471 Hardware Design jobs in the United States

Piper Companies is seeking a Hardware Design Engineer to work on-site in Morrisville, NC Monday through Friday . The ideal Hardware Design Engineer has extensive experience in digital board design for telecommunications products, focusing on PCB-level design and system integration.

Responsibilities of the Hardware Design Engineer:

• Lead the digital board design and development of hardware components and systems, ensuring they meet performance, quality, and cost objectives.
• Participate in all stages of hardware development, from definition and design to qualification and product release.
• Oversee the entire board processing and manufacturing lifecycle, from prototyping to mass production.
• Use Cadence Concept, Allegro, and Orcad for schematic capture.
• Conduct thorough testing and validation of hardware designs to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Qualifications of the Hardware Design Engineer:

• 5+ years' experience in digital circuit board design and system-level development, with a focus on high reliability products
• Skilled in using Cadence Concept, Allegro, and OrCAD for schematic capture
• Proficiency with test and debug tools such as telecom traffic generators, logic analyzers, signal analyzers and oscilloscopes
• BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Must be eligible to work in the United States and obtain and maintain an Active U.S. Government Secret Clearance

Compensation for the Hardware Design Engineer:

• Salary Range: $125,000 - $145,000 annually.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave as required by law, and Holidays.

This job opens for applications on 5/30/2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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Hardware Design Engineer

Job Locations

US-AL-HUNTSVILLE

ID

2025-4576

Category

Engineering & Science

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

Opportunity

PeopleTec is currently seeking a Mid/Senior-Level Hardware Design Engineer to support our Huntsville, AL location.

We are seeking a Hardware Design Engineer to join our team at PeopleTec. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with a small team on a broad range of projects, both in laboratory and advanced manufacturing environments, challenging you to learn and grow in your career. Collaborating with other designers, test engineers, and manufacturing experts, you will apply your education, experience, and expertise to develop and evaluate innovative technologies designed to thrive in rugged military environments. You will work with a team to mature these technologies to production for high-reliability DoD applications.

Duties:

Design custom PCBs with large FPGA and microcontroller components for the evaluation, development, and test of digital IPs.
• Participate in component selection integral to custom PCB development that includes ruggedness for environmental testing.
• Work with a team to develop FPGA designs and firmware for components.
• Prepare technical and progress reports on assigned tasks, develop specifications, evaluate suppliers, and analyze test reports.
• Coordinate with other disciplines such as Manufacturing, Quality Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Procurement.
• Develop, test, and evaluate new and innovative technology solutions for survival in DoD-relevant hostile environments.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Experience:

• 5+ years of professional experience
• 3+ years of PCB design experience
• Experience with Altium PCB design tools
• PCB design experience with component selection, schematic capture, layout, and release to fab
• RAM experience
• Experience establishing and implementing technical requirements
• Experience developing and reviewing engineering drawings and/or specifications
• Experience troubleshooting and debugging complex digital systems
• This position is not suitable for remote work.
• Travel: 10 %
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Candidates must be able to obtain a Secret clearance, with the ability to be nominated for and granted access to additional programs, and must maintain this level of clearance throughout their employment. Final Secret (or higher) clearance must be obtained within 6 months of employment or enrolled in Continuous Vetting (CV).

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or relevant field

Desired Skills :

• Experience designing PCBs to meet military standards and specifications
• Familiarity with the selection/application of FPGA components in systems design
• PCB design experience with DDR memory
• Experience with Xilinx and Microchip SoC FPGAs
• DOD Top Secret clearance or SCI access (preferred)

Overview

People First. Technology Always.

PeopleTec, Inc. is an employee-owned small business founded in Huntsville, AL that provides exceptional customer support by employing and retaining a highly skilled workforce.

Culture: The name "PeopleTec" was deliberately chosen to remind us of our core value system - our people. Our company's foundation was built on placing our employees and customers first. With an award-winning atmosphere, we have matured into a company that boasts the best and brightest across multiple technical fields.

Career: At PeopleTec, we value your long-term goals. Whether it's through our continuing-education opportunities, our robust training programs, or our "People First" benefits package, PeopleTec truly believes that our best investments are our people.

Come Experience It.

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EEO Statement

PeopleTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following email address, and/or phone number ( ) to contact us about your interest in employment with PeopleTec, Inc.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. PeopleTec, Inc. participates in E-Verify.

