Senior Electronic Hardware Engineer (MF)

An international engineering and technology consulting group Fortil is based on an independent model and brings together more than 2500 employees. With 30 offices in 14 countries Fortil fosters entrepreneurial freedom and the development of individual potential.

JOB DESCRIPTION

As part of the development of our activities in the canton of Vaud we are looking for a Senior Electronic Hardware Engineer (M/F).

Reporting to a technical manager your main responsibilities will include:

Responsibilities

• Design and develop analog and mixed-signal electronic boards from architecture to validation

• Define hardware architecture and technical requirements aligned with system constraints

• Perform schematic design and component selection

• Manage PCB design and layout follow-up using Altium

• Conduct board bring-up debugging testing and validation activities

• Ensure full lifecycle development from design to industrialization and transfer to production

• Write and maintain high-quality technical documentation (design validation manufacturing)

• Collaborate closely with RF system software and mechanical teams

• Contribute to technical decisions and trade-offs to ensure system performance and reliability

• Participate in continuous improvement of hardware development processes

YOUR PROFILE

You hold a Masters degree in Electronics or equivalent and have significant experience in hardware development.

Requirements

• Strong experience in analog and mixed-signal electronics

• Proven experience in end-to-end electronic board development

• Solid experience with PCB design tools especially Altium

• Experience in industrialization and production transfer

• Ability to work in high-performance and regulated environments (aerospace space automotive medical etc.)

• Good understanding of hardware development constraints (performance reliability manufacturability)

• Autonomous and proactive mindset with strong problem-solving skills

• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary and international environment

Nice to have

• Experience with RF antenna systems or high-frequency electronics

• Experience in satellite communications or aerospace environments

• Exposure to complex systems with strong reliability constraints

Languages

• Fluent English is mandatory

WHY JOIN US

At Fortil we implement concrete levers to support your growth and ensure a stimulating work environment:

• Continuous support for skill development

• An ecosystem that encourages stepping out of your comfort zone

• The opportunity to become a shareholder

• Engagement in social and community projects

• A dedicated parental support policy

Fortil is committed to equal opportunities. All our positions are open to people with disabilities regardless of gender origin or sexual orientation.