Senior Hardware Engineer (Electrical Engineer)

Senior Hardware Engineer (Electrical Engineer) (OOJ - 38203)

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update Last updated: Jul/30/2025

Job Description

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Hardware Engineer (Electrical Engineer) to lead all

electrical engineering activities for our access control hardware products. This role

requires a seasoned professional who can design robust, compliant electrical systems that

perform reliably in demanding environments. You will work closely with our Senior Mechanical

Engineer to deliver integrated hardware solutions, owning all aspects of electrical design from

component selection through production validation.

We are committed to building products that redefine access control through innovative

hardware design and intelligent software integration. Join us in creating the future of secure,

seamless access experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Own end-to-end electrical design for all access control hardware products, from

concept through production

Lead component selection and qualification based on performance, reliability, and

cost optimization criteria

Design and optimize PCB schematics and layouts for manufacturability, signal

integrity, and thermal performance

Drive electrical Design for Manufacturing (DFM) initiatives to ensure robust, scalable

production processes

Execute comprehensive electrical validation programs including functional,

performance, and reliability testing

Manage compliance activities including EMC testing, FCC certification, and

international regulatory requirements

Collaborate closely with Mechanical Engineering on integrated system design,

thermal management, and mechanical constraints

Conduct failure analysis and root cause investigations with statistical rigor and

documented corrective actions

Develop and execute validation plans with quantitative pass/fail criteria and statistical

quality thresholds

Mentor junior engineers and establish electrical engineering best practices and design

standards

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

7-10 years of electrical engineering experience in electronics product development

Proven track record designing electrical systems for products deployed in diverse

environmental conditions

Advanced proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout tools (Altium Designer,

KiCad, or equivalent)

Strong background in analog and digital circuit design, power management, and signal

integrity

Experience with component selection including reliability analysis, qualification

testing, and supply chain considerations

Knowledge of EMC/EMI design principles and experience with compliance testing and

certification processes

Proficiency in electrical validation including automated test equipment, data

acquisition, and statistical analysis

Expertise in Design for Manufacturing including assembly processes, test strategies,

and yield optimization

Experience with microcontrollers, embedded systems, and firmware integration

considerations

Knowledge of power electronics including switching regulators, battery management,

and thermal considerations

Experience with failure analysis tools including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers,

and thermal imaging

High-speed digital design experience with DDR, USB, Ethernet, and other

communication interfaces

Camera and imaging system integration including sensor interfaces, optics, and

image processing pipelines

Project management experience with ability to coordinate multiple concurrent design

projects

Excellent communication skills for technical documentation and cross-functional

collaboration

Strong documentation skills for design reviews, compliance submissions, and

technical specifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Preferred Qualifications

RF antenna design experience including impedance matching, radiation patterns, and

integration challenges

Wireless communication protocols experience (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular) and

regulatory compliance

Knowledge of cybersecurity considerations for connected devices and secure boot

implementations

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Why is This a Great Opportunity :

Series B company with great wealth event. #1 in their domaine.

Visa sponsorship provided:

No

Location:

San Jose, CA, California, USA

Remote Status:

No Remote

Pay Type:

Annual Salary

Occupational Categories:

Engineering/ Manufacturing/ Production/ Operations

Industry(ies):

Information Technology