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A Hardware Engineer designs and develops computer hardware such as circuit boards, chips, modems, and keyboards. Works with computer software engineers and developers to improve technology.
$124,237 / year median in Rhode Island
-5% projected decline
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Hardware Engineer Job Description The Hardware Engineer will be responsible for executing schematic capture and PCB design in Altium for fire detection and suppression controllers. This includes working on a new control board for the air replenishment system redesign and a new vehicle fire suppression controller. The engineer will implement, revise, and verify board designs while collaborating on architecture-level decisions and conducting DFMEA. Responsibilities Create and revise schematics and PCB layouts using Altium / Altium 365. Design mixed-signal microcontroller-based boards, including analog signal conditioning and A/D interfaces. Support designs for intrinsically safe environments, including fusing, current limiting, and voltage limiting. Conduct EMC troubleshooting and design remediation as needed. Perform component selection and support obsolescence-driven redesign work. Conduct board bring-up and benchtop verification using oscilloscopes, multimeters, and related lab equipment. Collaborate with firmware engineers on hardware/firmware integration and debugging. Essential Skills Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience. 3-8 years of electronics hardware/PCB design experience. Proficiency with Altium Designer; experience with Altium 365 is a plus. Solid analog and digital circuit fundamentals, including op-amp circuits and microcontroller designs. Hands-on benchtop skills with oscilloscopes, multimeters, and general board bring-up/debug. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with intrinsically safe design practices or products certified through a notified body. Experience with EMC/EMI testing and remediation. Experience in fire/life-safety, industrial, or vehicle electronics. Familiarity with component obsolescence management. Work Environment The position requires onsite work in Rhode Island. The role is a long-term opportunity, lasting 9-12 months with potential for extension. Benefits include standard company benefits, 3 weeks of PTO, and 10 company holidays. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Lincoln, RI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $70.00/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 Lincoln,RI.