What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hardware Engineer W2 role position at PDDN INC.?
Job Description
Role: Hardware Engineer
Work location: Mountain View, CA
Interview: Phone/Video
Job Type: Contract (C2C/W2)
Job Description:
We are looking for a Hardware Engineer to join the Hardware Platform Development team. This role focuses on the design, development, validation, and support of Electronic Control Units (ECUs) and related electrical/electronic hardware systems for next-generation vehicles.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in automotive hardware development, including board level design, schematic/layout review, and system bring-up. This position collaborates closely with software engineers, validation teams, and suppliers to ensure robust, production-ready EE platforms"
Key Responsibilities:
Hardware Development – (80%)
• Design and develop ECU hardware solutions in collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Review and validate schematics, layouts, and component selections
• Support hardware bring-up, system integration, and functional validation
• Develop and maintain detailed hardware documentation (design specs, BOMs, schematics, test plans)
• Work closely with software engineers to support low-level integration and debugging
• Participate in failure analysis and root cause investigations
• Interface with external suppliers and contract manufacturers on hardware builds
• Ensure compliance with internal design standards, industry regulations, and automotive quality processes
Operational Management - (20%)
• Assist with production and manufacturing test development for ECU hardware
• Support prototype and pre-production builds, including rework and hardware modifications
• Monitor and report on technical risks, delivery timelines, and quality issues
• Contribute to team knowledge sharing and continuous improvement of development processes
What are the Mandatory skills and skill proficiencies required for this position?
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field
• Experience in design and development of ECUs or embedded electronic systems
• Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout tools
• Experience with hardware bring-up, board-level debugging, and validation
• Familiarity with automotive communication protocols: CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, power supplies)
• Understanding of functional safety (ISO 26262) and EMI/EMC considerations
What are the Optional skills and skill proficiencies for this position?
• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field
• Knowledge of connected vehicle infotainment and communication software systems
• Knowledge of DFMEA, DVP&R, and other automotive quality processes
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.