Hardware Design Engineer

Long Branch, New Jersey

Full Time

The electrical/electronics engineer will be responsible for the design, development, test, and technical documentation of hardware designs within the Life Safety organization. The engineer will be responsible for collaborating with other engineers to ensure alignment with our design methodology and best practices.

Technical expertise:
• Collaborate closely with the various engineering groups within our Client engineering pool emphasizing design reuse and fast project execution.
• Collaborate closely with the firmware and Mechanical engineering team members to ensure alignment.
• Follow best practices for requirements and data management, schematics, layout, design for manufacturing, design for test, design for modularity, testing including test automation, and regulatory standards.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation that utilizes digital tools such as Jira, Jama, Confluence, .
• Discuss and explore different alternatives for solving complex technical challenges.

Electronics Verification and Testing:
• Develop and implement hardware test strategies, plans, and procedures.
• Support hardware verification activities, including specification reviews, design reviews, schematics/layout reviews, integration tests, environmental testing, ad hoc debugging, and HW/FW interface debugging.
• Work with test engineer in writing and executing HW tests while ensuring alignment with project goals and quality standards.
• Observe existing processes and making recommendations for improvement.

Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar engineering degree
• Minimum of 3 years of electronics design experience.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the US without sponsorship now and in the future.
• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates residing in a 50-mile radius of Long Branch, NJ will be considered. Active-duty military members are exempt from this geographical limitation.

Skills:
• Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity with fire alarm systems, emergency communication devices, and related protocols is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Job Title: Hardware Design Engineer

About the Role:

We are seeking a talented and driven Hardware Design Engineer to join our innovative team in Vernon Hills, IL . In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end design and development of mixed signal hardware systems , with a primary focus on hardware board design . You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance, reliable, and scalable hardware solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop mixed signal circuitry , including analog and digital components.
• Select and specify appropriate components and parts based on design requirements.
• Lead and contribute to hardware board design , including schematic capture , PCB layout , and prototype validation .
• Perform testing, debugging, and verification of hardware to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Work collaboratively with software, mechanical, and test engineers to support seamless hardware-software integration .
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications , test plans , and validation reports .
• Stay current with emerging hardware technologies and best practices to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience in mixed signal circuit design .
• Strong understanding of PCB layout principles , hardware debugging, and validation techniques.
• Proficient in using hardware design and simulation tools (e.g., Altium, OrCAD, SPICE).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work well in a collaborative team environment .

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience with high-speed digital design , signal integrity , and power integrity analysis .
• Familiarity with compliance standards (e.g., FCC, CE) and EMI/EMC design considerations .
• Experience working in regulated industries or with product certification processes.

Hardware Design Engineer 5

Job Summary: Talent Software Services is in search of a Hardware Design Engineer for a contract position in Redmond, WA. The opportunity will be six months with a strong chance for a long-term extension.

Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Purpose of the Team: The team focuses on designing verifications for OVL programs (OVL1 and OVL3) and various designs in host networking groups.
• Key projects: Verification designs and writing test bench code.
• Performance will be assessed based on the quality of work and meeting deadlines.

Compelling Story & Candidate Value Proposition

• What makes this role interesting?
  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology.
  • Chance to showcase advanced skills and upgrade the test branch.
• Unique Selling Points:
  • Opportunity to improve and learn new skills, become a significant contributor.

Typical Task Breakdown and Operating Rhythm

• 60% writing test bench code and related code.
• 20% debugging waveforms and logs.
• 20% collecting coverage data, reading design documents, and meeting with designers to collect updates, provide updates, and write code extensively.

Qualifications:

• Years of Experience Required: 8-15 years of experience in the field.
• Degrees or Certifications: A Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Has verification experience with UVM (Universal Verification Methodology).
• System dialogue and networking experience, including packet processing.
• Experience with Ethernet, TCP, IP.
• Minimum 8-12 years of experience with UVM (Universal Verification Methodology).
• Minimum 8-12 years of experience with system verification log skills.
• Minimum 8-12 years of experience with networking knowledge, including packet processing, TCP, IP, UDP, and various types of packet flows.

If this job is a match for your background, we would be honored to receive your application!

