Hardware Development Engineer

Arvato Direct Services Potsdam GmbH; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company matching

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Arvato Direct Services Potsdam GmbH in Louisville, KY is seeking a hardware engineer to develop and maintain custom solutions for reverse logistics refurbishment and test networks supporting global customers.

You will design electronic layouts, build housings, program control electronics, and ensure EMC-compliant design while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Travel is required for project work; position is fully onsite.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in electrical engineering, mechatronics or equivalent.
• Broad-based electrical engineering knowledge including analogue/digital design and embedded microcontrollers.
• Experience or familiarity with CAD tools and 3D printing is a plus.
• Knowledge of programming in C/C++/C# and firmware development desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop hardware components, housings and functional parts.
• Layout electronic circuits and wiring for control electronics.
• Develop hardware-related software and test devices.
• Maintain and test hardware including sensors, actuators and microcontrollers.
• Collaborate with teams and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Creativity

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

C programming

C++

C#

Education

Associates in electrical engineering, mechatronics or a comparable qualification

Tools

CAD

Fusion 360

MS Office

Job description

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Arvato is an innovative and leading global 3PL service provider in supply chain management and e-commerce. With 20,000 team members at over 100 locations, we focus on the Consumer Products, Tech, Healthcare, Automotive and Publisher industries.

You will work in an environment built on collaboration, respect, commitment and curiosity, where you can grow, contribute your ideas, and make an impact. Be part of the team that delivers logistics excellence and shapes supply chains globally. Working at Arvato means: Together, we’re on it.

Job Description

Hardware engineers develop, improve, and maintain custom solutions supporting the reverse logistics refurbishment processes and test networks supporting Arvato’s global customers.

Your Tasks

• You independently develop hardware components and construct e.g. housings and functional components.
• You provide the layout for electronic circuits.
• The structure of the control electronics, including the wiring and networking of electronic components, is a matter of course for you.
• You program the control electronics and develop hardware-related software.
• You conscientiously follow the continuous development, optimization and testing of the devices.
• Developing and maintaintest hardware that contains: steppers/servos/controllers, linkages/arms/actuators, microcontrollers, Arduino, raspberry pi, Linux commands.
• PC and network knowledge, windows management, imaging, networks, USB device troubleshooting,router/network setup, TCP/IP knowledge.
• Electrical troubleshooting of PCB’s and panels, AC/DC knowledge, use of multimeter, various sensors like, proximity switches, microphones, cameras.
• Mechanical knowledge, use of hand/power tools, assembly/disassembly, identifying physical wear issues.
• Travel:As needed outside the US on project teams
• Office/Warehouse:Fully onsite

Qualifications

• Associates in electrical engineering, mechatronics or a comparable qualification
• Broad-based basic electrical engineering knowledge, sound specialist knowledge in the fields of analogue and digital technology, embedded microcontrollers and EMC-compliant design and layout as well as knowledge of robotics, prototype construction, 3D printing, precision engineering, sensor technology and mechatronic disciplines
• Knowledge of programming in C, C++, C# and firmware development desirable
• Analytical skills, creativity, passion for development, initiative, strong communication and teamwork skills and ability to adapt quickly to the needs of the departments
• Knowledge of CAD, Fusion 360, MS office products.
• Performing variety of duties as required
• Flexibility Based on Business Needs:work overtime, holidays, weekends, different shifts, and different areas of the warehouse
• The ability to create instructions, processes, and procedures.
• Multilingual in Spanish and/or German, a plus
• SAP experience, preferred
• Ability to Commute:Louisville, KY

Additional Information

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability Pay.
• 401(k) with company matching up to 6%.
• Paid Time Off, including paid holidays.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Voluntary benefits such as legal and financial assistance, pet insurance, and more.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Ongoing employee development opportunities including tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and training.

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We strive to be an equitable and inclusive workplace for our employees and value their diverse perspectives, which contribute to the diversity of our company. Therefore, we welcome applications from people who enrich our company with their identity, background and personal experience. We want to keep the application process as simple as possible for you: focus on a meaningful resume; we do not require an elaborate cover letter. Please know that we can only accept your application through our online application portal.

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