Controls Hardware Engineer I

Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Works closely with embedded project engineers to design schematics for microcontroller-based building automation (analog and digital) and control systems to meet customer requirements and in testing developed products based on those schematics.
• Produces printed circuit board layouts for microcontroller-based systems using through both hole and surface mount devices.
• Works closely with contract manufactures to ensure design is production ready and quality is maintained.
• Works closely with purchasing to evaluate compatible component cross matches or component substitutions to reduce lead times or production delays due to availability or EOL situations.
• Collaborates with the testing department to assess and develop test methods to assist with validation and quality control checks.
• Maintains product and company reputation by complying with company policies which include confidentiality and compliance with federal, state, and industry regulations.
• Advances professional and technical knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, studying new and advanced programming techniques, reviewing professional publications, and utilizing web based resources.
• Manages time with minimal oversight on multiple concurrent projects.
• Monitors for and troubleshoots failure tendencies in production and after product delivery.
• Develops product packaging, in 3D environments, to meet various installation requirements in heated, ventilated, air-conditioned, and uncontrolled environments.
• Develops shipping packaging and procedures to ensure reliable product protection during shipping.
• Assists embedded project engineers as required on specific projects.
• Keeps familiar with current certification standards (UL, Title 24, etc.) and verifies products pass and maintain certification.
• Assists test department in developing test procedures and test fixtures.
• Assists Sales Marketing with developing technical documentation and specifications.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B. A. / B. S.) from four-year college or university; and four years related experience and/or training;
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or Electronics Engineering is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Communicates effectively in written and spoken form.
• Exhibits good decision making and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrates strong multi-tasking capabilities and organizational skills.
• Works with minimal supervision.
• Works effectively in a team environment.
• Math aptitude
• Knowledge and understanding of mechanical design and spatial reasoning in 3D Design
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of electrical or electronic systems, voltage, current, resistance, capacitance, inductance, relays and the like.
• Digital multi-meter
• Oscilloscope
• Wave/frequency generator
• Soldering/De-soldering
• HIPOT tester
• Electronic Load
• Ability to design and work on digital and analog circuitry including AC/DC power supplies.
• Ability to design and work with microcontroller systems and other digital systems.
• Ability to use a 2D-3D design program like Altium to develop designs.