Staff Hardware Engineer

HP Tuners LLC•Buffalo Grove, IL

36m•$140,000 - $170,000•Onsite

About The Position

HP Tuners is currently seeking a full-time Staff Hardware Engineer to join our team in Buffalo Grove, IL. At HP Tuners, we develop hardware and software products to suite the aftermarket needs of automotive enthusiasts. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hardware design and development, with a proven track record of taking projects from concept to production. This role requires a combination of technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams. This is an on-site position and requires the candidate to work in our Buffalo Grove, IL office (relocation assistance is available).

Requirements

10+ years of hands-on experience and a proven track record in hardware development
10+ years of PCB design experience using ECAD tools (Altium Designer or similar)
5+ years of hands-on PCB layout experience; Of those, at least 3 years of hands-on experience within the last 10
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or equivalent experience
Proven track record of technical leadership
Demonstration of a successful track record in managing complex problems and successfully providing innovative solutions
Extensive circuit prototyping experience
Circuit testing and debugging skills
Circuit simulation experience
Experience with advanced PCB design skills such as Impedance Control and Length Matching
Friendly, flexible, and a team player
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work autonomously while meeting required deadlines
Good problem-solving skills
Open-minded, positive approach to problem solving and working with others
Proven experience working in a fast-paced environment to agreed upon timelines
Demonstration of excellent judgment and decision making abilities

Nice To Haves

Experience designing microcontroller/microprocessor-based systems
Experience taking a project from concept all the way to production
Ability to diagnose issues that may span hardware, firmware and system software
Experience with instrumentation like oscilloscopes, logic/protocol analyzers for debugging embedded systems at HW level
Experience with automotive OBD-II On-Board Diagnostics and Vehicle Communication protocols is a plus

Responsibilities

Develop innovative full system embedded architecture for new products
Lead the design and development of hardware projects from concept through production
Take into consideration and balance functional requirements, maintainability, reusability, scalability, extensibility and cost effectiveness
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software, mechanical, and sourcing to ensure seamless integration of hardware solutions
Perform schematic entry and layout using Altium Designer
Prepare PCB projects for manufacturing
Prototype and test new hardware designs
Debug and validate electronic circuits
Participate in the board bring-up process by working side-by-side with the firmware team
Being able to write proof of concept firmware applications is a plus
Mentor and provide technical guidance to fellow hardware engineers
Develop detailed design specifications, schematics, and documentation
Work with suppliers to source components and finished assemblies
Manage project requirements and deadlines. Work with the Project Management team on creating and maintaining project schedules
Develop and breakdown functional requirements into well-defined tasks
Perform peer design reviews
Provide expert technical input into product planning and concepts
Further knowledge of new development processes in the field and leverage new advancements when appropriate
Conduct technical research and studies into new technologies, providing recommendations to engineering management