Our client is seeking a **Principal Engineer** with deep expertise in **Ultra High Vacuum (UHV)** systems to lead the design, development, and optimization of advanced vacuum technologies. This role offers the opportunity to drive innovation, mentor top engineering talent, and shape the next generation of high-performance scientific equipment. **Job Title:** Principal Engineer UHV **Location:** Ramsey, MN **Salary:** 130-190k **Key Responsibilities** + Lead complex design and development projects involving UHV systems, components, and assemblies. + Provide technical leadership and mentorship to cross-functional engineering teams. + Drive innovation in vacuum system architecture, materials, and integration techniques. + Serve as subject matter expert for UHV design principles, troubleshooting, and system performance optimization. + Collaborate with product management, operations, and customers to define technical requirements and product specifications. + Oversee prototype development, testing, and validation of UHV components and systems. + Ensure designs meet required safety, performance, and reliability standards. + Prepare and deliver technical documentation, presentations, and design reviews. **Requirements** + Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related field (Master’s or PhD preferred). + Minimum of 10 years of engineering experience with a focus on vacuum systems, including at least 5 years with **Ultra High Vacuum** . + Deep understanding of UHV technologies: vacuum chambers, seals, pumps, materials compatibility, outgassing, and leak detection. + Hands-on experience with vacuum modeling tools and CAD systems (SolidWorks, ANSYS, COMSOL, etc.). + Proven leadership in multi-disciplinary engineering projects and mentoring junior engineers. + Strong communication and collaboration skills with internal teams and external stakeholders. **Preferred Experience:** + Semiconductor, medical device, or scientific instrumentation industry background. + Familiarity with cleanroom environments and high-precision manufacturing. + Experience working within ISO 13485 or similar regulated environments. **Benefits** + 4 days in office, 1 day remote + Medical, Dental, & Vision with HSA and FSA plans + PTO Plan + Retirement plans including a 401K match + Supplemental Life Insurance & Disability Plans + ESOP If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! **About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of Experis** _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.