Embedded Hardware Engineer - Power and Control Systems

Control Solutions LLC; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Control Solutions LLC in Aurora, IL is seeking a Hardware Design Engineer to design microcontroller-based control systems and analog circuits for battery charging and sensor feedback. You will develop and debug electronic products, create schematics and layouts, and collaborate with manufacturing and customers.

The role requires hands-on experience with embedded MCUs, power electronics, BOM management, and strong communication skills to meet project milestones in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 0–5 years of experience in circuit-level electronic hardware design and development.
• 1 year of experience in a product development role preferred.
• Familiarity with 8-, 16-, and 32-bit microcontroller architecture for embedded systems.
• Ability to modify and manage BOMs using software applications.
• Direct experience with power electronics (MOSFETs, IGBTs, H-bridges, motor control) preferred.
• Experience with Microchip or ARM microcontrollers preferred
• Experience with EMC testing and compliance is a plus
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to work with mechanical systems is a strong plus.
• Work both independently and in a team environment on a variety of products with good communication and written skills.
• Time management on multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to meet physical requirements (carry or lift material up to 10lbs) of the job including sitting and standing, and performing repetitive motions required for proper assembly with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to operate tools machinery or office equipment safely.
• Ability to work near moving mechanical parts and moderate noise levels.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Responsibilities

• Electronic product design of both digital and analog circuitry. (Schematic, Layout)
• Develop Engineering/Product documentation.
• Electronic product/system debugging, testing and validation.
• Develop and execute test plans.
• Provide input to development schedules.
• Interface with engineering team members, internal departments (manufacturing, purchasing), and external customers on new design and support.
• Direct the work of technicians.

Skills

Hardware design

Analytical skills

Written communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

PSpice

Agile PLM

Job description

Control Solutions LLC in Aurora, IL is seeking a Hardware Design Engineer to design microcontroller-based control systems and analog circuits for battery charging and sensor feedback. You will develop and debug electronic products, create schematics and layouts, and collaborate with manufacturing and customers.

The role requires hands-on experience with embedded MCUs, power electronics, BOM management, and strong communication skills to meet project milestones in a fast-paced environment.