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**Calling all innovators - find your future at Fiserv.**
We're Fiserv, a global leader in Fintech and payments, and we move money and information in a way that moves the world. We connect financial institutions, corporations, merchants and consumers to one another millions of times a day - quickly, reliably, and securely. Any time you swipe your credit card, pay through a mobile app, or withdraw money from the bank, we're involved. If you want to make an impact on a global scale, come make a difference at Fiserv.
**Job Title**
Hardware Design Engineer
**What does a successful Hardware Engineer do at Fiserv?**
Join our team to develop next-generation smart payment terminals and POS devices that power billions of dollars in transactions. You'll play a key role in designing reliable, secure, and innovative hardware solutions that meet the highest industry standards while pushing the boundaries of POS technology.
**What you will do:**
+ Lead hardware design efforts, collaborating with JDM partners from concept to mass production.
+ Design and optimize high-speed communication interfaces, battery-powered systems, and touchscreen/display integrations.
+ Develop and execute test plans to validate and refine hardware performance, ensuring high reliability.
+ Drive system integration, applying Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT) best practices.
+ Conduct hands-on prototype bring-up, debugging, functional verification, and manufacturing support.
+ Oversee LTE, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi product design, including antenna integration, EMI/ESD mitigation, and PCB routing.
+ Review and approve schematics and PCB layouts (Cadence/Allegro or similar).
+ Manage offshore ODM partners to ensure efficient high-volume production with strict quality standards.
+ Provide on-site support at manufacturing facilities during NPI to oversee builds and testing.
**What you will need to have:**
+ BS in Electrical Engineering (EE) required.
+ 6+ years of experience in wireless consumer electronics or embedded system design.
+ Expertise in high-speed communication protocols, battery-powered system design, display and touchscreen integration, analog/digital audio design, and PCB/flex circuit technologies.
+ Strong electrical engineering fundamentals with a proven track record of shipping high-volume products.
+ Deep understanding of system integration, design for manufacturing (DFM), and design for test (DFT).
+ Hands-on experience with prototype bring-up, debugging, functional verification, and manufacturing support.
+ Knowledge of LTE, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi product design, including antenna integration, EMI/ESD mitigation, and PCB routing.
+ Proficiency in schematics, PCB layout review (Cadence/Allegro or similar tools), and RF/hardware lab equipment.
+ Prior experience managing offshore ODMs to drive high-volume production.
**What would be great to have:**
+ Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
+ Experience developing Android-based hardware solutions
**How you'll work:**
+ Fiserv emphasizes in-person collaboration to help you grow your career while shaping the future of fintech, this role is on-site.
+ This role requires the ability to travel internationally.
**Sponsorship:**
+ In order to be considered, you must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
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**Salary Range**
$124,300.00 - $213,100.00
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For incentive eligible associates, the successful candidate is eligible for an annual incentive opportunity which may be delivered as a mix of cash bonus and equity awards in the Company's sole discretion.
Thank you for considering employment with Fiserv. Please:
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Fiserv is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law.
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Hardware Design Engineer
Job Description
This position is responsible for supporting system integration through the design and troubleshooting of peripheral circuitry or digital interfaces for FPGA or micro-controller based embedded systems.
Responsibilities
+ Design and troubleshoot peripheral circuitry or digital interfaces for FPGA and micro-controllers.
+ Document designs with digital interfaces for system architecture and design specifications.
+ Provide proof of concept through simulations and evaluation boards on a case-by-case basis.
+ Support schematic capture and board layout involving FPGA, microprocessors, and their peripheral circuitry or digital interfaces.
+ Conduct post-layout signal integrity simulations on high-speed digital interfaces within or between modules.
+ Assist in system integration, system/acceptance testing with focus on digital interface functionality, troubleshooting, and analysis.
+ Support the development of test and repair procedures for production.
+ Design with a focus on cost efficiency and schedule adherence for high volume manufacturability.
+ Assist in qualification, reliability analysis, and testing of systems.
Essential Skills
+ EMMC
+ Systems Integration
+ Troubleshooting
+ Digital Circuit Design
+ Documenting system architecture and design specifications
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Experience with digital interfaces such as DDR4, flash memory, SPI, I2C, JTAG, CAN bus.
+ Knowledge of digital signaling including TTL, LVTTL, CMOS, LVCMOS, PECL, LVPECL, LVDS.
+ Proficiency in using digital oscilloscopes and exposure to spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and power supplies.
+ Understanding of DSP and wireless communication theory.
Work Environment
Onsite office/lab setting, working as part of the Research and Development team focused on upgrading products for major telecommunications companies.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $64.90 - $64.90/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in El Segundo,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email (% ) for other accommodation options.

