Hardware Engineer

1. Key Hardware Design and Development

• Design and prototype PCB layouts using tools like Altium Designer or KiCad.

• Select suitable microcontrollers, sensors, and ICs based on system requirements.

• Evaluate and integrate component datasheets, ensuring electrical compatibility.

• Perform schematic capture and layout optimization for signal integrity and manufacturability.

• Review design for thermal, EMI/EMC, and mechanical constraints.

2. Circuit Simulation and Validation

• Simulate analog and digital circuits using tools like LTspice or Proteus.

• Conduct pre-layout and post-layout simulations to validate design assumptions.

• Set up and run test benches for validating current draw, voltage regulation, and signal integrity.

• Document simulation results and iterate designs accordingly.

3. Hardware Testing and Debugging

• Develop and execute hardware test plans during prototyping and production.

• Use tools like oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, and signal generators for debugging.

• Identify and isolate hardware faults through systematic testing.

• Maintain detailed lab notes and reports for all testing cycles.

4. Embedded Hardware-Software Interface Support

• Collaborate with firmware engineers to align GPIO pin mapping and peripheral assignments.

• Ensure accurate hardware abstraction layer (HAL) mapping for all IO functions.

• Support driver-level testing for sensors, actuators, and communication modules.

• Provide board bring-up assistance and root cause analysis for firmware bugs linked to hardware.

5. Vendor and BOM Management

• Maintain and update Bills of Materials (BOM) for all hardware projects.

• Source components with respect to cost, lead time, and availability constraints.

• Liaise with component distributors and manufacturing partners for samples and quotes.

• Assess alternate part options for long-term availability and design continuity.

6. Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain version-controlled hardware design files, schematics, and layout repositories.

• Generate and update hardware test plans, user manuals, and troubleshooting guides.

• Ensure designs comply with relevant certifications (CE, RoHS, FCC) where applicable.

• Document all engineering changes through Engineering Change Notices (ECNs).

Job requirements

• 1-2 years of experience in hardware design.
• Knowledge of analog and digital circuit design.
• Knowledge with microcontrollers (ARM Cortex, ESP32, STM32,Nordic nRF, Atmega, etc.).
• Familiarity with communication protocols: UART, SPI, I2C,CAN, Modbus, BLE, Wi-Fi, GSM, LoRa.
• Proficiency in PCB design tools (Altium, KiCad, Eagle,OrCAD).
• Understanding of IoT hardware ecosystems and integration with cloud/Mobile apps.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.