8,744 Hardware Engineering jobs in the United States

Aerospace & Defense startup currently in Stealth based in El Segundo, made up of former SpaceX, Anduril, and Lockheed engineers, applying the SpaceX model to mass produce life-saving systems. Backed by joint staff level military leadership and several major SV firms, their first product is designed for immediate deployment around the world starting with Ukraine where the need is critical.

Job Overview :

We are seeking an experienced engineering leader with an extensive background in mechanical and electromechanical design, ideally with strong rocket and/or missile systems experience. This individual should excel in managing large programs and technical responsibilities while mentoring across various disciplines. The role involves steering technical design, program management, test execution, and daily engineering decision-making. It is a full-time leadership position requiring hands-on involvement in engineering challenges and delivering company objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a mechanical team of 5-10 engineers, executing on ambitious timelines with startup resources.
• Engage deeply with design, fabrication, and testing challenges, holding individuals accountable while fostering learning and initiative.
• Serve as the hiring manager for the mechanical and electrical engineering teams.
• Lead team meetings and collaborate with leads across multiple teams to ensure project deadlines are met.
• Work with the executive team to set and manage system requirements, timelines, and execution as the Responsible Engineer for hardware success.
• Lead from the front, pushing a rigorous development cycle while addressing staff needs and concerns.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years as an individual contributor/responsible engineer with extensive technical expertise.
• 3+ years in leadership roles within fast-paced, innovative aerospace or technology organizations.
• 3+ years of experience in aerospace, preferably with missile or rocket systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering.
• Proven track record of motivating teams and delivering results.
• Experience from design and development through scaled manufacturing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering.
• 5+ years experience in startups.
• 5+ years in management within flat organizational structures.
• Experience in business development, budgeting, and planning.
• Hobbies include machining, soldering, flying drones or rockets, and a desire for work that aligns with these interests.

Location: San Jose, California (3 days on-site)

Duration: 6-12+ months

Experienced electrical engineer to perform high-speed electronic design and lead one or two projects. The technical leader will manage design projects- no direct people management- coordinate activities, keep timelines on track for deadlines, interface with.

Aerospace & Defense startup currently in Stealth based in El Segundo, made up of former SpaceX, Anduril, and Lockheed engineers, applying their knowledge to produce life-saving systems. Backed by joint staff level military leadership and several major SV firms. Our first product is designed for immediate deployment around the world.

We are seeking an experienced engineering leader with an extensive background in mechanical and electromechanical design ideally with strong rocket and/or missile systems experience. This individual should excel with large programmatic and technical responsibility while mentoring across a wide array of disciplines. The role will be responsible for steering technical design, program management, test execution, and day-to-day engineering decisionmaking. This will be a full time+ leadership role leading the team from the front by diving into engineering challenges and executing on company deliverables.

Management-the manager will oversee a mechanical team of 5-10 hard working and talented engineers executing on ambitious timelines with startup scale resources.

He/she should be capable of diving into the weeds of individual design, fabrication, or test challenges and of holding individuals accountable while encouraging learning and initiative.

The hiring manager for the startup's mechanical and electrical engineering teams.

Lead team meetings, and partner with leads across multiple teams to make sure that all project deadlines are met.

Technical Direction-the manager will work with the executive team to set and manage system requirements, timelines, and execution and will be the Responsible Engineer for hardware success.

Pace-the team works exceptionally hard and the manager will be expected to lead from the front-pushing a hardcore development cycle while ensuring staff's needs are met and concerns are addressed.

7+ years as exceptional engineering individual contributor/responsible engineer and 3+ years experience in leadership at fast-paced and innovative engineering-led aerospace/technology organization

3+ years working in aerospace, ideally with missile or rocket systems

Bachelors in Mechanical, Electrical or Aerospace engineering

Exceptional character-has the track record of motivating teams.

Extensive experience from design and development to scaled manufacturing

Masters in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace engineering.

