Lead Engineer-Hardware design

City of Shakopee, MN; Pune District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and insurance coverage

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Development opportunities

Job summary

The City of Shakopee, MN is looking for an experienced electrical engineer skilled in designing and developing electronic hardware for industrial applications. You'll lead schematic design, ensure compliance with safety standards, and collaborate closely with firmware and mechanical teams.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in analog and digital circuit design and will mentor junior engineers while managing hardware issues throughout the development phases.

Qualifications

• 8 to 12 years of experience in Electronics Hardware Design and Development.
• Strong hands-on expertise in analog and digital circuit design.
• Proven experience in microcontroller-based designs and sensor interfacing.

Responsibilities

• Independently design and develop electronic hardware for Industrial Applications.
• Conduct detailed analysis and resolution of hardware issues during development.
• Mentor junior engineers in hardware design practices.

Skills

Analog circuit design

Digital circuit design

Microcontroller systems

Sensor interface design

Communication protocols (SPI, I2C, etc.)

Education

BE / Equivalent in Industrial Electronics / Electronics and Telecommunication

Tools

Lab equipment

Job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Independently design and develop electronic hardware for Industrial Applications such as Electric Actuators.
• Design analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits including microcontroller systems, sensor interfaces, power supplies, and signal conditioning.
• Translate subsystem requirements into robust, manufacturable hardware designs.
• Lead in schematic design, component selection, PCB layout, tolerance stack-up, and routing considerations.
• Perform prototype hardware start-up, debugging, and functional/performance validation.
• Conduct detailed analysis and resolution of hardware issues during development and testing phases.
• Ensure designs comply with EMI / EMC, safety, and environmental requirements by following established best practices.
• Work closely with firmware, mechanical, and test teams to ensure integrated system-level solutions.
• Support interaction with suppliers, contract manufacturers, and test labs for prototype and pilot builds.
• Mentor junior engineers in hardware design practices, debugging techniques, and documentation.
• Actively participate in technical reviews, design discussions, and knowledge sharing.
• Communicate progress, risks, and technical challenges to the Technical Lead periodically.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• BE / Equivalent in Industrial Electronics / Electronics and Telecommunication with 8 to 12 years of experience in Electronics Hardware Design and Development.
• Strong hands-on expertise in analog and digital circuit design.
• Proven experience in microcontroller-based designs, sensor interfacing, ADCs/DACs, and low-noise signal conditioning.
• Good understanding of control electronics, signal integrity, grounding, and isolation techniques.
• Experience with communication protocols such as SPI, I2C, CAN, RS485, RS232, Ethernet, or USB.
• Hands-on experience with AC/DC power supplies, SMPS, and DC-DC converter designs.
• Ability to take designs from schematic capture to working prototypes, following structured processes from requirements specification, design guidelines, and PCB layout to DFM / DFT, collaborating effectively with mechanical and firmware teams across global locations.
• Solid understanding of EMI / EMC and safety compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in using lab equipment for independent debugging and validation.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional and global teams.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Experience in industrial or automation product development.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., HART, Modbus, Ethernet-based, Profibus, Wireless such as Bluetooth, LoRaWAN etc.).
• Experience with low-power embedded systems and battery management.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, pilot builds, and product launch activities.
• Mentoring or technical guidance experience for junior engineers.

Our Offer To You

By joining Emerson, you will be given the opportunity to make a difference through the work you do.

Emerson's compensation and benefits programs are designed to be competitive within the industry and local labor markets. We also offer comprehensive medical and insurance coverage to meet the needs of our employees.

We are committed to creating a global workplace that supports diversity, equity and embraces inclusion. We welcome foreign nationals to join us through Work Authorization Sponsorship.

We attract, develop, and retain exceptional people in an inclusive environment, where all employees can reach their greatest potential. We are dedicated to the ongoing development of our employees because we know that it is critical to our success as a global company.

Safety is paramount to us, and we are relentless in our pursuit to provide a Safe Working Environment across our global network and facilities.

Through our benefits, development opportunities, and an inclusive and safe work environment, we aim to create an organization our people are proud to represent.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson.

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