Hardware Engineer

Hardware Engineer

Pay Rate: $45.95 - 47.60/hr. Location: Irvine, CA Area Code: 949 ZIP Code: 92618 Start Date: Right Away Shift: 1st shift Keywords: Hardware Engineer Jobs; Irvine Jobs

Benefits: Medical / Health Benefits with multiple plan options, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental and Vision 401k On the job training / cross-training Life Insurance, disability insurance Voluntary life insurance for family members available. Accident and critical illness insurance optional. Scheduled performance reviews Referral program

Job Summary

The Hardware Engineer Temp will have a minimum of 3+ years of electronic circuits and systems design, integration and testing experience. Knowledge of RF systems or motor drives and controls is desirable. Experience with the use of test equipment, such as oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, DMMs, and signal generators. Knowledge of project engineering methods and troubleshooting techniques for electronic circuitry. Knowledge of test report and procedure generation. Familiar with one or more of the following: OrCAD, MATLAB, LabView, and/or VHDL.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Must have training with one or more of the following: Digital Signal Processing (DSP) RF Circuit Design Analog Circuit Design Digital Electronics Design FPGA Design Algorithm Development (Pattern Recognition and Object Tracking) LabView Automated Test Stand Design

Education and Experience

B.S.E.E. degree from and accredited university or equivalent; and 3+ years related experience and/or training. Masters in Electrical Engineering related field or an MBA is considered a plus. Experience and training in the Military/Aerospace Industry is desirable. Professional and/or technical certifications from accredited educational and vocational institutions desired.

Language Skills

Level 4: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Ability to communicate in English. Additionally, requires ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific journals. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers and members from the business community. Ability to write articles for publication. Required to have very good oral and written communications. Should be capable of making presentations to customers.

Mathematical Skills

Level 5: Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis. Ability to comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus and modern algebra.

Reasoning Ability

Level 5: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Develops and adapts to new research principles and techniques for application to product development. Determines nature and scope of testing necessary to meet project requirements. Ability to prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner.

Interpersonal Skills

As a member of the organization, the employee is expected to work effectively with co-workers, customers and others by sharing ideas in a constructive and positive manner; listening to and objectively considering ideas and suggestions from others; keeping commitments; keeping others informed of work progress, timetables and issues; addressing problems and issues constructively to find mutually acceptable and practical business solutions; addressing others by name, title or other respectful identifier and; respecting the diversity of our work force in actions words and deeds.

Interactions

Needs to be open-minded. Required to be a team player, cooperating with colleagues as required. Work may be independent, but will have interactions with fellow engineers and members from other departments, customers, vendors and corporate management. Should be capable to work individually and independently and under time pressure and lack of resources. Provides technical guidance and assistance to lower level engineers and electronics technicians.

Computer Skills

Personal Computer literate. Microsoft Office required. Knowledge of MATLAB, LabVIEW, and Schematic Capture (i.e. ORCAD or equivalent) is required.

Tools/Equipment Used on the Job

Personal computer. Telephone. Electronics lab equipment and tools. Calculator. Copier.

Physical/Mental Demands

Light Work: Position involves sitting, standing and/or walking. Position requires ability to frequently exert up to 10 pounds of force to move/lift objects and occasionally exert up to 20 pounds of force to move/lift objects. Requires strong oral/written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills. Advanced troubleshooting skills required. Will be required to work independently and with interdepartmental teams. Will be required to assist in the design and development of electronic systems. Will be required to write or assist in the development of test plans and test procedures. Will be required to assist in the automation of relevant test procedures and/or design and development of test fixtures. Will be required to assist in lab and field tests of electronic systems. Familiarity with AS9100 is desirable. US Citizenship only. Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.