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Hardware Design Engineer

Actalent
Wooster, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 7/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/10/2026

Hardware Design Engineer (Hybrid!)

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Hardware Design Engineer to join our team. This role involves digital and analog circuit design primarily using Altium, PCB design and layout, USB and microprocessor design, and new product development. You will also be responsible for firmware debugging for microprocessors in C/C language, ensuring products meet FDA and EU standards, and writing final test procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Design digital and analog circuits using Altium, with a focus on digital design.
  • Conduct PCB design and layout, primarily focusing on design aspects.
  • Develop USB and microprocessor designs.
  • Participate in new product development by researching new technology and modifying PCB designs for next-generation products.
  • Debug firmware for microprocessors using C/C language.
  • Ensure products meet FDA and EU standards.
  • Write final test procedures.

Essential Skills

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a similar field (Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering with additional experience may be considered).
  • 3 years of professional experience with PCB Design.
  • Proficiency in Altium or a similar PCB Design package.
  • Understanding of firmware development using C/C for microprocessors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience with circuit design and firmware.
  • Strong knowledge of PCB design and layout.

Work Environment

The position offers 1-2 days of remote flexibility per week after training. The team consists of 40 engineers, including mostly Software Engineers, 12 Mechanical Engineers, and 1 Hardware Engineer. The company develops impactful speech-generating devices tailored for individuals who have difficulty speaking. Additionally, the company offers ESOP benefits.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Wooster, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

Company Benefits Paid Time Off Bereavement Leave Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability ESOP

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Wooster,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 23, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $70,000 - $100,000

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