Lead Hardware Engineer

Swift Sensors; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading innovator in wireless sensor technology is seeking a Lead Hardware Engineer in Austin, Texas. This role involves leading hardware engineering efforts for wireless sensors and gateways, focusing on design, development, and collaboration with global partners. The successful candidate will impact industries through innovative solutions, ensuring reliable and efficient operations.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

401(k) Plan

Unlimited PTO

Weekly Team Lunches

Snack Stocked Office

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in electronic hardware development.
• Expertise in digital and analog circuit design, signal integrity, and power systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of electronic hardware, including schematics and PCB layout.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements and deliver integrated solutions.
• Conduct hardware design using Cadence tools and simulation with SPICE and EMI/EMC analysis software.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

OrCAD

KiCAD

Cadence tools

Job description

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Founded in 2015 in Austin, Texas, Swift Sensors is a leading innovator in wireless sensor technology and cloud-based monitoring solutions. Our mission is to empower facility managers to ensure healthy, safe, secure, and efficient operations. With real-time monitoring of critical equipment, environmental conditions, and energy usage, our platform delivers actionable insights through advanced analytics and mobile alerts.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Lead Hardware Engineer to drive the design and development of wireless sensors and gateways used across industrial environments. You’ll lead hardware engineering efforts from concept through production, collaborating with global partners to deliver robust, manufacturable, and supportable products. This is an exciting opportunity to work on innovative solutions that make a tangible impact on industries around the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of electronic hardware, including schematics, PCB layout, component selection, and prototyping.
• Design ultra-low-power circuits for extended battery life in industrial applications.
• Optimize RF performance in complex industrial environments.
• Develop robust designs that operate reliably under extreme temperatures.
• Implement efficient power management systems.
• Oversee firmware updates and hardware integration for new devices.
• Conduct hardware design using Cadence tools and simulation with SPICE and EMI/EMC analysis software.
• Utilize advanced testing equipment such as spectrum and network analyzers and environmental chambers.
• Leverage in-house prototyping tools including 3D printing and SMT assembly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (software, mechanical, manufacturing, QA) to define requirements and deliver integrated solutions.
• Lead design reviews, validation testing, and regulatory compliance processes (e.g., FCC, CE, UL).
• Establish accuracy specifications and calibration procedures for sensor measurements.
• Manage project timelines and resources to ensure on-time delivery.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and components to enhance performance and reduce cost.
• Maintain thorough technical documentation including design specs, test plans, and engineering reports.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in electronic hardware development.

Technical Skills

• Expertise in digital and analog circuit design, signal integrity, and power systems.
• Proficiency with EDA tools such as Altium Designer, OrCAD, or KiCAD.
• Experience with embedded systems and microcontroller integration.
• Familiarity with wireless technologies including BLE, LoRa, ZigBee, and Z-Wave.
• Proficient in hardware testing tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc.).
• Strong understanding of EMI/EMC principles and regulatory standards (FCC, CE, UL).
• Experience with BLE stack development tools and libraries.
• Deep knowledge of hardware interfaces and communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, GPIO).
• Firmware development experience in C, preferably with Nordic tools.

Soft Skills

• Excellent project management and organizational capabilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven leadership and team mentorship experience.

Why Join Swift Sensors?

At Swift Sensors, we’re shaping the future of remote monitoring. As part of our team, your contributions will be seen, valued, and impactful. We offer a collaborative environment led by seasoned experts in cloud computing, security, wireless IoT, and sensor technologies.

Join us and make a difference in the systems that protect people, property, and the environment every day.

• Medical Coverage: Competitive health plans with company premium support.
• 401(k) Plan: Plan for your future with confidence.
• Unlimited PTO: Encouraging a healthy work-life balance.
• Taco Tuesdays: Weekly breakfast tacos, because Austin.
• Weekly Team Lunches: Enjoy catered meals with colleagues.
• Snack Stocked Office: You’ll never work hungry.
• Dynamic Culture: Innovation is at the heart of everything we do.
• Inclusive Workplace: Diverse perspectives fuel our growth and success.

Swift Sensors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Project Management

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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