Role: Hardware Engineer
Work location:  Mountain View, CA
Interview: Phone/Video
Job Type: Contract (C2C/W2)
 

Job Description:
We are looking for a Hardware Engineer to join the Hardware Platform Development team. This role focuses on the design, development, validation, and support of Electronic Control Units (ECUs) and related electrical/electronic hardware systems for next-generation vehicles.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in automotive hardware development, including board level design, schematic/layout review, and system bring-up. This position collaborates closely with software engineers, validation teams, and suppliers to ensure robust, production-ready EE platforms"

Key Responsibilities:
Hardware Development – (80%)
•    Design and develop ECU hardware solutions in collaboration with cross-functional teams
•    Review and validate schematics, layouts, and component selections
•    Support hardware bring-up, system integration, and functional validation
•    Develop and maintain detailed hardware documentation (design specs, BOMs, schematics, test plans)
•    Work closely with software engineers to support low-level integration and debugging
•    Participate in failure analysis and root cause investigations
•    Interface with external suppliers and contract manufacturers on hardware builds
•    Ensure compliance with internal design standards, industry regulations, and automotive quality processes

Operational Management - (20%)
•    Assist with production and manufacturing test development for ECU hardware
•    Support prototype and pre-production builds, including rework and hardware modifications
•    Monitor and report on technical risks, delivery timelines, and quality issues
•    Contribute to team knowledge sharing and continuous improvement of development processes

What are the Mandatory skills and skill proficiencies required for this position?
•    Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field
•    Experience in design and development of ECUs or embedded electronic systems
•    Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout tools
•    Experience with hardware bring-up, board-level debugging, and validation
•    Familiarity with automotive communication protocols: CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet
•    Hands-on experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, power supplies)
•    Understanding of functional safety (ISO 26262) and EMI/EMC considerations

What are the Optional skills and skill proficiencies for this position? 
•    Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field
•    Knowledge of connected vehicle infotainment and communication software systems
•    Knowledge of DFMEA, DVP&R, and other automotive quality processes

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.