5+ years at startups

5+ years in management at a flat organization

Experience in business development, budgeting, and planning

Machines/ solders/ flies drones/ rockets are hobbies and wishes their work was more like that

Overview:

Lutron is seeking an experienced Hardware Engineering Manager for our Boston, MA engineering office. In this position, you will lead a group of talented hardware engineers in major cross-functional initiatives to create world-class, smart lighting and lighting control products. You will be the champion for hardware engineering in Boston. In coordination with senior leadership, you will help chart a course to grow the Boston hardware engineering function. In this role, you will be a key leader within our engineering team, developing innovative and high-quality products that help maintain our position as a worldwide leader. Your contributions will shape the landscape of residential and commercial environments, offering not only ambitious objectives but also the satisfaction of surpassing them.

Be part of a team that thrives on shared experiences and continuous learning during a transformative period in the lighting industry. We are always seeking to develop new innovations and product concepts, as well as discover new technologies and process improvement methods. This pivotal role fosters people development that leads to product development, creating a lasting impact.

• Lead a cross-functional product team, bringing together hardware and software engineering and high-volume manufacturing to develop advanced products
• Facilitate the design of maintainable, elegant, and lasting solutions to meet a wide variety of requirements and feature sets
• Lead a team of highly skilled engineering professionals to deliver top-quality software/hardware to the end user
• Architect efficient, scalable, and cost-effective chassis upon which world-class lighting products can easily be built
• Mentor and coach colleagues to expand the effectiveness of those around you
• Assure a high standard of quality in your own work and in the work of your team via good design practices, process improvements, clean designs, and smart testing and review practices

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical, Computer, Mechanical or Electronics Engineering
• Minimum, cumulative GPA of 3.00 for all degrees earned
• At least 10 years of relevant industry experience
• Proven technical depth and hands-on experience in at least one of these areas: analog or power electronics, embedded hardware / software development
• Experience leading teams and managing engineers

Lutron Electronics position as the worldwide leader in innovative lighting control and shading solutions has enabled consistent, annual growth. Our company has cultivated a reputation of unsurpassed quality, a broad range of technologies and product offerings, and a strong commitment to servicing our worldwide customers. This has allowed the company to invest in developing new technologies and services, expand our technical capabilities and global presence, and to find and retain the best talent. Build your career with Lutron where you will enjoy competitive compensation and benefits while exploring many options for continued growth and education. Make a difference every day in our dynamic, people-centric, technology-driven organization. For more information, view our website at

Lutron Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome qualified, motivated applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics

• Hardware Design: Design, develop, and test Connectivity hardware systems, including microcontrollers, sensors, wireless communication modules (5G, BT, Wi-Fi, BLE, NFC, UWB), and power management circuits while maintaining module performance and signal integrity.
• Architecture Design: Create detailed system architectures, schematics, layouts, and thermal analysis to ensure system performance requirements.
• System Integration: Collaborate with vehicle integration and packaging teams to integrate digital key hardware systems into the broader vehicle electrical architecture ensuring optimal performance considering design constraints and tradeoffs.
• Testing Plan: Contribute with the elaboration of Sanity and Deep Dive Tests Plan in component and vehicle levels.
• Prototyping & Testing: Develop and validate prototypes, conduct rigorous testing, and ensure hardware meets function, signal integrity and performance requirements.
• Troubleshooting & Debugging: Provide troubleshooting support for hardware-related issues, performing root-cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams to ensure all program deliveries and dates are met for design releases, vehicle integration, DFMEAs, testing, defect resolution, and product launch.
• Technology Development: Stay abreast with the latest advancements in Connectivity technology and hardware design, in addition to recommending and implementing improvements to processes and products.
• Sourcing: Support selection and provide direction to CMs throughout development process.
• Compliance & Standards: Ensure all hardware designs comply with relevant industry standards (e.g., ISO/IEC, CE, FCC) and regulatory requirements.
• Communication: Report to senior leaders on project status, roadblocks, and escalation requests.

