Systems Architect - Electrical Engineering

Piper Companies is seeking a Systems Architect – Electrical Engineering in Austin TX to support an organization within the electrical interconnect manufacturing industry with up to 30% travel in the U.S. The Systems Architect – Electrical Engineering role is ideal for a senior-level engineering professional with extensive experience designing and leading complex interconnect solutions that align customer requirements with business and manufacturing capabilities. 

Responsibilities of the Systems Architect – Electrical Engineering: 

• Own the end-to-end system architecture and technical roadmap for advanced electrical interconnect and cable backplane solutions. 
• Translate customer and business needs into system-level requirements with a focus on signal integrity, mechanical fit, thermal performance, and scalability. 
• Create and evaluate technical documentation including system specifications, engineering drawings, and prototype or proof-of-concept designs. 
• Serve as the technical liaison between OEM customers and manufacturing partners, ensuring alignment across design, production, and delivery. 
• Provide technical leadership and guidance across cross-functional engineering, sales, and customer-facing teams. 

Qualifications of the Systems Architect – Electrical Engineering: 

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or mechanical engineering required; master's degree preferred. 
• 10+ years of experience in electronic and/or mechanical engineering with a focus on interconnecting or electromechanical systems. 
• Understanding interconnect architectures and how they support both internal business objectives and customer system designs. 
•  Experience with CAD and modeling tools such as Pro/ENGINEER (Creo) or SolidWorks preferred. 
• Strong communication, customer service, and stakeholder engagement skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office tools. 

Compensation for the Systems Architect – Electrical Engineering includes: 

• Salary $170,000 - $200,000 
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options 

This job opens for applications on 06/11/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date. 

Keywords: Systems Architect, Electrical Engineering, Interconnect Systems, Cable Backplane, Electromechanical Design, Manufacturing Engineering 

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