Hardware Engineer (Optics)

Key Responsibilities:

• Interface TFT displays with microcontrollers, GPUs, or other processing units, ensuring proper communication and functionality.
• Select appropriate display drivers and ensure correct operation with hardware systems, including configuring and fine-tuning display controllers (e.g., ILI9341, ST7735).
• Design and develop the hardware for TFT and other display technologies, ensuring optimal performance in terms of resolution, color accuracy, and refresh rates.
• Collaborate with the software and product development teams to integrate display hardware seamlessly into final products.
• Develop and maintain schematic diagrams and PCB designs for display interfaces (e.g., SPI, I2C, LVDS, etc.).
• Interface TFT displays with microcontrollers, GPUs, or other processing units, ensuring proper communication and functionality.
• Select appropriate display drivers and ensure correct operation with hardware systems, including configuring and fine-tuning display controllers (e.g., ILI9341, ST7735).
• Implement and optimize communication protocols for high-performance display operation.
• Work on optimizing display power consumption and overall system efficiency, particularly for battery-operated or mobile devices.
• Assess and reduce power consumption by designing low-power circuitry and managing display brightness and contrast.
• Conduct rigorous testing and troubleshooting of display hardware to identify and resolve issues related to image quality, refresh rates, resolution, and contrast.
• Implement automated and manual testing procedures to ensure consistent and reliable display performance.
• Work with other engineering teams to resolve hardware-related issues affecting the display system.
• Maintain detailed records of hardware designs, testing procedures, and performance evaluations.
• Write technical documentation and create reports for internal teams and external stakeholders, including data sheets, manuals, and design guidelines.
• Provide updates and recommendations on the latest trends in display technology to ensure the company stays competitive.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in display technologies (TFT, OLED, microLED, etc.) and integrate new trends into the hardware design process.
• Explore and recommend new display technologies that can be applied to company products, improving visual performance or user experience.
• Select and integrate advanced electronic components based on design requirements.
• Create schematic diagrams and layout designs using industry-standard PCB design tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Eagle, KiCad, or similar).
• Provide input on component selection, sourcing, and bill of materials (BOM) management.
• Support prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting of hardware designs to ensure performance and reliability.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience designing.
• Understading of Optical Engineering.
• Proficiency with PCB design software such as Altium Designer, Eagle, KiCad, or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of advanced electronics, components, and systems.
• Experience in hardware testing, debugging, and prototyping.
• Ability to read and understand datasheets and technical documentation.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities