Senior Hardware Engineer
Senior Hardware Engineer
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10-04-2025
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Job Description
As a Senior Hardware Engineer at HyperSpectral you will play a critical role in scaling our hardware development optimization and supply chain processes. Working out of our space at The MIT Engine in Cambridge MA you will collaborate closely with crossfunctional teamsincluding research scientists software engineers and AI specialiststo refine our proprietary hardware and integrate it with our advanced spectral data analysis platform.
This position is ideal for an experienced engineer who can balance handson daytoday engineering work with broader organizational support including hardware designQA/QC cost optimization and vendor coordination. Youll help drive hardware initiatives forward in alignment with business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Hardware Development & Integration
- Refine and optimize spectrographic acquisition systems (e.g. hyperspectral imagers Raman spectrometers microscopes and other spectroscopic technologies) ensuring seamless integration with HyperSpectrals AI software stack.
- Draft comprehensive hardware design verification test (DVT) plans to conduct repeatable testing and calibration to validate device reliability and data consistency proactively identifying and addressing performance variances.
- Collaborate with research and product development teams to explore new hardware configurations and incorporate emerging technologies.
- Supply Chain & Cost Management
- Work with the leadership team to manage vendor relationships and ensure timely acquisition of hardware components.
- Identify opportunities to reduce device production costs without compromising on quality or performance.
- Develop and track key metrics around component sourcing pricing and quality to support datadriven decisionmaking.
- Quality Assurance & Regulatory Compliance
- Oversee hardware QA/QC protocols including documentation of testing standards and compliance with FDA UL and other relevant regulations.
- Assess and mitigate risks related to hardware reliability implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Help establish best practices and SOPs that ensure consistency in hardware performance from one machine to another.
- Maintain accurate bill of materials (BOMs) and revision control to ensure traceability of all hardware revisions in the field.
- CrossFunctional Collaboration
- Partner with AI and software teams to ensure optimal integration between hardware components and HyperSpectrals data workflows.
- Provide technical support to internal teams and external customers troubleshooting hardware and offering guidance on best use practices.
- Work closely with the executive and product teams to align hardware milestones with company objectives and customer needs.
- Technical Leadership & Documentation
- Mentor junior engineers or technicians in practical hardware design integration and test.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of hardware designs testing protocols manufacturing guidelines revision control and root cause analysisEM4.
- Contribute to roadmapping hardware improvements and new feature development in collaboration with senior leadership.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering optical engineering or related field.
- 5 years of handson hardware engineering experience (spectroscopy imaging systems robotics or embedded systems preferred).
- Proven track record in hardware design integration calibration and troubleshooting in a lab or industrial setting.
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance standards (FDA UL CE etc. and quality management practices.
- Experience in costoptimization strategies supply chain coordination or vendor management is a strong plus.
- Excellent project management skills: ability to juggle multiple tasks set priorities and meet deadlines in a fastpaced environment.
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to explain technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Startup or highgrowth R&D environment experience.
- Familiarity with machine learning applications in hardware or spectral data.
- Understanding of advanced spectroscopic techniques (e.g. HPLC ICPMS AES hyperspectral imaging Raman spectroscopy).
- Experience managing hardware budgets procurement and vendor relationships.
Physical and Work Requirements
- Ability to work in a hardware development lab for extended periods.
- Comfortable handling laboratory and industrial hardware.
- Capable of lifting and moving hardware components as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Work alongside top scientists and engineers in an innovative missiondriven company.
- Access to cuttingedge technology and resources at The Engine Cambridge MA.
$130000 $170000 a year
At HyperSpectral we believe in rewarding our team members fairly and competitively. For this position the compensation package is comprised of salary performance bonuses and equity options resulting in a total range of$130000$170000. Actual compensation will be determined based on the candidates experience and educational background.
What We Offer
The opportunity to work with a cuttingedge AIpowered technology company
Collaborative and innovative work environment
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens. We do not sponsor H1B or any other employment visas for this position.
Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and qualifications to
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
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