Sr Hardware Engineer

Job Description:

The Senior Hardware Engineer will lead the design, development, validation, and production of advanced hardware systems and components. This role requires deep technical expertise combined with ownership of end-to-end hardware development, from concept through production. The individual will collaborate across cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and drive design excellence while ensuring compliance with global standards and product requirements.

The role demands strong problem-solving capabilities, system-level thinking, and the ability to lead complex technical initiatives, including architecture decisions, design trade-offs, and risk mitigation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of complex hardware systems and sub-systems aligned with product requirements and platform strategies.
• Define hardware architecture, conduct feasibility studies, simulations, and design reviews to ensure optimal performance, cost, and reliability.
• Drive collaboration with firmware, software, mechanical, and system engineering teams to ensure seamless product integration.
• Own hardware validation, testing, and debugging activities, including root cause analysis and resolution of critical issues.
• Establish and review technical documentation such as design specifications, schematics, BOMs, test plans, and compliance reports.
• Guide junior engineers through design, review, and troubleshooting activities; provide technical mentorship.
• Work closely with manufacturing, sourcing, and supplier teams to transition designs into production with high yield and quality.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., UL, IEC, CE, BIS, EMC/EMI).
• Drive design optimization for cost, performance, power, and reliability.
• Participate in failure analysis, field issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and lead innovation initiatives within the hardware domain.

Skills and Tools Required:

• Advanced proficiency in PCB design tools such as Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro, or equivalent.
• Strong expertise in digital and analog circuit design, including power electronics and embedded systems.
• Deep understanding of high-speed interfaces and communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, USB, Ethernet, etc.).
• Experience in signal integrity (SI), power integrity (PI), and EMI/EMC design considerations.
• Hands-on debugging skills using lab equipment (oscilloscope, logic analyzer, spectrum analyzer, etc.).
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and design lifecycle management.
• Knowledge of DFx principles (DFM, DFT, DFA) and hardware reliability engineering.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Computer Engineering.
• Relevant certifications in hardware design, embedded systems, or compliance standards are an added advantage.

Experience:

• 6–9+ years of experience in hardware engineering or related fields.
• Proven experience in leading hardware design projects from concept to production.