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# Embedded Systems Hardware Engineer

- **Company:** The Judge Group
- **Location:** Fremont, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $140,000.0 - $160,000.0
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Altium Designer, ARM Architecture, Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Digital Electronics, Embedded Software, Ethernet, Hardware Design, Real-Time Operating Systems, Robotic Automation Software, Schematic Capture, Signal Integrity, Software Requirements Analysis, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Serial Peripheral Interface, PIC Microcontroller, Test Scripts, Hardware Infrastructure, Pcb Layout
- **Published:** October 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/d3e69c07-e06b-4901-b4a8-9a188328e4c2

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
 * 5 years experience in a manufacturing environment.
 * Knowledge of robotics systems for semiconductor and solar industries.
 * Strong understanding of electronic design principles including analog and digital circuits, power management, and signal integrity.
 * Proficiency in PCB design tools (e.g., Altium, Cadence).
 * Experience with embedded microcontrollers (e.g., ARM Cortex, PIC, AVR).
 * Knowledge of communication protocols (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART, Ethernet).
 * Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded software development.
 * Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.

## Description

* Responsible for designing, developing, and testing the physical hardware components of embedded robotic systems, including controllers, sensors, actuators, and other electronic circuitry, ensuring seamless integration with software to create reliable and functional systems within specific product requirements; often collaborating closely with software engineers to achieve optimal system performance.
 * Develop detailed hardware specifications based on system requirements.
 * Design and schematic capture of electronic circuits using relevant tools (e.g., Cadence, Altium).
 * Select appropriate microcontrollers, memory devices, and other components based on performance and power constraints.
 * Create PCB layouts and ensure signal integrity and power management.
 * Build and test prototype hardware systems to verify design functionality.
 * Conduct comprehensive testing including electrical, environmental, and stress testing.
 * Debug hardware issues and implement necessary design modifications.
 * Collaborate with software engineers to integrate hardware with embedded software.
 * Perform system-level validation to ensure overall system performance meets requirements.
 * Generate detailed hardware design documentation including schematics, BOMs, and test reports.
 * Provide technical support for manufacturing and production processes.
 * Stay updated on new technologies and industry standards to incorporate advancements into future designs.