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent with extensive industry experience.
• 5+ years of management experience in hardware development
• 10+ years of experience in hardware design and testing.
• Expertise in 5G, BT, Wi-Fi, BLE, UWB, and NFC technologies with a strong understanding of their application in vehicle Connectivity systems.
• Strong proficiency in PCB design including schematics and layout using industry-standard tools (e.g., Xpedition, Altium, Eagle, KiCad).
• Experience with hardware debugging tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and signal generators.
• Knowledge of embedded systems design and microcontroller architectures (ARM, etc.).
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work through complex hardware and system issues.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple disciplines.

• 15+ years of experience in hardware design and testing.
• Master's degree in engineering related field.
• Knowledge of automotive or access control systems.
• Experience with wireless connectivity protocols, coexistence and desense techniques (e.g., BT, Wi-Fi, BLE, NFC, UWB).Familiarity with RF design and antenna systems.

Job Description

Hybrid: This means the successful candidate is expected to report to their primary location (Mountain View, CA OR Warren, MI) three times per week, at minimum.

The Role:

Connectivity plays a pivotal role in using and advancing technology to offer unparalleled customer experience and develop revenue generating streams while acting as cornerstone to offer safety critical, hands-free driving solutions in line with General Motors strong safety culture. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Connectivity Module Hardware Engineer with a strong background in 5G, BT, Wi-Fi, BLE, UWB, and NFC technologies. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of management experience in hardware development as well as hands-on experience in hardware design, including system architecture, schematics capture, thermal analysis, and layout related to power circuitry, PCB flooring plan, RF front end, etc. to develop best in class Connectivity systems for General Motors vehicles.

The Connectivity Module Hardware Engineering Manager will be responsible for managing a small team and leading the design, development, function/performance validation, and issue resolution, of hardware components and systems that support Connectivity technologies across all GM vehicles and architectures. This role is tightly coupled to cross-functional teams, including vehicle integration, product managers, and system engineers, to create secure and reliable Connectivity solutions and assist in defining future technology roadmaps and resolution of issues that arise throughout development and production.

What Youll do:

• Hardware Design: Design, develop, and test Connectivity hardware systems, including microcontrollers, sensors, wireless communication modules (5G, BT, Wi-Fi, BLE, NFC, UWB), and power management circuits while maintaining module performance and signal integrity.
• Architecture Design: Create detailed system architectures, schematics, layouts, and thermal analysis to ensure system performance requirements.
• System Integration: Collaborate with vehicle integration and packaging teams to integrate digital key hardware systems into the broader vehicle electrical architecture ensuring optimal performance considering design constraints and tradeoffs.
• Testing Plan: Contribute with the elaboration of Sanity and Deep Dive Tests Plan in component and vehicle levels.
• Prototyping & Testing: Develop and validate prototypes, conduct rigorous testing, and ensure hardware meets function, signal integrity and performance requirements.
• Troubleshooting & Debugging: Provide troubleshooting support for hardware-related issues, performing root-cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams to ensure all program deliveries and dates are met for design releases, vehicle integration, DFMEAs, testing, defect resolution, and product launch.
• Technology Development: Stay abreast with the latest advancements in Connectivity technology and hardware design, in addition to recommending and implementing improvements to processes and products.
• Sourcing: Support selection and provide direction to CMs throughout development process.
• Compliance & Standards: Ensure all hardware designs comply with relevant industry standards (e.g., ISO/IEC, CE, FCC) and regulatory requirements.
• Communication: Report to senior leaders on project status, roadblocks, and escalation requests.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Minimum of a bachelors degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent with extensive industry experience.
• 5+ years of management experience in hardware development
• 10+ years of experience in hardware design and testing.
• Expertise in 5G, BT, Wi-Fi, BLE, UWB, and NFC technologies with a strong understanding of their application in vehicle Connectivity systems.
• Strong proficiency in PCB design including schematics and layout using industry-standard tools (e.g., Xpedition, Altium, Eagle, KiCad).
• Experience with hardware debugging tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and signal generators.
• Knowledge of embedded systems design and microcontroller architectures (ARM, etc.).
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work through complex hardware and system issues.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple disciplines.

