EE Altium PCB Designer/Firmware

Harbordesigns; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Harbordesigns is seeking a Junior/Intermediate Electrical Engineer to design and develop firmware and hardware for commercial and medical devices. You will work on Altium-powered PCB design, firmware development, and board bring-up within embedded systems using platforms like Arduino and Raspberry Pi.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field, proven firmware/hardware experience, and strong Python/C/C++ skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Hands-on firmware and hardware design with a portfolio of projects.
• Proficient in Altium Designer for PCB layout and schematic capture.
• Strong programming skills in Python, C/C++, with embedded systems development experience.
• Experience with board bring-up, firmware development, and system integration.
• Knowledge of operating systems, particularly Linux, and its interaction with hardware.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop hardware solutions using Altium Designer.
• Develop and implement firmware for various microprocessors and board bring-up.
• Test, debug, and optimize hardware and firmware components to meet specs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define hardware and firmware requirements.
• Document design processes, analysis, and testing results for reports and specs.
• Participate in product risk reviews and contribute to software requirements and verification plans.
• Ensure compatibility and integration of hardware and firmware with Linux-based systems.

Skills

Firmware development

Hardware design

Altium Designer

Python

C/C++

Embedded systems

Linux

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Altium Designer

Python

C/C++

Linux

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Junior/Intermediate Electrical Engineer to join our team, focusing on designing and developing firmware and hardware solutions for commercial and medical devices. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Altium for PCB design, as well as a strong background in firmware development, board bring-up, and a working knowledge of embedded systems using platforms like Arduino and Raspberry Pi.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop hardware solutions using Altium Designer, ensuring robust and cost-effective designs.
• Develop and implement firmware for various microprocessors, emphasizing board bring-up and system integration.
• Test, debug, and optimize hardware and firmware components to meet product specifications and quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define hardware and firmware requirements for new products or enhancements.
• Document design processes, analysis, and testing results for technical reports and product specifications.
• Participate in product risk review meetings and contribute to the generation of software requirements and verification plans.
• Ensure compatibility and integration of hardware and firmware with Linux-based systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Proven experience in firmware and hardware design, with a portfolio of projects to demonstrate skills.
• Proficient in using Altium Designer for PCB layout and schematic capture.
• Strong programming skills in Python, C/C++, with a solid understanding of embedded systems development.
• Experience with board bring-up, firmware development, and system integration.
• Knowledge of operating systems, particularly Linux, and its interaction with hardware.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Desired Skills

• Experience in the design and development of medical devices and consumer products adhering to industry standards and regulations. (ISO 13485 and ISO 9001)
• Familiarity with writing software requirement specifications and conducting software verification tests.
• Practical knowledge of Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or other similar platforms for prototyping and testing.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology projects with a dynamic team.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including professional development opportunities.