Electrical Hardware Engineer IV - PCB Design - RF, Wi-FI, & high-speed ethernet design

This role requires 2-3 days a week onsite in Colorado Springs, CO.

Relocation assistance is available for those open to relocating.

KORE1, a nationwide provider of staffing and recruiting solutions, has an immediate opening for an Electrical Hardware Engineer IV - PCB Design - RF, Wi-FI, & high-speed ethernet design

We are looking to hire a talented and hardworking Hardware Engineer to develop, design, and support our handheld network testing products. You will work across multiple products simultaneously and collaborate closely with software, mechanical, manufacturing, and test engineering teams. This role includes ownership of embedded hardware subsystems, high‑speed networking interfaces, RF/Wi‑Fi modules, and next‑generation product development.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Design and develop embedded hardware subsystems for handheld network testing products, including ARM‑based CPU subsystems, measurement subsystems, and high‑speed networking interfaces (up to 10Gbps).
• Perform schematic design and oversee PCB layout (executed by third‑party partners), ensuring signal integrity, power integrity, and manufacturability.
• Develop hardware systems that include circuit boards, processors, memory subsystems (including DDR5), LCDs, touch screens, rechargeable batteries, and high‑speed network interfaces.
• Design analog circuits for low‑voltage power supplies, USB power delivery, battery charging, and measurement systems for resistance and PoE parameters.
• Integrate and support FPGA logic (Altera/Intel or AMD), including VHDL‑based packet processing and reuse of existing FPGA designs.
• Collaborate with software developers during board bring‑up and system debugging.
• Work closely with mechanical engineering on handheld device constraints, including thermal management, heat‑sink design, and overall form factor.
• Partner with contract manufacturers (primarily in California) to resolve PCB/PCBA build questions and sign off on final board designs.
• Create hardware design specifications, documentation, and component selection criteria for new products.
• Specify new parts, vendors, and schematic symbols; evaluate chipsets and components during early design phases.
• Support supply chain teams with component lifecycle management, including end‑of‑life redesigns, alternative qualifications, and last‑time‑buy decisions.
• Interface with PLM systems for component control and bill‑of‑materials accuracy.
• Support currently shipping products by troubleshooting component issues, product failures, and customer escalations (thermal issues, drop failures, field bugs, etc.).
• Work with test engineering to define factory test fixture requirements and ensure high first‑pass yields (95% ).
• Conduct early thermal modeling, bench testing, and chamber testing to validate thermal solutions.
• Apply power‑reduction techniques to extend battery life in handheld devices.
• Support EMI/ESD compliance pre‑scans and collaborate with external labs for FCC, CE, and global certification requirements.
• Participate in global product releases across North America, EMEA, APAC, and other regions.
• Ramp quickly in the first 90 days to begin schematic design for next‑generation products, following established design milestones.

Education & Experience

• BS or higher in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical hardware design.

Core Hardware Engineering

• Experience with PCB/A design for high‑speed networking interfaces and embedded CPU subsystems.
• Experience in the design of embedded CPU sub‑systems.
• Ability to analyze design issues and solve problems effectively.
• Ability to solve practical problems and work with a variety of concrete variables where limited standardization exists.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to solving complex problems on time.
• Creativity to keep development schedules on track under all conditions.

High‑Speed Digital, Memory & Interfaces

• Knowledge of high‑speed communication bus design and layout techniques (USB, PCIe, XFI).
• Familiarity with DDR2/DDR3 memory design is required; exposure to DDR5 is beneficial.
• Knowledge of I2C, SPI, and other low‑speed communication buses.
• Experience designing hardware for 10Gbps Ethernet and other high‑speed networking interfaces.

RF, Wireless & Compliance

• Experience with EMI and ESD compliance testing and design mitigation strategies.
• Experience supporting global regulatory certifications (FCC, CE, EMI/ESD, etc.).
• Background experience working with RF systems, Wi-Fi modules (Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7), or wireless test equipment is highly beneficial.

Tools, Debug & FPGA

• Experience with Cadence Allegro schematic capture and PCB layout tools; familiarity with Altium is a plus.
• Knowledge of oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and other hardware debugging equipment.
• Experience with Altera/Intel and/or Xilinx/AMD FPGA design and VHDL is a plus.

Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Lifecycle

• Ability to collaborate with contract manufacturers and review PCB/PCBA builds.
• Experience managing ECO processes and working closely with supply chain on component selection and lifecycle issues.
• Experience supporting customer escalations through structured failure analysis (thermal issues, drop failures, field bugs, etc.).
• Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Communication & Collaboration

• Communication skills are paramount.
• Ability to interact effectively with engineers and operations teams to develop new products.
• Ability to present information clearly and respond to questions from managers, peers, and customers.

Location

• Ability to work onsite in Colorado 2-3 days per week; relocation support and sign‑on bonus available.

Compensation depends on experience but is typically $124-171,600K

ABOUT KORE1

Specializing in professional and technical recruiting, KORE1 is committed to supporting top IT, Engineering, Creative, Scientific, Accounting and Finance professionals in their career paths. We build deep relationships with leading companies, connecting them to exceptional talent every day. With extensive industry expertise and unmatched opportunities, our goal is to provide a unique experience for our contractors and consultants as they prepare for their next role. We are passionate about matching the right people with the right companies.

Kore1 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Kore1 complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Kore1 expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Kore1's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.