Hardware Design Engineer Actalent - 3.5 Torrance, CA Job Details Temporary | Temp-to-hire $62 - $94 an hour 4 days ago Benefits Commuter assistance Health savings account AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Work from home Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Electronics design Microcontrollers Computer hardware Printed circuit board (PCB) layout Altium Designer Digital design

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Hardware Design Engineer Job Description We are seeking a skilled Hardware Design Engineer who will be responsible for circuit design, schematic review, and board layout design using Altium. You will conduct simulations using HFSS and will focus on redesigning existing projects to identify and resolve issues. You will work with boards ranging from 4 to 8 layers, occasionally handling 10-layer boards, and will take ownership of the hardware designs. Responsibilities Design and review circuit schematics. Layout design and review of printed circuit boards. Utilize Altium for designing circuits and conducting simulations using HFSS. Redesign existing hardware to identify and correct issues. Work with multi-layer boards, primarily between 4 to 8 layers. Own the hardware design process from conception to execution. Essential Skills Proficiency in digital design and hardware design. Experience with PCB layout and circuit design. Skilled in using Altium for PCB and circuit design. Familiarity with

DDR2/DDR3/DDR4

memory technologies. Experience with various peripherals such as HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C, and Ethernet. Experience interfacing with microcontrollers. Proficient in designing high-speed signals and interfaces. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with video or multimedia products. FPGA experience is an advantage. Work Environment The role is primarily on-site with flexible working arrangements. Engineers may work from home on Fridays or when necessary, provided core hours of 10:00am to 3:00pm are maintained. The team comprises 3-5 electrical engineers, 3-5 firmware and software engineers, 3 test engineers, and 2 mechanical engineers at the Torrance location, with an OEM team of 15 in Taiwan. The company promotes a startup energy with financial stability, offering opportunities for growth and involvement in various product developments. The work culture is supportive, with occasional company events and a flexible approach to working hours. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Torrance, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $62.00 - $94.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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 Torrance,CA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026. 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. 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 process due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.