Hardware Designer Engineer (Field Issue Troubleshooting)
Marvel Info Tech Inc
Philadelphia, PA
JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Computer Engineering, Computer Firmware, Consumer Electronics, Corrective Action, Debugging Skills, ESD Protection, Electrical Engineering, Electromagnetic Compatibility, Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), Electronic Design, Electronic Engineering, Electronics, Environmental Issues, Failure Analysis, Field Trials, Hardware Design, Identify Issues, Laboratory, Laboratory Equipment, Logic Analyzer, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Analysis, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mixed Signal Circuits, Oscilloscope, PCB (Printed Circuit Board) Manufacturing, Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Layout, Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), Printed Circuit Board Design, Problem Solving Skills, Product Support, Root Cause Analysis, Schematics, Signal Integrity, Soldering, Spectrum Analyzers, Technical/Engineering Design, Validation Testing, eCos
LOCATION
Philadelphia, PA
POSTED
15 days ago
We are seeking an experienced Hardware Designer who not only designs robust electronic systems but also excels at field failure analysis and troubleshooting.
This role requires hands-on debugging of customer-reported issues, root-cause analysis, and driving corrective actions across design, manufacturing, and quality teams.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and develop analog, digital, and mixed-signal hardware circuits
Create schematics and support PCB design using Altium Designer
Lead field issue investigation, including customer returns and on-site failures
Perform detailed root-cause analysis (RCA) of hardware failures
Debug issues related to power, signal integrity, EMI/EMC, thermal, and component reliability
Reproduce field issues in lab environments and define corrective actions
Support ECOs, design fixes, and validation testing for field issues
Collaborate with firmware, manufacturing, quality, and supplier teams
Analyze manufacturing and component-level failures (PCBA, soldering, aging, ESD, surge, etc.)
Prepare failure analysis reports and corrective/preventive action documentation.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical / Electronics Engineering or equivalent
Strong hands-on experience in hardware design using Altium Designer
Proven experience in field failure troubleshooting and debugging
Solid understanding of analog, digital, and power electronics
Experience with lab equipment (oscilloscope, logic analyzer, spectrum analyzer, DMM)
Knowledge of EMI/EMC, ESD, surge protection, and reliability concepts
Ability to interpret schematics, PCB layouts, and manufacturing data
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Experience supporting products in customer or field environments
Knowledge of DFM/DFA and manufacturing processes
Exposure to automotive, industrial, telecom, or consumer electronics products
Experience working with CM/vendors and component suppliers
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