Position Summary

The Hardware Design Engineer would be responsible for developing both microcontroller based control systems and analog circuits for battery charging, sensor feedback and control systems. The position requires analytical and communication skills to implement a design based on internal requirements and customer direction.

Position Responsibilities

· Electronic product design of both digital and analog circuitry. (Schematic, Layout)

· Develop Engineering/Product documentation.

· Electronic product/system debugging, testing and validation.

· Provide input to development schedules.

· Interface with engineering team members, other internal departments (e.g. manufacturing, purchasing) and customers.

· Direct the work of technicians.

· Develop and execute test plans.

Requirements

Position Requirements

· Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering and experience developing equivalent capabilities

· 0 to 5 years’ experience working as an Engineer in the design and development of electronic hardware at the circuit level

· 1 year experience in a product development role preferred

· Familiarity with 8-, 16- and 32-bit microcontroller architecture and application to embedded systems

· Ability to use software applications to obtain, understand, and modify BOMs

· Ability to work with mechanical systems and mechanical aptitude is a strong plus

· Direct experience with power electronics (MOSFETs, IGBTs, H-bridges, motor control) preferred

· Experience with Microchip or ARM microcontrollers preferred

· Experience with EMC testing and compliance a plus

· Ability to work both independently and in a team environment on a variety of products with good communication and written skills.

· Ability to manage time on multiple concurrent projects.

· Ability to work professionally with other internal departments and external customers.

Preferred Skills

· Knowledge of both analog and digital circuit design concepts

· Experience in CAD tools to generate schematics and layouts

· Altium Designer experience preferred.

· Knowledge of communication buses and protocols (e.g. RS-485, RS-232, MODBUS, CAN, I2C) a plus

· Interest in analog power systems a plus

· Demonstrated ability to debug electronics utilizing electronic test equipment

· PSpice analysis preferred.

· General understanding of heat transfer and thermal management as applied to power electronics

· Proficient in reading electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and product documentation

· Familiarity with Agile PLM preferred

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite