IT - Lead Consultant | Embedded systems | Embedded Hardware

Ampcus Inc; Allen Park (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Ampcus Inc. is seeking an Electronics Engineer with 6+ years of experience to design and validate circuits for automotive LED lighting. You will develop schematics, PCB layouts, and prototypes while translating requirements into specifications.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, run simulations and tests, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. This contract role supports production during launches and ongoing improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering with 6+ years of experience.
• Strong knowledge of analog and digital circuit design, especially DC-DC converters and filters.
• Experience with Altium and PCB design.
• Understanding of embedded systems and microcontrollers.
• Familiarity with testing tools (oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators).
• Knowledge of CAN, SPI, I2C, UART, and other protocols.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking; able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, simulate, and validate electronic circuits and systems for automotive LED lighting applications.
• Translate customer requirements into technical specifications and design reviews.
• Create schematics, PCB layouts, and prototypes.
• Perform simulations, testing, and validation of designs.
• Troubleshoot hardware and system issues and support manufacturing during launches.
• Collaborate with mechanical, software, validation, and manufacturing teams.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and quality requirements.
• Prepare technical documentation and reports.
• Continuously improve designs for performance, cost, and reliability.

Skills

DC-DC converters design

Analog & digital circuit design

Embedded systems

CAN/SPI/I2C/UART protocols

Circuit troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in a related field

Tools

Altium PCB Design

Job description

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Duration of Contract

6 months

Experience Required

6-10 Years

Role

Electronics Engineer

Detailed Job Description - Skill Set

• Design, develop, simulate, and validate electronic circuits, systems, and products for automotive LED lighting applications.
• Analyze customer or system requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Create schematics, PCB layouts, and prototypes.
• Perform simulations, testing, and validation of electronic designs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and system issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, software, validation, manufacturing).
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and quality requirements.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and design reviews.
• Support production teams during manufacturing and product launch.
• Continuously improve designs for performance, cost, and reliability.

Mandatory Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field with 6 or more years of experience.
• Strong knowledge of analog and digital circuit design specifically DC-DC converters and filters.
• Experience with the PCB design tool Altium.
• Understanding of embedded systems and microcontrollers.
• Familiarity with testing tools (oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators).
• Knowledge of communication protocols (CAN, SPI, I2C, UART, etc.).
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and in team environments.

Good to Have Skills

• Master’s degree in a related field.

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.