What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hardware Engineer position at PRI Global?
Hardware Engineer
Sunnyvale, CA
12 months contract
In this role, you will contribute to the design, validation, and documentation of hardware components and systems, partnering closely with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver high-quality results within defined timelines.
Responsibilities
- Support the design, bring-up, and validation of electronic hardware (e.g., boards, subsystems, modules) from concept through verification.
- Develop and execute test plans; perform bench testing, debug, and root-cause analysis of hardware issues.
- Document designs, requirements, validation results, and engineering changes clearly and accurately.
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners (e.g., electrical, mechanical, firmware, manufacturing, quality) to support program milestones and deliverables.
- Assist with component selection, schematic/layout reviews, and design-for-test/manufacturability considerations as needed.
- Provide regular status updates on assigned deliverables and risks, and support issue tracking and resolution.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- Hands-on experience with hardware development and lab-based debugging (e.g., use of oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, DMMs, power supplies).
- Experience reading/interpreting schematics and supporting board/system bring-up and validation.
Must-Have Skills
- Python debugging Hands-on experience with hardware development and lab-based debugging (e.g., use of oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, DMMs, power supplies).
- Experience developing test procedures and documenting results in a structured, reproducible way.
- Experience reading/interpreting schematics and supporting board/system bring-up and validation.
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Wearable/AR Device Experience