Embedded Hardware Engineer

Job Description

Contract Electrical Engineer I/II (Part-Time)
Schedule: 20-30 hours per week
Duration: Contract
Pay Rate: $58-63/hour
Position Summary
We are seeking a Contract Electrical Engineer (Level I/II) with experience using Altium Designer to support three active hardware development projects. This is a part-time contract role focused on schematic capture, PCB layout, design support, and hardware validation for embedded electronic products.
The ideal candidate has experience with PCB design, enjoys hands-on engineering work, and is comfortable contributing within an established engineering team. Will be partially onsite in Broomfield office with team. Opportunity to extend contract time depending on projects.
Current Projects

• Transformer Project: Schematic capture and PCB layout for a 4-channel BLE wireless module with motor drivers
• Ultra Project: LED board support for mechanical engineering light pipe evaluations
• Ultra Project: Wi-Fi/BLE wireless gateway design reviews with potential PCB layout support

Responsibilities

• Create and modify schematics and PCB layouts using Altium Designer
• Support the development of embedded electronic products utilizing Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and Wi-Fi technologies
• Assist with PCB layout updates, engineering change requests, and design improvements
• Participate in design reviews and implement hardware revisions
• Support prototype bring-up, testing, debugging, and validation activities
• Collaborate with electrical, firmware, mechanical, and manufacturing engineers throughout product development
• Maintain engineering documentation, BOMs, and design files
• Support multiple projects while meeting project schedules and deliverables

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent practical experience
• 2-5 years of electrical engineering experience (Level I/II)
• Proficiency with Altium Designer for schematic capture and PCB layout
• Experience designing analog, digital, or mixed-signal circuit boards
• Familiarity with embedded hardware and communication protocols such as I²C, SPI, UART, or PWM
• Experience supporting prototype builds and hardware debugging
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with BLE and/or Wi-Fi hardware
• Experience with battery-powered or low-power electronic devices
• Exposure to motor drivers, LED board design, or RF hardware
• Familiarity with design for manufacturability (DFM) and production support

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