Project Manager, Virtual Design & Construction

ACCO Engineered Systems; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCO Engineered Systems is seeking a Senior Hardware Engineer to design next‑generation electrical hardware for semiconductor flow control products and test fixtures. You will own hardware design across the full lifecycle, from concept and schematic capture to production readiness, collaborating with R&D, firmware, systems, and software teams.

You will lead PCB design using Altium Designer, handle mixed‑signal analog and microcontroller interfaces, perform validation, and enable high‑volume

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or closely related field.
• 5+ years hands-on hardware design experience preferred in semiconductor equipment or industrial automation.
• Experience with Altium Designer for schematic capture and PCB layout.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and validate electrical hardware systems including PCBs with microcontrollers and mixed-signal circuits.
• Perform schematic capture and PCB layout using Altium Designer.
• Implement and debug interfaces such as USB, UART, I2C, SPI, CAN, RS‑485.
• Lead hardware development from prototype to high‑volume manufacturing with PLM tooling.
• Apply DFM and DFT principles across fabrication, assembly, and test processes.
• Collaborate with R&D, firmware, systems, and software teams for hardware requirements.
• Provide sustaining engineering support and root-cause analysis of hardware issues.

Skills

Hardware design

Altium Designer

Mixed-signal design

Schematic capture

PCB layout

DFM/DFT

Embedded systems

Testing and validation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

PLM tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Job description

The Senior Hardware Engineer is responsible for developing next‑generation electrical hardware for advanced semiconductor flow control products and related test fixtures. This role owns hardware design across the full product lifecycle, from initial concept and schematic capture through high‑volume manufacturing readiness. The position works across multiple engineering and operations teams to deliver reliable, production‑ready designs. Success in this role requires technical depth, adaptability, and the ability to work effectively in a changing development environment.

Specific Job Duties

• Design, develop, and validate electrical hardware systems, including custom printed circuit boards utilizing microcontrollers, mixed‑signal analog circuits (op‑amps, ADCs, DACs), and low‑voltage DC power conversion.
• Perform schematic capture and PCB layout using Altium Designer, ensuring compliance with signal integrity best practices and applicable industry standards.
• Implement, integrate, and debug digital communication interfaces such as USB, UART, I2C, SPI, CAN, and RS‑485.
• Lead hardware development through the full product lifecycle, transitioning designs from prototype to high‑volume manufacturing (HVM) using PLM tools for revision control and documentation.
• Apply Design‑for‑Manufacturability (DFM) and Design‑for‑Test (DFT) principles, leveraging deep knowledge of PCB fabrication, assembly, and test processes.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with R&D, firmware, systems, and software teams to define hardware requirements and ensure hardware/software compatibility.
• Partner with supply chain and quality teams to support component selection, resolve production issues, and review First Article Inspection (FAI) data.
• Provide sustaining engineering support for released products, including root‑cause analysis of hardware failures using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other diagnostic tools, and implement corrective actions and lessons learned.

Position Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field.

Behavioral Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a structured approach to troubleshooting.
• Ability to adapt to changing technical requirements and shifting project timelines.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• High level of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.

Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience in hardware design and development, preferably in semiconductor equipment or industrial automation.
• Expert‑level proficiency with Altium Designer (or similar EDA tools) for schematic capture and PCB layout.
• Strong experience designing embedded systems in mixed‑signal (analog/digital) environments.
• In‑depth knowledge of PCB fabrication and assembly processes, including SMT and electrical test methodologies.
• Experience with engineering documentation, configuration management, and disciplined execution against project timelines.

Ichor is committed to supporting your personal well‑being and professional development. Our benefits are designed to help you maintain a healthy work‑life balance, provide peace of mind, and prepare for your future. We offer medical, dental, and vision plans across all locations, allowing team members to select the coverage that best meets their healthcare needs and budget. Our benefits also include a paid time‑off program and paid holidays to support your time away from work. A summary of our benefits will be provided during the interview process.