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Skills)

• 15+ years of experience in hardware design and testing.
• Masters degree in engineering related field.
• Knowledge of automotive or access control systems.
• Experience with wireless connectivity protocols, coexistence and desense techniques (e.g., BT, Wi-Fi, BLE, NFC, UWB).Familiarity with RF design and antenna systems.

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

Company Vehicle: Upon successful completion of a motor vehicle report review, you will be eligibleto participate in a company vehicle evaluation program, through which you will be assigned aGeneral Motors vehicle to drive and evaluate. Note: program participants are required topurchase/lease a qualifying GM vehicle every four years unless one of a limited number ofexceptions applies.

Compensation: The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The compensation may not be representative for positions located outside of the California Bay Area.

The salary range for this role is $ $168,000 - 258,800.00. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

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We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day individually and collectively to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

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Position Summary:
This position will functionally manage a Mechanical team of around 10 people located in USA and India. The Manager, Hardware Engineering will work within the Dover Fueling Solutions Regional Engineering team (North America) delivering product to DFS business unit and will report directly to the Director of Hardware Engineering for North America. As a working manager, the successful candidate will both contribute to product design and lead the design team. This position will be based on our Austin, Texas campus.

Key Responsibilities:
Oversee planning and execution of one of the Mechanical team developments executed and products maintained by the appropriate team members
Design develop, and document (using 3D CAD software) new and existing dispenser components and modules
Fabricate and assemble prototype components and modules
Develop design verification test methods
Manage one (or multiple) dispenser product line projects; liaise with electronics and software design departments, Manufacturing and Purchasing
Participate in the integration of the hardware modules in the final platform and product
Participate in field support and maintenance of the systems
Provide full Technical Documentation for all developments
Develop KPIs to demonstrate and improve team efficiency and product quality and time-to-market
Coach, mentor, and oversee team's professional growth in terms of dispenser design; HW development processes (e. g. reviews, specs, designs, unit tests, engineering testing, etc.); documentation; and quality
Identify innovation ideas and spot cost reduction potentials in Manufacturing
Create detailed milestone and resource planning for all projects
Maintain department planning related to overhead, issue resolution, legacy support, NPD
Manage reporting demands that include weekly highlights report
Participate in weekly department meetings to review progress on status (target dates versus actual); other strategic issues; required investments; general department/team member issues; unforeseen delays and/or problems
Identify and implement processes, policies and procedures that optimize internal and external customer experience and operational effectiveness of the organization
Develop and lead initiatives to ensure continuous improvement in operating processes across the team and Engineering organization including establishing best practices that will provide a competitive advantage through NPI, Sustaining Product Support, Lifecycle Data Management, etc.
Drive a culture of root cause analysis and collaboration to drive appropriate corrective actions regardless of where the problems lie; hold team accountable to use hard data and metrics to support assumptions
Develop effective and sustainable partnerships with all key stakeholders in support of quality performance metrics through benchmarking, assessments and best practices
Recruit, develop, and retain a world-class team
Ability to work effectively with employees at every level, blue-collar thru executive-level employees
Engage on special projects as required

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Candidate Experience and Qualification:
Bachelors degree in Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineering with a minimum 10 years of experience or equivalent combination of education & experience and out of which minimum 3-5 years in people management.
Prior experience in leading and developing an Engineering development team
Practical experience in the following: Fabricated and formed sheet metal parts
- Fluid handling components made from cast metal (sand cast, die cast aluminum and grey iron)
- Injection molded plastic and elastomeric parts
- Machined aluminum, steel and plastic parts
- Fluid handling systems
Demonstrated effective leadership, results oriented, and strong work ethic
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
Ability to influence others, regardless of reporting authority
Excellent analysis and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of UL hazardous area zoning requirements for fuel dispensers
Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD, PDM and ERP systems
Experience working in a manufacturing environment
Experience working in experimental/machine shops
Experience working on cross-functional design teams
Experience in a global environment a plus
Multidisciplinary engineering knowledge