Hardware Engineer

Hardware EngineerLocation: Mountain View, CA Onsite/ Remote: Day 1 Onsite at customer locationThe pay rate for this role is ***/hr to ***/hr including any bonuses or variable pay.Qualifications (Skills Experiences Education)10+ years of hardware engineering experience in automotive or embedded electronics developmentEducation Required: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related fieldDesired: Master's degree in electrical engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related fieldExpert communicator across cultural and team boundariesStrong problem-solving and debugging abilitiesExcellent attention to detail and documentationClear and effective verbal and written communicationAbility to work independently and as part of a cross-functional teamStrong organizational and time management skillsSpecialized Skills:Required: Experience in design and development of ECUs or embedded electronic systemsProficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout toolsExperience with hardware bring-up, board-level debugging, and validationFamiliarity with automotive communication protocols: CAN, LIN, FlexRay, EthernetHands-on experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, power supplies)Understanding of functional safety (ISO 26262) and EMI/EMC considerationsDesired: Knowledge of connected vehicle infotainment and communication software systemsKnowledge of DFMEA, DVP R, and other automotive quality processesRole SummaryThe We are looking for a Hardware Engineer to join the Hardware Platform Development team at CARIAD. This role focuses on the design, development, validation, and support of Electronic Control Units (ECUs) and related electrical/electronic hardware systems for next-generation vehicles. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in automotive hardware development, including board-level design, schematic/layout review, and system bring-up. This position collaborates closely with software engineers, validation teams, and suppliers to ensure robust, production-ready EE platforms.Role ResponsibilitiesList essential functions in order of importance; include percentage of time spent performing each function (total should equal 100%)Hardware Development – (80%)Design and develop ECU hardware solutions in collaboration with cross-functional teamsReview and validate schematics, layouts, and component selectionsSupport hardware bring-up, system integration, and functional validationDevelop and maintain detailed hardware documentation (design specs, BOMs, schematics, test plans)Work closely with software engineers to support low-level integration and debuggingParticipate in failure analysis and root cause investigationsInterface with external suppliers and contract manufacturers on hardware buildsEnsure compliance with internal design standards, industry regulations, and automotive quality processesOperational Management - (20%)Assist with production and manufacturing test development for ECU hardwareSupport prototype and pre-production builds, including rework and hardware modificationsMonitor and report on technical risks, delivery timelines, and quality issuesContribute to team knowledge sharing and continuous improvement of development processes"**" is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We promote and support a diverse workforce at all levels of the company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. All applicants will be evaluated solely based on their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions with or without reasonable accommodations. Reasonable accommodations also are available in the hiring process for applicants with disabilities. Candidates can request a reasonable accommodation by contacting the company ADA Coordinator at ***.