Electronics Hardware Engineer

Cowboy
Brussels, Belgium
3 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Brussels, Belgium

Tech stack

LTE (Telecommunication)
Adobe InDesign
Altium Designer
C++
CANopen
Firmware
Hardware Design
Packet Analyzer
Software Reliability Testing
Systems Architecture
Systems Integration
Test Scripts
Pcb Layout
GNSS
Hardware Debugging

Job description

Cowboy is looking for a Senior Electronics Hardware Engineer to lead the design, validation, and industrialization of the electronic subsystems that power our e-bikes - with a particular focus on connectivity, from communication modules (BLE, GNSS, EDGE, LTE-M, Qi) to sensor systems. You'll own hardware design end-to-end, from schematic through certification and productization, working closely with firmware, mechanical, and supply chain teams to bring robust, connected hardware to riders at scale., * Design and develop analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits for Cowboy's cellular/BLE/GNSS communication modules and sensor systems, including schematics, PCB layout + antenna layout, and design reviews.

  • Select components based on performance, cost, availability, reliability, and lifecycle risk.
  • Drive RED, CE certification, and EMC compliance for electronic subsystems, including test preparation, lab coordination, and issue resolution. Work with test houses and notified bodies.
  • Technical follow-up of Asian suppliers doing outsourced development projects
  • Validate hardware through bench testing, system integration, environmental and reliability testing, and field trials to confirm compliance with design specs.
  • Bring up prototypes, troubleshoot hardware issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
  • Coordinate with EMS partners and component suppliers on manufacturing qualification and transfer.
  • Participate in design reviews and provide technical input on system architecture, risk assessment, and design trade-offs.
  • Maintain schematics, test reports, BOMs, qualification records, and engineering change documentation.
  • Analyze test results and recommend design improvements for performance, manufacturability, and reliability.
  • Work with the firmware team on embedded hardware and software co-design and integration.
  • Implementing new powertrain systems onto ebikes (Battery management systems, BLDC motor, motor controller, torque sensors, …)

Requirements

Experience with e-bike powertrains - BLDC motor systems and battery management systems - is a strong plus, as is hands-on experience navigating CE, RED, and other electronics certifications., * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related field.

  • At least 5-7 years of experience in electronic hardware design and development, ideally in automotive or e-mobility.
  • Strong understanding of analog and digital circuit design principles.
  • Strong, in-depth understanding of BLDC motors and control systems
  • Understanding of the BMSs and battery protection mechanisms
  • Experience with radio technologies such as BLE 4.0, EDGE, LTE-M, GNSS, Qi 1.2.4/Qi2.0
  • Experience creating schematics and PCB LGA/BGA layouts
  • Experience in antenna placement within complex 3D environments
  • Strong proficiency with Altium Designer
  • Hands-on experience and willingness to manually assemble PCBs with solder paste and a reflow oven
  • Hands-on experience with lab equipment: Vector Network Analyser, Oscilloscope, and logic analyser
  • Experience with RED, EMC, and CE testing and certification processes.
  • Strong hardware debugging, troubleshooting, and validation and verification skills.
  • Able to manage multiple tasks, working both independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with Nordic chips, and/or uBlox modules
  • Experience with CANopen is a plus
  • Experience with dynamic powertrain control systems
  • Experience with battery-powered low-power systems
  • Familiarity with EMS and manufacturing partner qualification processes.
  • Experience with C++ and ZephyrOS

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