Principal Electrical Engineer - Denver, CO
conmed · Denver, CO · United States · Hybrid
Pay: USD 130,000 – 209,000 a year
Posted Aug 14, 2026
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This role requires a highly experienced technical leader who thrives in complex, multidisciplinary environments and is motivated by solving challenging, system‑level problems. The Principal Electrical Engineer will shape advanced technologies, influence architecture and design decisions, and provide technical leadership across teams while mentoring engineers and driving disciplined execution throughout the product lifecycle.
This position is based in Denver, Colorado area and follows a hybrid work schedule.
Candidates residing outside of the Denver area are encouraged to apply. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates who are selected for the role and require relocation to the Denver metro area .
The annual salary range for this position is $130,000 - $209,000
Responsibilities:
Define and drive electrical architecture, design standards, and technical direction across multiple product programs
Lead system-level design and integration of complex mixed-signal electrical systems
Provide technical leadership and mentorship, guiding engineering teams toward strong design and execution practices
Lead cross-functional technical efforts across electrical, software, and mechanical disciplines
Evaluate and de-risk new technologies through feasibility analysis and experimental validation
Drive resolution of complex system-level challenges across programs
Drive engineering processes, development practices, and lifecycle management strategies
Ensure designs meet relevant safety, regulatory, and compliance requirements
Required Qualifications:
B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field
12+ years of experience designing and delivering complex electrical systems
Other Attributes:
Demonstrated ability to define system architectures and influence design across multiple programs
Strong technical leadership and mentorship experience
Ability to solve highly complex, cross-disciplinary engineering challenges
Strong communication and ability to influence stakeholders across organizations
Demonstrated ownership of system-level architectures or major subsystems
Experience leading technical direction across teams or programs
Strong foundation in analog, digital, and mixed-signal design
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with complex system architectures (mixed-signal, RF, or power systems)
Experience in regulated industries (e.g., medical devices)
Experience with programmable logic or digital hardware design (FPGA/ASIC/HDL)
Experience defining technical standards or architecture across teams or programs
Familiarity with product lifecycle processes and development tools
This position is not eligible for employer based sponsorship.
Disclosure as required by applicable law, the annual salary range for this position is $130,000 - $209,000. The actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education and skill level. The salary range is CONMED’s good faith belief at the time…