Hardware Development Engineer Level 2

Overview

As a Hardware Development Engineer, you will join a collaborative engineering team developing advanced industrial automation and control systems. This role offers hands-on involvement across the full hardware development lifecycle from circuit design and integration to testing, analysis, and regulatory compliance. You will work in a supportive, team-oriented environment that values knowledge sharing, innovation, and continuous improvement, with strong mentorship and opportunities for growth.

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Responsibilities

• Collaborate within an agile team to design and develop industrial automation products, including system architecture and hardware verification
• Program, analyse, and troubleshoot electronic hardware prototypes
• Prepare and maintain product design documentation and test reports
• Research and evaluate new technologies, tools, and methodologies to improve circuit design and troubleshooting
• Work with technical peers to implement hardware test automation and design simulation solutions
• Partner across engineering and product teams to support the full product development lifecycle
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and engineering best practices

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• At least 2 years of hands-on experience in cross-functional hardware product development
• Experience using design capture tools with the ability to read and interpret schematics
• Strong understanding of circuit theory and operation, with experience in at least one of the following:
  • Microprocessors
  • Digital logic devices
  • Analogue and/or DC power conversion
  • Programmable devices (CPLDs, FPGAs)
  • Ethernet, wireless, or analogue design
• Hands-on experience with hardware test equipment such as debuggers, precision oscilloscopes, and logic analysers
• Familiarity with electronics compliance standards such as functional safety (e.g. IEC 61508) and/or EMC (e.g. IEC 61000)
• Strong attention to detail and sense of ownership
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Legal authorisation to work in the United States (Our client sponsorship not available)

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Preferred Qualifications

• Programming experience in Python and/or C++, particularly for automated test applications in hardware development
• Experience working in a scaled agile development environment
• Growth mindset with a willingness to learn, mentor others, and expand technical ownership