Sr Hardware Engineer

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Sr Hardware Engineer

Job Description

Job Description:

The Senior Hardware Engineer will lead the design, development, validation, and production of advanced hardware systems and components. This role requires deep technical expertise combined with ownership of end-to-end hardware development, from concept through production. The individual will collaborate across cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and drive design excellence while ensuring compliance with global standards and product requirements.

The role demands strong problem-solving capabilities, system-level thinking, and the ability to lead complex technical initiatives, including architecture decisions, design trade-offs, and risk mitigation.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design and development of complex hardware systems and sub-systems aligned with product requirements and platform strategies.

Define hardware architecture, conduct feasibility studies, simulations, and design reviews to ensure optimal performance, cost, and reliability.

Drive collaboration with firmware, software, mechanical, and system engineering teams to ensure seamless product integration.

Own hardware validation, testing, and debugging activities, including root cause analysis and resolution of critical issues.

Establish and review technical documentation such as design specifications, schematics, BOMs, test plans, and compliance reports.

Guide junior engineers through design, review, and troubleshooting activities; provide technical mentorship.

Work closely with manufacturing, sourcing, and supplier teams to transition designs into production with high yield and quality.

Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., UL, IEC, CE, BIS, EMC/EMI).

Drive design optimization for cost, performance, power, and reliability.

Participate in failure analysis, field issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Stay updated with emerging technologies and lead innovation initiatives within the hardware domain.

Skills and Tools Required:

Advanced proficiency in PCB design tools such as Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro, or equivalent.

Strong expertise in digital and analog circuit design, including power electronics and embedded systems.

Deep understanding of high-speed interfaces and communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, USB, Ethernet, etc.).

Experience in signal integrity (SI), power integrity (PI), and EMI/EMC design considerations.

Hands-on debugging skills using lab equipment (oscilloscope, logic analyzer, spectrum analyzer, etc.).

Experience with version control systems (Git) and design lifecycle management.

Knowledge of DFx principles (DFM, DFT, DFA) and hardware reliability engineering.

Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and leadership skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Educational Requirements:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Computer Engineering.

Relevant certifications in hardware design, embedded systems, or compliance standards are an added advantage.

Experience:

6–9+ years of experience in hardware engineering or related fields.

Proven experience in leading hardware design projects from concept to production.

Mandatory Skills

Hardware Design , Embedded Systems , System Integration

Location

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Experience

6 to 9 years