Job Description

Role: Hardware Engineer

Work location: Mountain View, CA

Interview: Phone/Video

Job Type: Contract (C2C/W2)

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?

• Bachelor’s 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?

• Master’s 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.