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# Hardware Development Engineer Level 2

- **Company:** Planet Group
- **Location:** Mayfield Heights, OH, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $83,200.0 - $93,600.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Automation of Tests, Boolean Algebra, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), CPLD, Test Scripts, Hardware Testing
- **Published:** June 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=00dfe4667d56bbe5

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Schematic development for electrical drafting?, * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar technical degree

 * At least 2 years of hands-on experience in cross-functional hardware product development
 * Experience using design capture tools, able to read & understand schematics
 * In-depth knowledge of circuit theory and operation, including microprocessors, digital logic devices, analog and/or DC-power conversion, programmable devices (CPLDs, FPGAs)
 * Hands-on experience with hardware test equipment, including debuggers, precision oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
 * Programming experience in Python and/or C++ with a passion for outside-the-box thinking to leverage these tools in automated test applications within hardware development
 * Experience working in a scaled Agile environment
 * Familiarity with functional safety standards (e.g. IEC61508) and/or EMC standards (e.g. IEC61000)
 * Strong attention to detail and ownership
 * Excellent written and verbal communication
 * Growth mindset with willingness to learn, mentor and expand technical ownership????

## Description

* Collaborate on an agile team to design and develop new industrial automation products, including overall architecture and hardware verification
 * Program, analyze, and troubleshoot electronic hardware prototypes
 * Prepare product design documentation and test reports
 * Contribute to technical initiatives such as researching new technologies, implementing new circuit design tools, and troubleshooting failures
 * Work with technical peers to implement test automation and design simulation solutions
 * Build relationships across teams to deepen understanding of the product development lifecycle
 * Contribute to a continuous improvement culture, refining engineering best practices


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