Flex

Principal Engineer – LV Switchgear (US)

Henrico, VA, United States · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerFlex
LocationHenrico, VA, United States
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted18 Sep 2026

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.

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 Summary

Flex 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)

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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 Category

Design, Process & Technology Engineering

Relocation: Not eligible

Is Sponsorship Available?

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 accessibility@flex.com 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).

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