Hardware Design Engineer
Job Description
This position is responsible for supporting system integration through the design and troubleshooting of peripheral circuitry or digital interfaces for FPGA or micro-controller based embedded systems.
Responsibilities
+ Design and troubleshoot peripheral circuitry or digital interfaces for FPGA and micro-controllers.
+ Document designs with digital interfaces for system architecture and design specifications.
+ Provide proof of concept through simulations and evaluation boards on a case-by-case basis.
+ Support schematic capture and board layout involving FPGA, microprocessors, and their peripheral circuitry or digital interfaces.
+ Conduct post-layout signal integrity simulations on high-speed digital interfaces within or between modules.
+ Assist in system integration, system/acceptance testing with focus on digital interface functionality, troubleshooting, and analysis.
+ Support the development of test and repair procedures for production.
+ Design with a focus on cost efficiency and schedule adherence for high volume manufacturability.
+ Assist in qualification, reliability analysis, and testing of systems.
Essential Skills
+ EMMC
+ Systems Integration
+ Troubleshooting
+ Digital Circuit Design
+ Documenting system architecture and design specifications
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Experience with digital interfaces such as DDR4, flash memory, SPI, I2C, JTAG, CAN bus.
+ Knowledge of digital signaling including TTL, LVTTL, CMOS, LVCMOS, PECL, LVPECL, LVDS.
+ Proficiency in using digital oscilloscopes and exposure to spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and power supplies.
+ Understanding of DSP and wireless communication theory.
Work Environment
Onsite office/lab setting, working as part of the Research and Development team focused on upgrading products for major telecommunications companies.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $64.90 - $64.90/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in El Segundo,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email (% ) for other accommodation options.

**Duration:** **12 Months**
**Job Description:**
+ Join client Automation Solutions and be part of a team that s shaping the future of industries worldwide through innovative process automation systems. Our cutting-edge technologies help industries operate more efficiently, sustainably, and safely. From optimizing energy use to ensuring the consistent quality of essential goods, client solutions are integral to the global infrastructure. Here, your work will contribute to a smarter, greener future where automation enhances everyday life and paves the way for sustainable growth.
+ We are seeking a highly skilled Hardware Design Engineer with expertise in Functional Safety to lead the development of high-availability electronic systems. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that hardware designs meet industry safety standards such as IEC 61508.
+ As a key technical leader, you will work on the design, analysis, validation, and certification of safety-critical electronic products. You will collaborate with system architects, hardware engineers, firmware engineers, reliability teams, and compliance specialists to develop solutions that meet the highest safety and reliability standards.
**Key Responsibilities:**
**As a PCB Design Engineer, you will:**
+ Lead the design, development, and validation of complex, mixed-signal electronic hardware systems that comply with Functional Safety requirements for industrial automation industry.
+ Work closely with embedded software engineers to ensure safety-critical hardware-software interaction.
+ Conduct design reviews, reliability testing, and safety analysis to ensure product robustness.
+ Define safety requirements, hazard analysis, and risk assessments in accordance with industry standards.
+ Perform Failure Modes, Effects, and Diagnostic Analysis (FMEDA) and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) to ensure fault tolerant hardware design.
+ Implement redundancy, fail-safe mechanisms, fault detection, and diagnostic features in hardware products.
+ Collaborate with certification bodies to show compliance with functional safety standards.
+ Implement system-level safety concepts, including safety integrity levels and hardware fault tolerance requirements.
+ Keep up to date with the latest industry trends, regulations, and emerging technologies.
**Qualifications:**
+ Strong knowledge of Functional Safety standards
+ Experience in safety-critical electronic system design, including redundancy, fault detection, and mitigation techniques.
+ Proficiency in hardware safety analysis methods.
+ Hands-on experience with EMC, thermal, and environmental testing for safety-critical systems.
+ Expertise in PCB design tools and simulation tools
+ Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex hardware issues.
+ Experience working with certification agencies and regulatory bodies.
**Education:**
+ Bachelor's degree in computer/electrical engineering or a related STEM degree and 8 or more years of relevant experience Or Master's degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering or a related STEM degree and 7 or more years of relevant experience.
**Preferred Education, Experience & Skills:**
+ Familiarity with embedded systems, microcontrollers, microprocessors, and high-speed digital electronics.
+ Experience with regulatory documentation and reporting.
+ Understanding or experience with Distributed Control Systems or Safety Instrumented Systems
**Who You Are:**
+ You readily learn and adopt new technologies. You step up to handle tough issues. You effectively handle risk. You partner with others to get work done. You provide timely and helpful information to individuals across the organization.
**About US Tech Solutions:**
US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit ( .
US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.