Senior Embedded Hardware Engineer

Job Summary:

Senior Embedded Hardware Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

• Design & Development:

• Design and develop embedded hardware systems, including microcontroller/microprocessor-based boards, sensors, power supplies, and communication interfaces.
• Create schematics and perform PCB layout design using tools like Altium Designer, OrCAD, or KiCad.
• Select components and design circuits that meet performance, cost, and manufacturability requirements.

• Prototyping & Testing:

• Build and test hardware prototypes to verify performance and compliance with specifications.
• Conduct validation and verification (V&V), including signal integrity, EMI/EMC, thermal, and power analysis.

• Firmware Interaction:

• Work closely with embedded software/firmware engineers to ensure seamless integration of hardware and software.
• Provide bring-up support and troubleshooting for embedded firmware development.

• Project Leadership:

• Lead or contribute to project planning, risk assessment, and technical documentation.
• Mentor junior engineers and review their designs to ensure quality and adherence to standards

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, industrial designers, product managers, and manufacturing teams.
• Support transition from prototype to mass production, including DFM/DFT considerations and interaction with contract manufacturers.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in embedded hardware design and development.
• Proficiency in analog and digital circuit design, power management, and signal integrity.
• Experience with microcontrollers, SoCs, memory, and interface protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, USB, Ethernet, etc.).
• Strong experience with PCB design tools (e.g., Altium, Eagle, KiCad).
• Familiarity with lab equipment.
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC standards and compliance testing.
• Experience with wireless technologies (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Zigbee, LTE, etc.).
• Familiarity with embedded Linux and hardware bring-up processes.
• Experience with low-power and battery-operated devices.
• Experience working in regulated environments (e.g.,Defence and aerospace) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.