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Hardware Development Engineer Level 2

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Milwaukee, WI

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Analog Circuit Design, Analog Microwave or Power, Analysis Skills, Automation, Best Practices, C++ Programming Language, CPLD, Circuit Design, Communication Skills, Computer Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Control Systems, Cross-Functional, Debugging Tools, Detail Oriented, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Ethernet, FPGA, Hardware Architecture, Hardware Development, Hardware Quality Assurance, Identify Issues, Industrial Design, Industrial Development, Integration Testing, International Electro-Technical Commission (IEC), Legal, Logic Analyzer, Mentoring, Microprocessor, Oscilloscope, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Product Design, Product Development, Product Documentation, Product Lifecycle, Product Support, Prototyping, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Regulatory Compliance, Schematics, Simulation, Software Testing, System Architecture, Team Player, Test Automation, Test Design, Test Equipment, Wireless Communications, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Milwaukee, WI
POSTED
19 days ago

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.

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

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)

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

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