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# Hardware Design Engineer

- **Company:** Actalent
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $215,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Bash Shell, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Embedded Software, Firmware, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Design, MATLAB, Verification and Validation (Software), Static Timing Analysis, SystemVerilog, Tcl (Programming Language), Verilog, VHSIC Hardware Description Language (VHDL), Scripting, Direct Programming Interface, Gitlab, Software Defined Radio
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/md/annapolis-junction/ea86a689-51a2-4a25-b618-c6c1e0207ca6

## About the Role

Linux
MATLAB
Writing
Verilog
Physics
Firmware
Equities
Budgeting
Debugging
Visionary
Mentorship
Innovation
Market Data
Hardware Design
Customer Service
Embedded Systems
Embedded Software
Computer Engineering
Technical Leadership
Architectural Design
Electrical Engineering
Static Timing Analysis
C (Programming Language)
Bash (Scripting Language)
Digital Signal Processing
Engineering Design Process
Tcl (Programming Language)
C++ (Programming Language)
Software Defined Radio (SDR)
Printed Circuit Board Design
Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA)
VHSIC Hardware Description Language (VHDL)
SystemVerilog (Direct Programming Interface)
Top Secret-Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI Clearance)

At least 6 years, * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

 * Minimum of 6 years of experience.
 * Experience with RTL development (VHDL, Verilog, or System Verilog).
 * Experience with FPGA design, synthesis, and P&R tools.
 * Experience developing Verilog/System Verilog test benches.
 * Exposure to DSP concepts and Signals & Systems.
 * Experience working in Linux and/or Windows environment.
 * Strong oral and written communication skills.
 * Active Top Secret clearance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

 * Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field.
 * Experience with Software Defined Radio (SDR) concepts & tools (GNU Radio, Matlab, etc.).
 * Experience with C/C++, Bash, Tcl/TK, and GitLab.
 * Experience with FPGA design using Xilinx's tool suite.
 * Experience using soft/hard IP cores in FPGAs/ASICs.
 * Exposure to embedded software development.
 * Exposure to PCB design and development.
 * Python scripting., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

## Description

The primary role of the Hardware Design Engineer is to lead FPGA architecture, design, and development efforts in support of advanced embedded systems solutions. This position involves close collaboration with software and system engineers to architect, implement, verify, and debug FPGA and embedded firmware designs. The ideal candidate is technically strong, adaptable, customer-focused, and capable of leading small technical efforts while mentoring junior engineers and contributing to continuous innovation., * Lead FPGA architecture, design, coding, verification, and lab debug activities.

 * Develop and analyze RTL using VHDL, Verilog, or System Verilog.
 * Perform FPGA synthesis, place & route, and timing analysis using industry-standard tools.
 * Develop and execute test benches for verification and validation.
 * Collaborate with software and system engineers to define hardware/firmware interfaces.
 * Integrate and validate FPGA designs within embedded systems environments.
 * Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical leadership initiatives.