Electrical Hardware Engineer

Jobtailor; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Emerson in Florham Park, NJ is looking for an Electrical Hardware Engineer to support the design and lifecycle management of electronic hardware products. Responsibilities include designing analog and digital circuits, PCB layout, and component selection.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, with hands-on experience in PCB layout and soldering. Competitive salary range is $80,000 – $120,000 annually, plus flexible benefits.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with soldering, prototype assembly, and hardware debugging.
• Knowledge of component qualification and lifecycle management.
• Familiarity with electrical safety and EMC compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop analog and digital electronic circuits and PCBAs for industrial systems.
• Support compliance and regulatory evaluation for certifications.
• Build and test hardware prototypes and engineering samples.

Skills

Electronic hardware design

Schematic capture

PCB layout

Troubleshooting

Industrial communication protocols

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field

Tools

Altium Designer

ECAD tools

Job description

Are you an Electrical Engineer professional looking for an opportunity to grow? If yes, we have a great opportunity for you in Florham Park, NJ! We are seeking a skilled and hands‑on Electrical Hardware Engineer to support the design, development, validation, and lifecycle management of electronic hardware products. This role will be responsible for printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) design and layout, component selection and evaluation, compliance assessment for global certifications, prototype development, and support of manufacturing and sustaining engineering activities.

The ideal candidate will have experience with industrial communication protocols, hardware troubleshooting, and electronic product development from concept through production.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Design and develop analog and digital electronic circuits and PCBAs for industrial and embedded systems
• Perform schematic capture and PCB layout using industry‑standard ECAD tools. Knowledge of Altium Designer is a plus.
• Evaluate and select electronic components based on performance, availability, cost, and lifecycle considerations
• Support compliance and regulatory evaluation for certifications including UL, CE, CCC and other applicable global safety and EMC standards
• Build and test hardware prototypes and engineering samples
• Perform PCBA assembly, soldering, rework, and debugging activities
• Conduct hardware validation, troubleshooting, and root‑cause analysis
• Manage end‑of‑life (EOL) component issues and identify suitable replacements or redesign strategies
• Interface with manufacturing, test, quality, and supply chain teams to support product releases and sustaining activities
• Create and maintain engineering documentation including schematics, BOMs, test procedures, and design reports
• Support product improvement initiatives and field issue investigations

Who You Are:

You ask the right questions to accurately analyze situations and use data to guide decisions. You take ownership of your work and consistently follow through on commitments. You take on the challenge of unfamiliar tasks. You collaborate effectively across teams and adapt to changing priorities while maintaining focus on delivering high‑quality results.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field
• Experience in electronic hardware or PCBA design and schematic capture and PCB layout tools
• Hands‑on experience with soldering, prototype assembly, and hardware debugging
• Knowledge of component qualification and lifecycle management
• Familiarity with electrical safety and EMC compliance requirements
• Experience working with industrial communication protocols such as Profibus, Modbus, Ethernet IP, IO‑Link, other industrial fieldbus or serial communication interfaces, or similar
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross‑functional environment

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• 3+ years of experience in electronic hardware or PCBA design
• Experience designing mixed‑signal or embedded hardware systems
• Familiarity with microcontrollers, power supplies, and industrial I/O circuitry
• Experience working with contract manufacturers and production support
• Knowledge of DFM/DFT principles
• Experience with environmental and reliability testing
• Familiarity with revision control and PLM systems

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

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—and we believe teams with varied strengths working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and provide flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet physical, mental, financial, and social needs. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and more. Our culture offers flexible time‑off plans, paid parental leave, vacation, and holiday leave.

Compensation Philosophy:

We pay a competitive base salary within the local market and reward performance during the annual merit review process. The total target compensation range for this position is $80,000 - $120,000 annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to the role.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F‑1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H‑1, H‑2, L‑1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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