Hardware Engineer
for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Use - for any list of duties/requirements/benefits, and
for prose. Do NOT repeat job title as heading. Do NOT put Job ID/requisition numbers as headings. Preserve all substantive info; remove boilerplate, navigation, legal, EEO, equal-opportunity, scam-warning, duplicated lines, application instructions. Include a section ONLY when posting has real, specific content for it — never emit heading followed by filler/placeholder text (e.g., "commensurate with experience", "not specified", "N/A", "varies", "TBD") and never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless posting actually states them.
We have content: Job Description paragraph, Responsibilities (list), Essential Skills (list), Additional Skills & Qualifications (list), Job Type & Location (maybe schedule?), Pay And Benefits (pay range and benefits list), Workplace Type (maybe schedule?), Application Deadline (maybe schedule?), About Actalent (boilerplate to remove), equal opportunity etc (remove). Also "Job Type & Location" includes "Contract to Hire position based out of Everett, WA." That's location and type; maybe schedule? Not exactly schedule. Could be considered "Schedule" but not given. The posting does not give explicit schedule (like full-time, part-time, shift). So we should not create a Schedule section unless stated. There's "Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Everett,WA." That's location/type, not schedule. Could be considered "Workplace" but not required heading. The instructions only list specific headings: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We can choose which to include based on content.
We have "About the role": The job description paragraph could be considered About the role. So we can have
About the role
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Responsibilities: we have a big list of responsibilities. Should be
Responsibilities
with - each.
Requirements: Could be Essential Skills? Or maybe Requirements vs Qualifications vs Skills. The posting has "Essential Skills" and "Additional Skills & Qualifications". We could map Essential Skills to Requirements (or Skills). Additional Skills & Qualifications to Qualifications. But we need to avoid duplication. Let's decide: Use "Requirements" for Essential Skills (must-have). Use "Qualifications" for Additional Skills & Qualifications (nice-to-have). Use "Skills" maybe not needed if we already have those. But instructions say we can include sections only when posting has real specific content. We have content for Requirements (Essential Skills) and Qualifications (Additional Skills & Qualifications). We could also include Skills if we want but might be redundant. Better to include Requirements and Qualifications.
Pay: we have pay range and benefits. So we need Pay section (maybe include pay range) and Benefits section (list benefits). The instructions say: never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless posting actually states them. So we need both Pay and Benefits sections.
Schedule: Not explicitly stated; we have Workplace Type (fully onsite) and maybe Job Type (Contract to Hire) but not schedule like hours. So we should NOT create a Schedule section.
Thus sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Pay, Benefits.
We must not include boilerplate like About Actalent, EEO, etc. Also remove "Application Deadline" maybe considered schedule? It's a date; but not schedule. Could be considered metadata; but instructions say do not put Job ID/requisition numbers as headings — fold minor metadata into a short
or drop it. Application deadline is minor metadata; we could fold into a short
maybe under About the role or at end. But we should not create a heading for it. Could include as a paragraph after About the role? The instruction: "Do NOT repeat the job title as a heading (the page already shows it) and do NOT put Job ID / requisition numbers as headings — fold minor metadata into a short
or drop it." So we can include a short
for Application Deadline and maybe Job Type & Location. But we already have location in About the role? Could incorporate.
Better: Keep About the role paragraph includes description; we can add a short
after that for "Job Type: Contract to Hire. Location: Everett, WA. Application Deadline: Sep 11, 2026." That's minor metadata.
Now ensure we preserve all substantive information: responsibilities list, essential skills list, additional skills & qualifications list, pay range, benefits list.
We must not invent or summarize away detail. Keep details exactly as given.
Now produce HTML fragment.
Structure:
About the role
The Hardware Engineer designs, tests, and validates board-level hardware for advanced networking and microprocessor-based products. This role focuses on digital hardware design, high-speed Ethernet technologies, and system-level integration, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to bring products from concept through production release. Experience with microprocessor-based systems, computer networking hardware and protocols, and Ethernet LAN technologies at speeds of 10Gb/s and higher is important, and RF/analog circuit design experience is a plus.
