Sr. Electrical Engineer

Description
Central Garden & Pet Company is seeking a talented and innovative Sr. Electrical Engineer with strong IoT and connected product experience to join our team. This role will lead the design and development of next-generation electronics and connected solutions across Central Garden & Pet's portfolio. You will work cross-functionally from concept through commercialization, owning electrical architecture, embedded systems, connectivity, and integration with mobile applications and cloud platforms. Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) is a leading innovator, marketer, and producer of quality branded products for the pet, lawn, and garden markets.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead development of connected (IoT) product platforms, including hardware, firmware, and mobile app integration
Define and execute IoT strategy and scalable architecture
Develop prototypes and bring products from concept to production
Collaborate with software teams to develop mobile app ecosystems
Design and support electrical products & systems, including PCBs, sensors, power systems, and wireless connectivity
Establish test methods and validation protocols
Utilize CAD and ECAD tools to develop and validate designs
Troubleshoot using lab equipment
Communicate with cross-functional teams and external partners
Analyze customer feedback to improve products
Drive cost-effective, manufacturable designs
Maintain technical documentation
QUALIFICATIONS
BS in Electrical Engineering; MSEE preferred
5-7+ years' experience with IoT / connected devices
Experience with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth (BLE), embedded systems
Experience with mobile app integration and cloud-connected products
Knowledge of PCB design and power systems
Familiarity with SPI, I2C, UART, RS-232
Experience with lab test equipment
Experience with overseas manufacturers
CAD/ECAD proficiency (PTC Creo preferred)
Rapid prototyping experience
Strong project management and communication skills
Preferred
Consumer IoT product experience
Firmware experience
Knowledge of UL, FCC, CE
Battery-powered design experience
WORKING CONDITIONS
Hours of work will generally be during regular business hours and average at least 40 hours a week in office and lab/plant environment. There will be some variation in work hours due to special projects, deadlines, and other concerns.
Collaborate cross-functionally to drive alignment and deliver key initiatives
PE may be required
Travel 5-10%
BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Free Life and Disability Insurance
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
Employee Assistance Program
Access to thousands of free online courses
Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
Referral Program with cash bonus
Access to on-demand pay
Paid parental leave
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) is a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries. Guided by the belief that home is central to life, the Company's purpose is to proudly nurture happy and healthy homes. For over 45 years, its innovative and trusted solutions have helped lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a diversified portfolio of market-leading brands including Amdro , Aqueon , Best Bully Sticks , Cadet , C&S , Farnam , Ferry-Morse , Kaytee , Nylabone , Pennington , Sevin and Zoёcon . With fiscal 2025 net sales of $3.1 billion, Central has strong manufacturing and logistics capabilities supported by a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. The Company is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, and employs over 6,000 people, primarily across North America. Visit ( to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.