Senior Hardware Design Engineer (f/m/div.)

Your contribution to something big:
You will cover the full lifecycle of hardware development, taking technical ownership of complex designs for automotive platforms from initial architecture to series production. Your main responsibilities will be:
Execute complex electronic hardware development tasks, including schematics, simulations, and BOM creation.
Define and justify electronic hardware architecture and key design decisions with system- and vehicle-level impact.
Act as the technical authority for electronic hardware topics within the product line, guiding development from requirements through to release.
Lead hardware design reviews, audits, and cross-functional technical discussions with international teams and customers.
Represent hardware development in project milestones, technical reviews, and release decisions, clearly communicating risks and mitigation plans.
Independently analyze and resolve complex hardware issues, including EMC, thermal management, aging, and derating.
Optimize designs for cost, robustness, safety, and manufacturability, ensuring readiness for industrialization and series production.
What distinguishes you:
Education: University degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a similar relevant technical field.
Experience: Solid and proven professional experience in electronic hardware development within the automotive industry, with a track record of leading complex designs or platforms.
Know-how:
Deep understanding of analogue design principles and simulation tools.
Strong knowledge of hardware validation, release processes, and automotive standards (EMC, thermal, and functional safety).
Proven ability to lead technical reviews, perform root-cause analysis, and make critical design decisions.
Languages: Fluency in English (both spoken and written).
Working Style and Methods: Highly structured, systematic, and proactive. Excellent capability to manage complex projects, mitigate risks, and drive technical progress.
Personality: Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to influence without direct authority, build consensus, and interface effectively with cross-functional teams and customers.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
Hybrid