Senior Hardware Development Engineer

The Senior Hardware Development Engineer will be responsible for the end-to-end design, development, and testing of microcontroller-based electronic products in line with Libratherm's technical specifications and product line standards. This role requires a seasoned professional who can lead hardware design from concept to production, ensuring robust, reliable, and cost-effective solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Product Design & Development:
• Lead the complete hardware design life cycle, including schematic capture, PCB layout, component selection, and prototype creation for new products.
• Design and develop microcontroller-based systems (e.g., using PIC, AVR, ARM Cortex-M, or similar) for various industrial and consumer applications.
• Ensure designs comply with all relevant industry standards, safety regulations (e.g., CE, RoHS), and company quality requirements.

• Collaborate closely with firmware, software, and mechanical engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of hardware and software components.

• Testing & Validation:

• Develop comprehensive test plans and procedures for hardware validation.
• Perform rigorous testing, debugging, and troubleshooting of electronic circuits and systems using standard lab equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters).

• Conduct feasibility studies, stress testing, and performance analysis to ensure product reliability and durability.

• Documentation & Maintenance:

• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, schematics, BOMs (Bill of Materials), and test reports.
• Provide technical support and perform root-cause analysis for hardware-related issues in existing products.

• Continuously seek opportunities to optimize existing designs for cost, manufacturability, and performance.

• Project Management & Collaboration:

• Manage project timelines and deliverables for hardware-related tasks.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Communicate project status, technical challenges, and solutions to stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:

• Education:
   Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

• Experience:
   A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in the design, development, and testing of microcontroller-based electronic products.

• Domain Expertise:

• Mandatory:
   At least 5 years of experience in designing products specifically for the Libratherm product line or a very similar industry domain. This is a critical requirement.
• Proven experience in a product-centric environment, from concept to mass production.

Technical Skills:

• Core Hardware Design:
• Expertise in schematic design and PCB layout using industry-standard tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Eagle, KiCad).
• Strong knowledge of analog and digital circuit design, including power supply design (linear/switching regulators).

• In-depth knowledge of various microcontroller architectures (e.g., PIC, AVR, ARM) and their peripherals (e.g., ADC, DAC, Timers, PWM).

• Embedded Systems & Peripherals:

• Proficiency with communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, and RS-485.
• Experience with sensor interfacing, signal conditioning, and data acquisition.

• Familiarity with firmware development for microcontrollers (C/C++).

• Testing & Debugging:

• Expertise in using lab equipment for testing and debugging.

• Solid understanding of signal integrity, EMI/EMC principles, and best practices for PCB design.

• Documentation & Tools:

• Proficiency in creating and managing technical documentation and BOMs.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) is a plus.

Soft Skills & Competencies:

• Problem-Solving:
   Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a meticulous attention to detail.
• Communication:
   Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Teamwork:
   Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment.
• Self-Motivation:
   A proactive and self-motivated individual who can work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Department:
 Research & Development / EngineeringReports To:
 Head of R&D / Engineering Manager