Senior/Staff Hardware Digital Engineer (Board Level Design)

-; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Penang is looking for an engineer to take charge of design responsibilities, specializing in analog and digital systems. The role requires at least 2 years of relevant experience, particularly in VHDL/System Verilog and board-level design. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a strong work ethic and possess proficiency with hardware lab tools. The company emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and offers competitive benefits, making it a great opportunity for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive benefits plans

Flexible time off plans

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years work experience in analog/digital design.
• Experience in defining routing constraints for high-speed interfaces.
• Proficient with standard hardware lab equipment.

Responsibilities

• Research and propose alternative parts for EOL replacement.
• Implement designs using CAD tools.
• Mentor junior engineers and lead documentation efforts.

Skills

Analog/digital design

VHDL/System Verilog

Circuit design

Test automation

Strong work ethic

Education

B.Eng/M.Eng/BS/MS in electrical/computer engineering

Tools

Mentor Graphics

Hardware lab equipment

Job description

Responsibilities

• Research and propose alternative parts with effective solutions in consideration of avoiding major software & product calibration, hardware topology changes to replace EOL parts in NI products.
• Implement and simulate designs through CAD and synthesis tools. i.e. Mentor Graphics.
• Verify and validate designs of hardware re‑designs. Debug any issues that may arise.
• Have good knowledge in failure analysis to root cause failures during early VnV and MFG builds.
• Integrate DFM inputs from MFG to improve product yield & quality.
• Proactive in doing mock‑up design as POC (Proof of Concept) to strengthen re‑design proposal to get final approval from domain leaders.
• RCA know how. Able to come up fish bone diagram to list possible root cause and narrow down to actual root cause.
• Properly document failure / project progress and share with stake holders by sharing short and long term design solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers and share your expertise/technical knowledge.
• Lead the team to develop product and design documentation.
• Create debug tool and training material for MFG during product release.

Who You Are

You demonstrate strong initiative in challenging situations and excel at recognizing and acting on opportunities. You streamline tasks and create efficient workflows. Your communication is adaptable, aligning content and style to suit various parties, and you adjust quickly to changing circumstances.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years work experience in analog/digital design with expertise in board level design or VHDL/System Verilog.
• B.Eng/M.Eng/BS/MS in electrical engineering or computer engineering.
• HDL IP design expertise or Board level digital circuit design expertise.
• Experience defining routing constraints for high‑speed interfaces.
• Experience in circuit design with CPU/SoC/Micro‑controller.
• Proficient with standard hardware lab equipment including scopes, logic analyzers, signal generators and power supplies.
• Test automation expertise with scripting/programming language.
• Strong work ethic and drive to succeed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to apply diagnostic insight to identify technical problems, propose viable options, and apply technical solutions; quickly learn applicable technology, systems, and products.
• Take ownership of products and be responsible for product success.
• Takes initiative, a self‑starter; persistently drives tasks and projects to successful completion; takes ownership of goals and schedules; manage time well.
• Work effectively in a team development environment; grasp and engage in fast‑paced technical conversations.

Culture & Commitment

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

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