Careers
At Linemaster, joining the team means more than starting a new job. It means becoming part of a company that values its people and invests in their growth. Many of our employees have been with us for 20 years or more, which says a lot about the culture and the opportunities here. We support professional development through advancement opportunities and a tuition reimbursement program for those who want to continue their education and grow within the company. Everything we do is guided by our core values and a commitment to building a workplace people are proud to be part of.
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Linemaster’s Company Core Values
- Behave with integrity, trust, respect, and accountability
- Maintain focus on uncompromised product quality
- Commit to doing the right thing for the company and customers
- Work hard, exhibit passions, ADD value
- Respecting fellow coworkers and working as a team
Linemaster Happenings 2026 Calendar
Every month employees participate in a “Linemaster happenings” event. Events can range from a company-wide raffle to themed luncheons and breakfasts for all employees to enjoy.
What Our Employees Say
I am really enjoying my position at Linemaster, my coworkers and supervisor are great and I have had zero issues so far. I haven’t had to face any challenges, my transition to the position has been smooth and I’ve picked up the work quickly. Im excited to continue working with Linemaster.”
Linemaster is a family-oriented company, which I’m happy to say I’ve been a part of the team for 25 years. The friendly staff and easy-going atmosphere provide a great place to go to work every day. Linemaster produces high quality foot controls for the Medical and Industrial fields, which is in large part due to the incredible team here. There are always opportunities for advancement within the company if the employee is willing to work hard, show ambition, and be a team player. I’ve been lucky enough throughout the years to advance within the company, so I am a great example that the opportunities are there. I have been part of the Linemaster team for so long and I look forward to the future with all of the new faces around here as well as my colleagues I have had the pleasure of working with over the years.”
Available Positions
Senior Hardware Engineer
Overview: Linemaster Switch Corporation is seeking a Senior Hardware Engineer with at least five years of experience in electronic hardware design and development. This position will support the development of custom foot and hand controls, with a primary focus on medical device applications. The Senior Hardware Engineer will take ownership of hardware development from initial requirements and circuit design through prototype evaluation, verification, production release, and ongoing product support. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in low power electronics and wireless device design, practical troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with firmware, mechanical, test, and manufacturing engineers. Experience developing products for the medical industry is preferred. Responsibilities and Duties
- Hardware design and development: Design analog, digital, and mixed signal circuits for embedded control products. Develop schematics, select components, perform design calculations, and complete or oversee printed circuit board layout.
- Low power and wireless design: Develop battery powered and low power electronic systems, including power management, sensor interfaces, microcontroller circuits, and wireless communication hardware. Evaluate power consumption, communication reliability, and antenna integration.
- Product integration: Work closely with firmware and mechanical engineers to define hardware interfaces, integrate electronic assemblies, and resolve system level design challenges. Participate in technical discussions with customers and suppliers.
- Prototyping and troubleshooting: Support prototype builds, perform initial hardware evaluation, and investigate circuit performance, component failures, and interactions between hardware and firmware. Recommend and implement corrective design changes.
- Verification and testing: Define hardware acceptance criteria and work with test engineering to develop and execute appropriate test plans. Review results, investigate failures, and document evidence that designs meet established requirements.
- Documentation and risk management: Prepare and maintain hardware specifications, schematics, bills of materials, design analyses, test reports, and engineering change documentation. Participate in design reviews and failure mode and effects analyses to address product safety, reliability, and performance.
- Production and technical support: Support the transfer of designs into production, resolve manufacturing and field issues, and evaluate component substitutions and obsolescence. Provide technical guidance to test engineers and engineering technicians.
Reports To: This position will report to the Engineering Director
- Strong knowledge of analog and digital circuit design, embedded microcontroller hardware, component selection, schematic capture, and printed circuit board design.
- Practical knowledge of low power circuit design and wireless device design, including power management, battery operation, and wireless hardware integration.
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot electronic hardware using oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers, and related laboratory equipment.
- Strong technical documentation, communication, and problem solving skills, with the ability to manage assigned development activities independently and work effectively across engineering disciplines.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience developing medical devices, medical device accessories, or products used within regulated medical systems.
- Familiarity with applicable FDA requirements under 21 CFR Part 820, Quality Management System Regulation (QMSR), and ISO 13485, particularly requirements related to design and development, verification, validation, risk management, and documentation.
- Experience using Altium Designer for schematic capture, printed circuit board layout, and design documentation.
- Experience with Hall effect sensors and magnetic sensing systems, including magnet selection, sensor positioning, air gap tolerances, and evaluation of sensing performance across operating conditions.
- Familiarity with hardware test methodologies, including functional testing, environmental testing, reliability testing, fault testing, and automated test development. Experience developing test protocols, defining acceptance criteria, and selecting appropriate test samples is beneficial.
- Experience with wireless technologies such as Bluetooth Low Energy or Zigbee, along with familiarity with electrical safety, electromagnetic compatibility, and wireless compliance testing.
- A minimum of five years of experience in electronic hardware design and development, including responsibility for designs progressing from concept through production.
- A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and professional experience.
Note: Linemaster Switch Corporation is an ISO certified company. All employees must have a basic knowledge of ISO principals.
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Our Locations
Woodstock CT
The Woodstock location serves as Linemaster’s headquarters, combining advanced manufacturing processes with skilled craftsmanship to produce high-quality foot controls. Spanning 50,000 square feet, the facility includes a drill room, production machining, paint room, assembly operations, warehouse, quality control, office administration, and an engineering department. Linemaster’s commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction is evident in its operations at the Woodstock site, which plays a critical role in the company’s overall success.
Plainfield CT
Linemaster Switch Corporation’s Plainfield location features a 15,000-square-foot facility designed to enhance the company’s manufacturing and logistics capabilities. Of this space, 10,000 square feet is dedicated to a stock room and warehouse. The remaining 5,000 square feet houses the cable and sub-assembly departments, where skilled technicians produce high-quality wiring harnesses. This division is integral to the company’s operations, providing essential components that meet the stringent quality standards Linemaster is known for. The Plainfield facility’s specialized focus on cable production and inventory management supports Linemaster’s reputation for excellence and reliability in its products.
What We Offer Our Employees
- Competative Pay
- Medical, Dental, Disability, & Life Insurance Options
- 401K Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Covid safety Precautions
- Clean Air Conditioned Environment
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Wellness Program (Cash Toward Deductible)
- Complimentary Gym Membership
Our Learning Center
The Linemaster Learning Center is a hub for answers and practical guidance about medical and industrial foot switches. It brings together FAQs, product insights, and application-focused resources to help customers better understand their options and make confident, informed decisions.