Hardware Engineer

PRT8 Addvolt, S.A.; São Mamede de Infesta; On-site; EUR 22,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ground-floor opportunity

Impactful work

Greener future

Growing team

Job summary

Carrier, through Addvolt, seeks a Hardware Engineer in Porto to design and validate power electronics and control boards. You will create schematics, develop PCB layouts in Altium, and run rigorous tests to ensure robust, manufacturable hardware.

Join a multidisciplinary team and collaborate with firmware, mechanical, and system engineers to deliver integrated, high-quality solutions for intelligent climate and energy systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of hardware design experience including schematics capture and PCB layout.
• Proficiency in Altium Designer for schematic capture and PCB layout.
• Solid understanding of analog/digital circuit design, power electronics, and signal integrity.
• Experience with PCB testing/validation using lab equipment (oscilloscope, multimeter, power supply, thermal camera).
• Knowledge of EMC/EMI design practices and relevant standards.
• Excellent communication and teamwork; strong English skills.

Responsibilities

• Design electronic schematics for power electronics and control boards based on requirements.
• Develop PCB layouts in Altium, considering SI, EMC/EMI, thermal management and manufacturability.
• Select components and define footprints ensuring availability and project fit.
• Define and execute PCB test plans including bring-up, validation, and debugging.
• Collaborate with firmware, system, and mechanical engineers for HW/SW/ME integration.
• Prepare and maintain design documentation (schematics, layouts, BOMs, reports).
• Support manufacturing/industrialization and resolve production issues with suppliers.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards and safety requirements.

Skills

Electronics design

Power electronics

Schematic capture

PCB layout

Professional English

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Thermal camera

Job description

Rol: Hardware Engineer Location: Matosinhos, Porto, Portugal Type of contract: permanent

Carrier is the leading worldwide provider of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), refrigeration, fire, security, and cold chain solutions. We invented the modern air conditioning, and our team of pioneers and innovators have a long history of developing new technologies. Addvolt, now part of Carrier, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, delivers advanced electrification technology, integrated power management and power electronics capabilities for transport refrigeration and auxiliary systems. Driving innovation in the electrification and decarbonization of onboard systems for refrigerated trailers, trucks, vans and containers, Addvolt empowers fleets to avoid fuel usage, reduce major emissions and operate efficiently at a remarkably low noise level. By combining Addvolt’s innovative power solutions with Carrier Transicold’s expertise in transport refrigeration, we are enhancing the value we deliver to fleets, original equipment manufacturers and logistics operators worldwide. Together with Carrier, we are accelerating the transition to a more sustainable, efficient and intelligent cold chain. We are looking for an Hardware Engineer with strong technical expertise in electronics design and a passion for turning concepts into robust, manufacturable products. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing schematics, developing PCB layouts, and executing PCB validation and testing activities, using Altium as the main design tool. We value a proactive attitude, good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team, collaborating with different areas of the business. A passionate professional that wants to participate in the new cycle of clean energies who is looking for an ambitious challenge. You will be able to be in close contact with stakeholders to determine the requirements and improvements for the new designs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design electronic schematics for power electronics and control boards, based on system-level requirements and specifications
• Develop PCB layouts in Altium Designer, considering signal integrity, EMC/EMI, thermal management, and manufacturability (DFM/DFA)
• Select components (connectors, ICs, passives, power devices) and define footprints, ensuring availability and compliance with project requirements
• Define and execute PCB test plans, including bring-up, functional testing, debugging, and validation of prototypesSupport bring-up and troubleshooting of new boards, using lab equipment (oscilloscope, multimeter, power supplies, thermal camera) to identify and resolve issues
• Collaborate with firmware, system, and mechanical engineers to ensure correct hardware-software-mechanical integration
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including schematics, layout files, BOMs, test reports, and design reviews
• Support manufacturing and industrialization activities, working closely with PCB/PCBA suppliers to resolve production issues
• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards and quality/safety requirements
• Stay current with industry trends, components, and best practices in electronics design, leveraging new capabilities internally

CANDIDATE VALUES AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in hardware design, schematics capture, and PCB layout
• Proficiency in Altium Designer for schematic capture and PCB layout
• Solid understanding of analog and digital circuit design, power electronics fundamentals, and signal integrity principles
• Experience with PCB testing and validation, including use of lab equipment (oscilloscope, multimeter, power supply, thermal camera)
• Knowledge of EMC/EMI design practices and relevant standards
• Ability to read and interpret datasheets, component specifications, and application notes
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work constructively with diverse teams
• Strong verbal and written English skills
• Share Addvolt values - People, Sustainability, Innovation, Passion and Determination
• Nice to Have Knowledge of the transportation sector
• Experience with high-voltage and high-power electronics design
• Experience with DFMEA, DFM/DFA reviews, and industrialization of electronic products
• Familiarity with automotive/industrial standards (e.g., IPC, ISO, UNECE regulations)
• Experience with thermal simulation and/or signal integrity simulation tools

BENEFITS

• Addvolt is poised for explosive growth in the emerging intelligent transportation space, and this is a ground floor opportunity
• Individuals who shine and exceed expectations will be given all the opportunities of any employee at Addvolt.
• There is no glass ceiling for this position
• To be part of a growing team where your work can have a huge impact
• Work towards a greener and more sustainable future with quieter and cleaner city centers
• Pick, prototype and explore emerging methodologies and follow its implementation and growth in scaling a product worldwide

Pay Range €22,000.00-€44,000.00

At Carrier we make modern life possible by delivering groundbreaking systems and services that help homes, buildings and shipping become safer, smarter and more sustainable. We exceed the expectations of our customers by anticipating industry trends, working tirelessly to master and revolutionize them. Our team of approximately 56,000 dedicated individuals continues to mold industry standards by pursuing the latest research and developments to improve the lives of our customers. We’re constantly growing, seeking out talented, likeminded people who are committed to our primary duty: to be the world’s first choice in security, shipping and HVAC technology.