What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hardware Prototyping Engineer position at BCforward?
Minimum Qualifications
6 years of hands-on experience in hardware prototyping, systems integration, or lab engineering, OR a relevant advanced degree 3 years equivalent experience.
Demonstrated ability to work as a self-starter: identifying problems, proposing solutions, and driving projects forward with minimal direction.
Working knowledge across multiple engineering disciplines (mechanical, electrical, and software) with the ability to understand how subsystems interact.
Proficiency with electrical debug tools including multimeters, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers for signal integrity and power analysis.
Experience with embedded systems debugging using tools such as adb, UART/serial consoles, JTAG, or similar interfaces.
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or equivalent practical experience.
Experience collaborating cross-functionally with hardware, firmware, and software teams to deliver integrated prototype systems.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with AR/VR or display system prototyping, including optical alignment and metrology.
Familiarity with PCB design review, schematic reading, and basic soldering/rework for prototype modification.
Experience with scripting or automation (Python, shell scripting) to support test, data collection, or process automation.
Experience with test/debug automation
Experience with latest AI tooling (eg: Claude, Codex, Gemini, etc.)
Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly, including torque-sensitive and precision-alignment operations.
Familiarity with firmware development environments, embedded Linux, or RTOS-based systems.
Experience building and maintaining lab infrastructure, test systems, or custom instrumentation.
Salary : $70 - $80