Senior Hardware Electronics Engineer (M/F)

Enova Group; Lausanne; Hybrid; CHF 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Enova Group is seeking a Senior Hardware Electronics Engineer to join a global R&D team. You will design and validate embedded electronic hardware for next-generation satellite communication systems, collaborating with Systems, FPGA, RF, Mechanical, Thermal, and Manufacturing engineers.

The role emphasizes hardware architecture, schematics, board bring-up, and design-for-manufacturing, with a focus on high-reliability aerospace-grade electronics. Lausanne-based, on-site collaboration expected.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electronics or related field.
• 8+ years of hardware electronics design experience.
• Proven track record owning complete development of complex boards.
• Strong background in analog and digital electronics.
• Experience defining PCB stack-ups and routing rules.
• Solid experience in hardware validation and debugging.

Responsibilities

• Define the hardware architecture of complex electronic boards.
• Design analog and digital schematics and select components.
• Define PCB stack-ups and routing constraints; supervise PCB layout.
• Perform hardware bring-up, validation, and troubleshooting.
• Participate in qualification campaigns and product release.
• Collaborate with Systems, FPGA, RF, Mechanical, Thermal and Manufacturing teams.

Skills

Analog electronics

Digital electronics

Hardware debugging

Root cause analysis

Education

Master's degree in Electronics

Tools

Altium Designer

Job description

Context

As part of the development of next-generation satellite communication solutions for the aerospace and aviation industries, we are looking for a Senior Hardware Electronics Engineer to join an international R&D team.

In this role, you will contribute to the design and development of complex embedded electronic hardware used in cutting-edge communication systems. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including Systems, FPGA, RF, Mechanical, Thermal, and Manufacturing Engineers to deliver innovative, high-reliability products that meet demanding industry standards.

Tasks

Context

As part of the development of next-generation satellite communication solutions for the aerospace and aviation industries, we are looking for a Senior Hardware Electronics Engineer to join an international R&D team.

In this role, you will contribute to the design and development of complex embedded electronic hardware used in cutting-edge communication systems. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including Systems, FPGA, RF, Mechanical, Thermal, and Manufacturing Engineers to deliver innovative, high-reliability products that meet demanding industry standards.

Responsibilities

Hardware Design

• Define the hardware architecture of complex electronic boards.*
• Design analog and digital schematics.*
• Select electronic components based on system requirements.*
• Define PCB stack-ups and routing constraints.*
• Supervise PCB layout activities in collaboration with layout engineers.

Validation & Qualification

• Perform hardware bring-up and board validation.*
• Troubleshoot hardware issues and conduct Root Cause Analysis.*
• Participate in qualification and verification campaigns.*
• Ensure successful product validation prior to production release.

Manufacturing Support

• Work closely with suppliers and manufacturing teams.*
• Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) best practices.*
• Support products throughout the manufacturing and industrialization phases.

Cross-functional Collaboration

Collaborate closely with:

• Systems Engineering*
• FPGA Engineering*
• RF Engineering*
• Mechanical Engineering*
• Thermal Engineering*
• Manufacturing teams

• Participate in technical reviews and engineering decision-making.*
• Share technical expertise and contribute to continuous product improvement.

Requirements

Your Profile

• Master's degree or Engineering degree in Electronics or a related field.*
• Minimum 8 years of experience in hardware electronics design.*
• Proven experience owning the complete development of complex electronic boards.*
• Strong background in analog and digital electronics.*
• Excellent knowledge of Altium Designer.*
• Experience defining PCB stack-ups and routing rules.*
• Solid experience in hardware validation, debugging, and Root Cause Analysis.*}