Hardware Engineer W2 role

Role: Hardware Engineer
Work location:  Mountain View CA
Interview: Phone/Video
Job Type: Contract (C2C/W2)
 

Job Description:
We are looking for a Hardware Engineer to join the Hardware Platform Development team. This role focuses on the design development validation and support of Electronic Control Units (ECUs) and related electrical/electronic hardware systems for next-generation vehicles.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in automotive hardware development including board level design schematic/layout review and system bring-up. This position collaborates closely with software engineers validation teams and suppliers to ensure robust production-ready EE platforms

Key Responsibilities:
Hardware Development (80%)
   Design and develop ECU hardware solutions in collaboration with cross-functional teams
   Review and validate schematics layouts and component selections
   Support hardware bring-up system integration and functional validation
   Develop and maintain detailed hardware documentation (design specs BOMs schematics test plans)
   Work closely with software engineers to support low-level integration and debugging
   Participate in failure analysis and root cause investigations
   Interface with external suppliers and contract manufacturers on hardware builds
   Ensure compliance with internal design standards industry regulations and automotive quality processes

Operational Management - (20%)
   Assist with production and manufacturing test development for ECU hardware
   Support prototype and pre-production builds including rework and hardware modifications
   Monitor and report on technical risks delivery timelines and quality issues
   Contribute to team knowledge sharing and continuous improvement of development processes

What are the Mandatory skills and skill proficiencies required for this position
   Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering Electronics Engineering or a related field
   Experience in design and development of ECUs or embedded electronic systems
   Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout tools
   Experience with hardware bring-up board-level debugging and validation
   Familiarity with automotive communication protocols: CAN LIN FlexRay Ethernet
   Hands-on experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes logic analyzers multimeters power supplies)
   Understanding of functional safety (ISO 26262) and EMI/EMC considerations

What are the Optional skills and skill proficiencies for this position 
   Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering Electronics Engineering or a related field
   Knowledge of connected vehicle infotainment and communication software systems
   Knowledge of DFMEA DVP&R and other automotive quality processes

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract