We’re looking for a hands-on and driven Hardware Development Engineer to join our clients team, playing a key role in the development and continuous improvement of cutting-edge automotive hardware solutions.
Note: This role requires German speaking.
Your Responsibilities
* Contribute to New Product Introduction (NPI) and application development projects
* Collaborate closely with firmware, software, and system engineering teams
* Design and adapt hardware for new and emerging automotive applications
* Create electronic circuits and PCB layouts based on requirements from characterization, sensor fusion, or application teams
* Design 3D models for prototypes, internal setups, and customer demonstrators
* Deliver tailored hardware solutions for projects: demokits, internal setups, early samples
* Coordinate with external development partners
* Plan and perform hardware validation and release testing
* Support end-of-line setups for component and module assembly
* Maintain and enhance existing automotive hardware designs
* Work with quality and operations teams to improve legacy products and address customer feedback
* Assist in defining technical improvements and perform root cause analysis for hardware failures
Your Profile
* B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
* Strong practical background in electronics with a proactive, maker mindset
* Proven experience in circuit design and PCB layout (Altium, Eagle, or KiCad)
* Experience with 3D CAD modeling tools such as Autodesk Fusion 360 or SolidWorks
* Prior experience in automotive hardware development
* Familiarity with communication interfaces (LIN, I2C, SPI, CAN, Serial)
* Understanding of Automotive SPICE processes is a plus
* Knowledge of functional safety and/or ASIL is advantageous
* Experience with embedded software or firmware development is a bonus
* Strong written and spoken skills in English and German is a must
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