Sr. Hardware Engineer

Job Title: Experienced Hardware EngineerJob DescriptionThis position seeks a highly motivated experienced Hardware (Electrical) Engineer to develop, test, and optimize printed circuit board (PCB) solutions for residential and power products. You will work closely with hardware and software engineers, as well as product teams, to deliver robust analog, digital, RF, and mixed-signal electronic designs that perform reliably in connected, cloud-based IoT environments. The role combines new product development, sustaining engineering, compliance-focused design, and hands-on lab work in a collaborative, technically rigorous setting.Responsibilities

• Lead key aspects of new product development from concept validation through design for manufacturing of analog, digital, RF, and mixed-signal electronic circuit designs for residential power systems.
• Contribute to sustaining engineering efforts for existing product lines, including troubleshooting, design updates, and performance improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define electrical hardware requirements, specifications, and system architecture.
• Define, plan, and execute hardware functional, environmental, and lifecycle validation test plans to ensure product reliability and performance.
• Support and contribute to product safety, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), and environmental compliance activities throughout the development lifecycle.
• Participate in electrical hardware design reviews and drive continuous improvement of products and development processes.
• Provide hands-on support for hardware troubleshooting during product development, testing, and sustaining activities.
• Document electrical system designs, architectures, and implementation details in a clear, thorough, and maintainable manner.
• Use standard electronics laboratory tools, including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and digital multimeters (DMMs), to analyze, debug, and verify the proper operation of electronic circuits and systems.
• Occasionally design and develop custom electrical equipment to support specialized product features or test functions.
• Collaborate in planning electrical hardware development tasks, project timelines, and budgets to meet program objectives.
• Mentor and guide less experienced team members in electrical engineering design practices and development methodologies.
• Apply circuit capture and PCB design tools such as OrCAD (and similar tools like Altium) to create and refine PCB designs.
• Apply electronic circuit board modeling and simulation techniques, such as PSpice, to predict and optimize circuit behavior.
• Work with wireless systems, ideally including BLE, WiFi, ISM, and LTE, to integrate connectivity into hardware designs.
• Contribute to compliance-related activities for power and wireless products, including UL-related design considerations and awareness of EMI/EMC and other regulatory requirements.
• Support design for high-volume manufacturing, including considerations for end-of-line test systems when applicable.
• Collaborate with embedded software teams and, when needed, contribute to C/C++ software during board bring-up and test.
• Interface with engines and motor drivers and perform design work primarily at the integrated circuit (IC) level where required.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering is required; a Masters degree in a related field is preferred.
• Approximately 6+ years of relevant work experience
• Proven experience collaborating with or leading technical teams in the development of electrical hardware.
• Hands-on experience with circuit capture and PCB design tools such as OrCAD; familiarity with similar tools (e.g., Altium) is beneficial.
• Experience in PCB design and circuit board modeling for complex electronic systems.
• Proficiency with electronic circuit board modeling and simulation techniques such as PSpice.
• Experience designing or working with power systems and residential power products.
• Experience with wireless systems, ideally including BLE, WiFi, ISM, and LTE.
• Working knowledge of microcontrollers, microprocessors, memory devices, analog-to-digital converters (ADCs), and common communication interfaces.
• Ability to use standard electronics laboratory equipment, including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and digital multimeters, for analysis and debugging.
• Understanding of UL-related product design considerations and general safety standards for electrical and power products.
• Strong motivation, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively to achieve project goals.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information to diverse audiences.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with design for high-volume manufacturing, including considerations for manufacturability and end-of-line test systems.
• Experience with compliance for collocated radio designs and familiarity with regulatory agencies and standards such as FCC/IC, protocol-specific certifications, and international compliance specifications.
• Experience working with control systems used in power systems applications.
• Experience contributing to C/C++ software for embedded systems during board bring-up and hardware validation.
• RF knowledge, including module integration and RF design considerations, is a strong plus.
• Experience designing for regulatory compliance, including EMI/EMC testing awareness and mitigation techniques.
• Exposure to PCB layout practices and collaboration with layout engineers to achieve robust designs.
• Experience with UL certification and design standards for electrical and electronic products.
• Experience with compliance-focused sensing and design work, including some sustaining engineering responsibilities.
• Experience interfacing with engines and motor drivers, and working primarily at the IC level in circuit design.
• Experience in connected, cloud-based and IoT product development is beneficial.
• Strong engineering fundamentals and a track record of delivering high-quality hardware designs in multidisciplinary teams.

Work EnvironmentThe role operates in a hybrid environment that combines on-site lab work with collaborative office and remote activities. Typically, you will spend about three days per week on-site in a lab environment, with flexibility in the schedule as needed. The work focuses on both sustaining engineering for existing products and new product development (NPD) for connected, cloud-based IoT systems, particularly in residential and power applications. You will work with modern electronics lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and digital multimeters, as well as industry-standard PCB design and simulation tools. The environment emphasizes strong engineering rigor, cross-functional collaboration with hardware, software, and product teams, and continuous improvement of products and processes. Dress is generally appropriate for a hands-on engineering lab setting, balancing safety and practicality with a professional atmosphere. Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Kohler, WI. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $98900.00 - $125600.00/yr. 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.Full benefits- health, dental, vision, 401K Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Kohler, WI. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Kohler,WI.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.

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