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Senior Electrical Engineer (Project Management)



Sr. Electrical Engineer

Location: Duluth, GA

Department: Engineering

Reports to: Hardware Engineering Manager

Type: Full-Time

Status: Exempt

Schedule: Hybrid (4 days in office / 1 day remote)

At IPA, we believe in valuing our employees' well-being and providing comprehensive benefits that support both their personal and professional lives. Enjoy paid holidays & time off, comprehensive healthcare including Telemedicine, HSA & FSA options, and Company-paid life and disability insurance. Plan for the future with a 401k match and Employee Stock Purchase program.

Are you passionate about bringing hardware to life through automation, robotics, and intelligent control systems? IPA is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to design and develop next-generation hardware automation platforms and intelligent sensor-integrated systems that power our advanced robotic and industrial solutions.

In this hands-on, high-impact role, you'll lead the design and integration of electrical and embedded hardware systems across mechanical, software, and sensor technologies—playing a key role in innovation and performance optimization.

What You'll Do

  • Design and develop integrated electrical-mechanical-software systems for robotics and automation applications.

  • Build advanced embedded hardware platforms using MCUs, FPGAs, real-time controllers, and motion control systems.

  • Develop and tune control algorithms for robotics, motor control, and system feedback (e.g., PID).

  • Design and optimize PCBs, power electronics, and circuit layouts with a focus on scalability and reliability.

  • Integrate machine vision, LiDAR, and sensor fusion technologies into robust automation platforms.

  • Prototype, test, debug, and refine functional systems through hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and real-time diagnostics.

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, mechanical, and software teams to ensure seamless system integration.

  • Maintain engineering documentation, interface specifications, and safety/regulatory compliance (UL, IEC, EN).

  • Support R&D and contribute to next-gen automation systems using AI, IoT, and edge computing technologies.

What You Bring

  • Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or related field.

  • 10+ years of experience designing automation hardware and embedded control systems.

  • Proven success developing scalable electro-mechanical systems with real-world deployment.

  • Deep hands-on expertise with:

    • Embedded systems: MCUs, FPGAs, PLCs, real-time processors

    • Programming: C/C++, Python, MATLAB, ROS, LabVIEW

    • Communication protocols: USB, CAN, Modbus, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, RS-232/485

    • Motion control systems: Servos, actuators, industrial sensors

    • PCB and circuit design: From concept to manufacturable layouts

  • Experience with DFM and taking products from prototype to production.

  • Familiarity with AI-enhanced automation, cloud-connected systems, and IoT devices is a plus.

  • Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and collaboration skills.

You'll Excel If You

  • Thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on R&D environment.

  • Love solving complex integration challenges across electrical, software, and mechanical domains.

  • Stay ahead of emerging technologies like edge AI, sensor fusion, and intelligent automation.

  • Bring a systems-thinking mindset and strong attention to design optimization and reliability.

  • Work well in cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers and technicians.

Join us in shaping the future of smart automation. Apply now to lead the charge in electrical innovation!

About Us:

IPA is a global leader in innovative linen and specialty uniform distribution solutions. Our cutting-edge software and hardware empower you to efficiently manage distribution, enhance staff satisfaction, reduce infection risks, and lower costs. Proudly made in the U.S.A, our solutions are trusted by over 1,000+ hospitals worldwide. Since our inception in 1995, IPA has evolved into the industry frontrunner, serving more than 1 million healthcare professionals daily. From community hospitals to top academic hospitals, including 18 of the 20 hospitals on the U.S. News and World Report Best Hospitals Honor Roll 2024-2025, our technology sets the standard for excellence.

For more about life at IPA visit: https://www.thinkipa.com/careers

IPA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

COVID-19 considerations:

IPA is mandating that all of our employees must have the COVID vaccine. To be considered for this position, you must be fully vaccinated before the start of employment. Exemptions and accommodations will be made for legitimate religious or medical reasons.

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