Electrical Hardware Engineer

Applicantz; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Applicantz is seeking a Senior Electrical Hardware Engineer onsite in Fremont, CA to design, develop, and evaluate electronic components and systems for complex hardware. You will collaborate with mechanical, software, and systems teams to deliver reliable, manufacturable designs.

Requirements include a EE degree with 8+ years (or MS with 6+ years), strong circuit/PCB expertise, and proven troubleshooting and leadership capabilities for cross-functional projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with 8+ years experience (or Master’s with 6+ years).
• Experience in analog/digital circuit design, signal and controls theory.
• PCB design and low voltage board design for power and control.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop analog and digital electronic circuits.
• Work on PCB design, low voltage circuits, and electrical board design.
• Perform testing, troubleshooting, validation, and analysis.
• Apply Systems V-Model design methodology.
• Support manufacturability, serviceability, and reliability.
• Collaborate with vendors and product development teams.
• Lead problem-solving with 5-Why, 8D, and Fishbone.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Electronic circuit design

PCB design

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Strong communication

Tools

Analog and digital design tools

Job description

This is 100% onsite role in Fremont, CA 94538. Regular shift M-F.

We are looking for a Senior Electrical Hardware Engineer with strong experience in electronic circuit design, PCB design, preferably within semiconductor capital equipment, industrial, automotive, or related industries. In this role, you will design, develop, and evaluate electronic components and electrical systems for complex hardware systems. You will work cross-functionally with mechanical, software, and systems engineering teams to develop reliable and manufacturable designs.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with 8+ years of experience (or Master’s with 6+ years)
• Experience in electronic circuit design (analog and digital), signal and controls theory, electrical board design, troubleshooting, and validation.
• Experience in PCB design and electrical board design, and low voltage circuit design for power and control applications
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop electronic circuits (analog and digital)
• Work on PCB design, low voltage circuits, and electrical board design
• Perform testing, troubleshooting, validation, and analysis
• Apply system design methodologies such as Systems V-Model
• Support manufacturability, serviceability, and reliability considerations
• Work with vendors and support product development
• Lead problem-solving activities using methods like 5-Why, 8D, and Fishbone

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in semiconductor capital equipment or similar industries
• Knowledge of system design methodologies (V-Model)
• Experience with reliability, manufacturability, and serviceability design
• Strong communication and leadership skills