Hardware Engineer

ECTrons Sdn. Bhd.; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ECTrons Sdn. Bhd. is seeking an experienced hardware engineer to lead the design and development of cutting-edge electronic circuits and systems in Penang. The role focuses on circuit design, simulation, and PCB layout using Altium Designer, KiCAD, and LTSpice to deliver high-performance hardware solutions.

The ideal candidate will drive prototyping, testing, and documentation, collaborating with software, mechanical, and system engineers to ensure seamless integration across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Altium Designer or KiCAD for schematic capture and PCB layout.
• Expertise in circuit simulation using LTSpice or equivalent tools.
• Strong understanding of analog and digital circuit design principles.
• Knowledge of power supply design, signal conditioning, and mixed-signal interfaces.
• Hands-on experience with hardware testing and debugging using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other diagnostic tools.
• Ability to identify and resolve hardware issues effectively.
• Experience in designing circuits for seamless integration with software and mechanical systems.
• Understanding of communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART).
• Experience with high-speed PCB design and EMI/EMC considerations.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop complex analog and digital circuits for various applications.
• Perform detailed component selection and schematic capture using Altium Designer or KiCAD.
• Optimize circuit designs for performance, power efficiency, and reliability.
• Conduct detailed simulations of analog and digital circuits using LTSpice or equivalent tools.
• Analyze simulation results to validate designs and refine performance.
• Collaborate with PCB designers to create optimized layouts for high-performance and manufacturability.
• Ensure designs adhere to SI, EMI/EMC, and thermal management best practices.
• Lead prototyping of circuit designs, including board assembly and testing.
• Debug and troubleshoot hardware issues to ensure functionality and reliability.
• Use test equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters for validation.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for circuit designs, including schematics, simulations, and test reports.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration.

Skills

Circuit design

Analog and digital design

PCB layout

Testing and debugging

System integration

Communication protocols (I2C SPI UART)

Project management and collaboration

Tools

Altium Designer

KiCAD

LTSpice

Job description

We are seeking an experienced hardware Engineer to lead the design and development of cutting‑edge electronic circuits and systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in circuit design, simulation, and PCB layout, with expertise in using modern design tools like Altium Designer, KiCAD, and LTSpice. This role is critical for driving innovative hardware solutions and ensuring the seamless integration of electronic components.

Key Responsibilities

Circuit Design and Development

• Design and develop complex analog and digital circuits for various applications.
• Perform detailed component selection and schematic capture using Altium Designer or KiCAD.
• Optimize circuit designs for performance, power efficiency, and reliability.

Simulation and Analysis

• Conduct detailed simulations of analog and digital circuits using LTSpice or equivalent tools.
• Analyze simulation results to validate designs and refine performance.

PCB Design and Layout

• Collaborate with PCB designers to create optimized layouts for high-performance and manufacturability.
• Ensure designs adhere to best practices for signal integrity, EMI/EMC compliance, and thermal management.

Prototyping and Testing

• Lead the prototyping of circuit designs, including board assembly and testing.
• Debug and troubleshoot hardware issues to ensure functionality and reliability.
• Use test equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multi meters for validation.

Documentation and Collaboration

• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for circuit designs, including schematics, simulations, and test reports.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including software, mechanical, and system engineers, to ensure seamless integration.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Stay updated on the latest trends and advancements in circuit design and electronic components.
• Drive continuous improvement in design methodologies and processes.

Requirements

Circuit Design Tools

• Proficiency in Altium Designer or KiCAD for schematic capture and PCB layout.
• Expertise in circuit simulation using LTSpice or equivalent tools.

Analog and Digital Design

• Strong understanding of analog and digital circuit design principles.
• Knowledge of power supply design, signal conditioning, and mixed-signal interfaces.

Testing and Debugging

• Hands-on experience with hardware testing and debugging using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other diagnostic tools.
• Ability to identify and resolve hardware issues effectively.

System Integration

• Experience in designing circuits for seamless integration with software and mechanical systems.
• Understanding of communication protocols (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART).

Project Management and Collaboration

• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Nice to Have

• Experience with high-speed PCB design.
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC compliance and mitigation techniques.
• Familiarity with low-power circuit design for battery-operated devices.
• Contributions to open-source hardware projects.

Benefits

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work on innovative electronic design projects.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements and competitive compensation.