-effective products that reach the market. You will also guide the engineers who help bring the next wave of outdoor gear to life. This is a high-visibility seat for a hands-on leader who wants to set technical direction and see their designs in customers’ hands.

What You’ll Do

• Spearhead electrical and electronic design across the full product lifecycle, carrying each concept through prototypes, testing, validation, and market launch.
• Steer engineering teams by setting priorities, holding to project timelines, and keeping execution on track.
• Pioneer fresh product designs while refining current offerings to boost their reliability, performance, manufacturability, and cost efficiency.
• Scrutinize designs, resolve difficult technical problems, and confirm that every product meets quality standards and product specs.
• Orchestrate project delivery by preparing test plans, cost estimates, project schedules, and technical documentation, and by managing resources against key milestones.
• Partner with suppliers, operations, manufacturing, and other internal stakeholders to smooth the path from development to production readiness.
• Champion design strategies, fabrication methods, and supplier options that raise production efficiency and overall product quality.

What You Bring

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (EE), Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology (EET), or a closely related discipline
• At least 7 years of hands-on Electrical Design Engineering experience
• Deep expertise in Electronic Circuits, Electronic Components, Schematics, Circuit Design, and Electronics Testing
• Demonstrated success in Engineering Team Leadership and Complex Project Management, guiding work from initial idea to full production
• A record of turning early product ideas into designs ready for the factory floor through Design For Manufacturability
• Hands-on proficiency with Electrical Design Tools, Simulation Tools, and Analysis Tools
• Sharp Analytical Skills, Troubleshooting, and Problem-Solving abilities
• Strong Communication and Cross-Functional Collaboration skills
• A self-motivated, inventive approach and the confidence to own projects end to end with little oversight
• Authorization to work in the U.S.; the client cannot offer visa sponsorship

Preferred

• Background in Consumer Product Development

Compensation & Total Rewards

• Salary: $135,000–$145,000 (USD)
• Engagement: Full-time, direct hire; fully on-site (no remote) in Eufaula, Alabama
• Bonuses and cash profit-sharing opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits, generous paid time off, and holidays
• 401(k) with employer match, plus additional retirement benefits
• Tuition assistance, training, and professional development programs
• Discounts on the client’s outdoor recreation gear
• Family-oriented benefits and employee wellness initiatives
• A casual, team-driven culture with company events
• Full relocation assistance

Joining StaffRight Associates

When you partner with StaffRight Associates in your search for your next role, you’re doing more than pursuing a job, you’re aligning yourself with a team of experts committed to placing top-tier talent in truly impactful positions. We take pride in fostering professional growth and connecting forward-thinking individuals with organizations that value innovation and excellence. We look forward to showcasing your expertise in a way that resonates with our clients and opens the door to meaningful opportunities.