Senior Hardware Design Engineer
Posted
Summary
Leads end-to-end design and development of electronic hardware and embedded software products, taking them from concept through testing, certification, and transition to manufacturing. Core technologies: Altium/ECAD PCB design, C/C++ embedded programming, ARM Cortex/PIC microcontrollers, and lab debug equipment.
Our client is looking for an experienced Hardware Design Engineer to join a growing Research & Development team,
leading the design and development of innovative electronic hardware and
embedded software products. You’ll drive projects from concept through to
production, ensuring designs meet customer specifications, quality standards
and regulatory requirements.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead end-to-end research, design,
integration, and testing of new electronic hardware and embedded software
solutions, meeting international standards and regulatory requirements.
- Drive design reviews and
collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, manufacturing, quality,
supply chain) and external partners to resolve design challenges.
- Prepare production data packs
(drawings, BOMs, specifications) and support the transition of new designs into
manufacturing.
- Develop and execute test plans to
validate performance, safety and reliability, and drive products through
qualification and certification.
- Troubleshoot and debug hardware
and firmware issues, providing technical support across prototypes and existing
products.
- Maintain clear technical
documentation and act as a technical resource for Sales, Customer Support and
Procurement.
- Stay
ahead of emerging technologies, mentor junior engineers and drive continuous
improvement.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electronic
Engineering; a postgraduate qualification is advantageous.
- 5+ years’ experience in electronic
hardware and embedded software design, with a track record of taking products
from concept to production.
- Background in a product
development / R&D environment – electronics, automotive, IoT or similar
high-tech industries.
- Strong ECAD/PCB design skills
(Altium or similar) and embedded programming expertise (C/C++) for
microcontrollers.
- Knowledge of microcontroller
architectures (ARM Cortex, PIC, etc.) and regulatory/industry standards
(EMC/EMI, ISO quality).
- Hands-on
lab experience (oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analysers) for testing and
debugging.