What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hardware Engineer position at Actalent?
Description
Job Description: Seeking a highly motivated engineer for a hands-on role designing hardware for embedded electronic systems. This position involves developing and supporting electronic designs from concept through production, with a focus on single board computers or similar embedded platforms. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in both analog and digital design and is comfortable working across the full product lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and document electronic systems and components from initial concept through production release. Translate customer or internal requirements into hardware solutions, including defining test and verification strategies. Develop schematics using PCB CAD tools and support board layout through constraints, routing guidelines, and fabrication outputs. Perform analysis such as timing, signal integrity, and overall system performance. Design and simulate digital logic using programmable devices (e.g., FPGA, CPLD) and associated toolchains. Evaluate and select electronic components and create supporting models as needed. Conduct hardware bring-up, testing, and validation, including support for compliance, safety, and environmental standards. Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, software, systems, and manufacturing teams to balance design tradeoffs.
Skills
Hardware, Design, Pcb, Schematic capture, microprocessor, xpedition, ADS, altium
Top Skills Details
Hardware,Design,Pcb,Schematic capture,microprocessor
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree in EE - 5 years in related electronic circuit design experience - Experience with microprocessor based high-speed PCB design and CAD tools - Familiarity with a variety of test bench equipment - Strong and effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills - Eligibility to work on ITAR projects (US person) Desired Qualifications: - Familiarity with: Xpedition, Altium CAD tools - Keysight ADS simulation tools - FPGA development tools and Verilog or VHDL - ARM and x86 microprocessor and microcontroller designs - Design verification, testing and documentation - US citizenship
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rockville, MD.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $57.70 - $62.50/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a fully onsite position in Rockville,MD.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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 : $58 - $63