Hardware Architect

Job Description:

We are looking for a Hardware Engineer to join our dynamic hardware engineering team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the design, development, and testing of innovative electronic hardware systems. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong foundation in hardware design, prototyping, and system architecture. As a Hardware Engineer, you will contribute to the creation of high-performance, reliable electronic products, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that all systems meet design specifications and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Hardware Design & System Architecture:
• Contribute to the design and development of hardware systems, including schematic capture, PCB layout, and component selection.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to define and implement system architectures for electronic devices, focusing on performance, power efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Design hardware systems that can operate under different environmental conditions and meet long-term functional requirements.
2. Prototyping, Testing & Validation:
• Develop hardware prototypes and conduct thorough testing to validate designs.
• Work with software and firmware teams to ensure seamless integration of hardware components with embedded software systems.
• Perform testing and validation to ensure designs meet functional and reliability specifications.
3. Documentation & Collaboration:
• Create and maintain clear, accurate, and detailed hardware documentation, including schematics, specifications, and test procedures.
• Ensure all documentation meets industry standards and is understandable for both technical and non-technical teams.
• Work closely with software engineers, firmware developers, and product managers to support the development of product designs and ensure smooth project execution.
4. Compliance & Regulatory:
• Ensure that hardware designs comply with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and certifications (e.g., UL, CE, RoHS).
• Support the certification process by working with regulatory bodies and external partners.
5. Troubleshooting & Technical Support:
• Investigate and resolve hardware-related issues during the development process and in post-production.
• Provide technical support to internal teams and customers to troubleshoot hardware problems as necessary.
6. Research & Development:
• Stay current with trends in hardware technology and industry best practices.
• Participate in research and development activities to explore new technologies that improve product performance and reduce costs.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors or masters degree in electrical engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: 8+ years of hands-on experience in hardware design, including schematic capture, PCB layout, and system integration.
• Skills:
• Proficient in hardware design tools (e.g., Altium Designer, OrCAD, Eagle).
• Strong knowledge of both analog and digital circuit design principles.
• Familiarity with industry standards and safety regulations (e.g., UL, CE, RoHS).
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities with strong analytical skills.
• Effective communicator and collaborator, able to work well within cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in solar tracker controller design and development.
• Knowledge of RF communications, including Zigbee and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).
• Willingness to travel internationally for supplier development, customer visits, and exhibitions.