What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hardware Engineer II - Electrical Circuits position at SGS Consulting?
Job Details
Role Mandate:
The main function of a hardware engineer is to research, design, develop, test computer or computer-related equipment for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. A typical hardware engineer is responsible for the manufacture and installation of computer or computer-related equipment and components.
Candidate Value Proposition:
The ideal candidate will be working with a collaborative team that is very supportive of one another. There are weekly team meetings for data review.
Role Responsibilities:
- Analyze information to determine plan layout, including type of computers and peripheral equipment modifications
Assemble and modify existing pieces of equipment to meet special needs
Build, test, and modify product prototypes using working models or theoretical models constructed with computer simulation
Evaluate factors such as reporting formats required, cost constraints, and need for security restrictions to determine hardware configuration
Monitor functioning of equipment and make necessary modifications to ensure system operates in conformance with specifications
Performance Measurement: - Against tasks assigned
Complexity, quick on delivery
How they pick up on work stream
Must-Have Skills: - Basic knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings and models
Basic knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control and operation of telecommunications systems
Basic knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology
Basic knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology
Basic knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming
Previous experience with computer applications and design software related to engineering field
Technical background
Experience working with electrical testing
IP experience
Nice-to-Have Skills: - Automation
Python
Experience working with electrical circuits
Soft Skills: - Attention to detail
Creativity
Verbal and written communication skills
Analytical and problem solving ability
Team player and detail oriented
Education/Experience: - Bachelor's degree in engineering