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# 08 - Lead Engineer, Hardware Design

- **Company:** Celestica's Platform Solutions
- **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, Data Analysis, Systems Theories, Hardware Design, Simulation Software
- **Published:** October 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/9b2ee7a5-cc19-4b98-a412-f89e5b611da0

## About the Role

* 1 to 3 years of related experienc;Experience in similar job roles

Typical Education

Bachelor degree or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Educational Requirements may vary by Geography

## Description

The Lead Engineer, Hardware Design works with cross functional teams with other designers, customers, manufacturing engineering and project leadership to ensure robust and high quality product development. Enhance designs with feedback from reviews in areas such as manufacturing, test, supply chain, reliability, industrial design and simulations. Provide support throughout the manufacturing process of the electrical/mechanical system that they have designed.
The Lead Engineer, Hardware Design (Electrical) develops new electrical systems/circuits for various applications. Research system ideas and draw up plans for these systems, and capture them in schematics and system specifications. Test, simulate, validate and qualify their systems and make adjustments as needed
The Lead Engineer, Hardware Design (Mechanical) develops new mechanical systems/modules and maintains existing designs. Research mechanical concepts and create system solutions using 3D modeling and simulation software. Complete calculations and test, validate, and qualify their systems and make adjustments as needed.

Detailed Description

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

 * Design, develop and implement technical solutions in two or more technical areas. Lead smaller projects and may coordinate with other engineers including reviews of their work.
 * Review and interpret customer documentation, conduct appropriate research, analysis and experiments with minimal direction from senior staff.
 * Creates technical proposals (solution and timelines) based on requirements.
 * Research systems ideas and will draw up plans for these systems
 * Design, modify and implement systems that meet customer and Celestica needs.
 * Create designs in line with Celesticas procedures, regulations and customer standards
 * Keep up to date with relevant industry knowledge and regulations
 * Solve complex problems
 * Liaison with suppliers, customers, contractors, and other internal teams.
 * Recommend system modifications

Electrical:

 * Creation of Schematics, Bills of material, diagrams, drawings, etc.
 * Analysing and interpreting data and information
 * Creating reports and documentation

Mechanical:

 * Prepare calculations on the proposed solution before completing technical drawings. Sketch and draw up designs using input from other engineers, requirements and input from design review (DFx) team
 * Calculate factors like tolerance, dimensions, and thermal and structural analysis
 * Submit drawings to management, engineering teams and customers for review.
 * Provide support during the manufacturing process
 * Finalize designs and send prints to the production department

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

Refer to technical skills below

Physical Demands

 * Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.
 * Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data.
 * Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.
 * Occasional travel may be required., At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.