Hardware Engineer

The Aftermarket Electronics Engineer is responsible for supporting electronic products throughout their post-launch lifecycle, including troubleshooting, redesign, validation, obsolescence management, and continuous improvement activities. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to analyze field issues, develop electronic solutions, support product sustainment, and ensure long-term product reliability and serviceability.
Candidates must have a valid passport and US visa for travel.
Key Responsibilities
Analyze customer, service, and business requirements and translate them into electronic design proposals and technical solutions.
Design, modify, and maintain electronic circuits and schematics using industry-standard CAD tools.
Support product sustainment activities, including component obsolescence management, redesigns, and cost optimization initiatives.
Bring up and validate prototype hardware, proof-of-concept designs, and engineering mockups.
Investigate field failures and perform root cause analysis to identify corrective actions.
Develop and execute validation and verification test plans and document test results.
Perform electrical characterization, debugging, and troubleshooting using laboratory equipment.
Collaborate with Mechanical, Firmware, Software, Manufacturing, Quality, and Service teams to develop and implement robust solutions.
Support PCB design reviews, layout optimization, and manufacturing readiness activities.
Ensure compliance with applicable EMC, EMI, ESD, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Create and maintain technical documentation including schematics, test reports, design specifications, and engineering change documentation.
Support product lifecycle management activities from design modifications through production implementation.
Technical Skills
Proficiency with Altium Designer for schematic capture and PCB design.
Experience with electronic circuit simulation and validation tools.
Harness and cable assembly design experience.
Knowledge of component selection and qualification processes.
Ability to interpret schematics, PCB layouts, and manufacturing documentation.
Familiarity with engineering change management and product lifecycle management systems.
Desired Competencies
Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis capabilities.
Customer-focused mindset with an emphasis on product reliability and serviceability.
Excellent organizational and documentation skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Collaborative approach to working with global and cross-functional teams.
Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on quality and operational excellence.
Experience with high-speed interfaces such as MIPI, MDI, HDMI, USB, LVDS, CAN, LIN, or Ethernet.
Experience with control interfaces including I2C, SPI, UART, SPMI, and related communication protocols.
Knowledge of power electronics including linear regulators, DC-DC converters, and switched-mode power supplies (SMPS).
Understanding of electrical noise, signal integrity, and coupling mechanisms including conducted, radiated, and near-field effects.
Knowledge of grounding, shielding, EMI, EMC, and ESD design practices.
Experience with PCB layout design, review, and manufacturing processes.
Experience supporting products through their complete lifecycle, including sustainment and obsolescence management.
Familiarity with reliability testing, failure analysis, and corrective action processes.
Experience working in automotive, power tools, consumer electronics, or industrial electronics environments.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No