Hardware Engineer PCB, Level 5

Job Description

Job Description

The world's largest HVAC company in Houston, TX is seeking a Principal Engineer in Hardware Engineering to lead and participate in the development of PCB / hardware for HVAC equipment. The role requires an understanding of electro-mechanical systems and involves working closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement hardware solutions that meet performance, quality, and cost requirements. The successful candidate must have expertise in hardware design, system integration, signal integrity analysis, and testing methodologies. They will lead design reviews, identify and resolve design issues, and provide technical guidance and support throughout the product development lifecycle. The Principal Engineer will also mentor and coach junior engineers and keep up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Position Responsibilities May include :

Technical -

• Develop PCB (BOM, Schematic and Layout), with relays, RS485, BLE, Zigbee and microcontrollers
• Schematic capture
• Component selection and symbol / footprint creation
• Pre-production design validation via SPICE Simulation
• Post-production board bring-up and validation
• Alternate / substitute parts analysis
• Perform detailed bench and lab testing of hardware
• EMI / EMC driven design
• Analyze application and determine appropriate IEC tests for the PCBs
• Create and maintain project documentation, such as design specifications and BOMs (Bill of Materials)
• Analyze and evaluate design specifications to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Develop test plans and perform testing to validate and verify PCB designs
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as mechanical and electrical engineers, to ensure successful integration of PCB designs
• Optimize designs for performance, cost, and manufacturability
• Identify and troubleshoot issues with existing PCB designs
• Manage and oversee PCB fabrication and assembly processes
• Ensure adherence to design and manufacturing standards and guidelines
• Design and implement complex multi-layer PCBs
• Develop and maintain design libraries and component databases
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical expertise and recommendations
• Evaluate and select appropriate materials and components for PCB designs
• Develop and implement PCB testing procedures and quality control measures

Other -

Nature & Scope :

Knowledge & Skills : Technical -

Process -

Experience :

Education / Certification :

People Management : No

Physical Requirements / Work Environment :

Reports To : Manager, Hardware Engineer.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV / AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.