Hardware Development Engineer

About the role

Hardware engineers develop, improve, and maintain custom solutions supporting the reverse logistics refurbishment processes and test networks supporting Arvato's global customers.

Responsibilities

• Independently develop hardware components and construct housings and functional components
• Provide the layout for electronic circuits
• Structure control electronics, including wiring and networking of electronic components
• Program the control electronics and develop hardware-related software
• Conscientiously follow the continuous development, optimization and testing of the devices
• Develop and maintain test hardware that contains: steppers/servos/controllers, linkages/arms/actuators, microcontrollers, Arduino, raspberry pi, Linux commands
• PC and network knowledge, windows management, imaging, networks, USB device troubleshooting, router/network setup, TCP/IP knowledge
• Electrical troubleshooting of PCB's and panels, AC/DC knowledge, use of multimeter, various sensors like proximity switches, microphones, cameras
• Mechanical knowledge, use of hand/power tools, assembly/disassembly, identifying physical wear issues
• Travel as needed outside the US on project teams
• Office/Warehouse: Fully onsite
• Perform a variety of duties as required
• Flexibility based on business needs: work overtime, holidays, weekends, different shifts, and different areas of the warehouse
• Create instructions, processes, and procedures

Qualifications

• Associates in electrical engineering, mechatronics or a comparable qualification
• Broad-based basic electrical engineering knowledge, sound specialist knowledge in the fields of analogue and digital technology, embedded microcontrollers and EMC-compliant design and layout as well as knowledge of robotics, prototype construction, 3D printing, precision engineering, sensor technology and mechatronic disciplines
• Knowledge of programming in C, C++, C# and firmware development desirable
• Analytical skills, creativity, passion for development, initiative, strong communication and teamwork skills and ability to adapt quickly to the needs of the departments
• Knowledge of CAD, Fusion 360, MS office products
• Multilingual in Spanish and/or German, a plus
• SAP experience, preferred
• Ability to Commute: Louisville, KY

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability Pay
• 401(k) with company matching up to 6%
• Paid Time Off, including paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary benefits such as legal and financial assistance, pet insurance, and more
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing employee development opportunities including tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and training
• Commuter benefits
• Employee engagement activities