Job Type: Contract to Hire. Location: Everett, WA. Application Deadline: Sep 11, 2026.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage assigned hardware projects through all phases from concept to production release, ensuring delivery according to established schedules.
- Develop conceptual designs and architectures, implement hardware solutions, run simulations, debug issues, and thoroughly document designs and test results.
- Test and debug prototypes and perform failure analysis on products using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, packet generators, frequency generators, and other lab equipment.
- Perform detailed signal analysis of digital and analog circuits and conduct protocol analysis of digital circuits to identify and resolve hardware issues.
- Conduct oscilloscope probing on fine pitch components and perform rework and soldering of wires and components, including very small and fine-pitch devices.
- Collaborate closely with product management to ensure designs meet Product Requirement Documents and Technical Product Specifications while maintaining target product cost.
- Thoroughly test and verify products to ensure full conformance with industry standard specifications and internal quality requirements.
- Execute and support required tests for compliance agencies such as UL, CSA, TUV, and FCC, diagnose compliance failures, and implement corrective actions.
- Create, realize, and maintain accurate product Bills of Materials (BoMs) to ensure smooth transition and release to production.
- Interface directly with PCB designers and mechanical engineers to resolve CAD-related issues and ensure cohesive electro-mechanical design integration.
- Partner with software engineering teams to support hardware-related aspects of software development and system-level integration.
- Work with purchasing teams to coordinate procurement of prototype components and materials needed for development and testing.
- Collaborate with DVT and STRE teams to analyze test results, interpret data, and drive design improvements based on validation outcomes.
- Make timely, well-reasoned decisions, explain and support design choices, and involve appropriate stakeholders in the decision-making process.
- Manage shifting priorities, maintain focus on commitments and deadlines, and plan and prioritize work activities to use time efficiently.
- Maintain regular, predictable attendance and work effectively despite interruptions and distractions, following instructions and responding to direction as needed.
- Commit to extended work hours when necessary to achieve project goals and meet critical milestones.
- Interact positively and productively across functions within the organization, taking ownership of responsibilities and actions.
- Build and maintain effective interpersonal relationships, receive and apply feedback to improve performance, and maintain a professional demeanor in stressful situations.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in a hardware design position (5+ years preferred), with a focus on digital hardware and board-level design.
- Hands-on experience designing and developing PCB-based systems using schematic capture and layout tools.
- Strong experience in microprocessor and embedded systems design, including system-level integration of microprocessor-based architectures.
- Knowledge of high-speed networking and Ethernet technologies, particularly Ethernet LAN products at speeds of 10Gb/s or higher, and related networking hardware protocols.
- Proficiency in digital hardware design for PCB and systems, including high-speed design and board-level signal integrity considerations.
- Experience with end-to-end product development, owning hardware projects from concept through production release.
- Ability to test and debug hardware using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, packet generators, frequency generators, and other signal analysis tools.
- Capability to perform detailed failure analysis and troubleshoot both digital and analog circuits at the component and system level.
- Skill in probing fine pitch components down to 0.4 mm pin spacing and soldering wires onto fine pitch component leads and surrounding circuits.
- Ability to rework and solder very small components down to 0.2 x 0.1 mm in size with precision and reliability.
- Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to document designs and test results clearly and comprehensively.
- Solid organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines effectively.
- Ability to work independently with minimal detailed supervision and guidance while driving projects to completion.
- Capacity to maintain a professional demeanor during stressful situations and to handle multiple interruptions and distractions effectively.
- Ability and willingness to make timely decisions, exercise sound and accurate judgment, and support and explain reasoning for decisions.
- Ability to prioritize, plan work activities, and use time efficiently while consistently meeting commitments and deadlines.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or equivalent education or training.
- Knowledge of RF and analog circuit design concepts and practices is a plus.
- Experience with analog circuit design, board design, and power design for complex electronic systems.
- Familiarity with schematic capture tools for hardware design and documentation.
- Basic working knowledge of standard lab test equipment, including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, packet generators, and frequency generators.
- Ability to interact positively and productively with cross-functional teams including product management, PCB design, mechanical engineering, software engineering, purchasing, and test/validation groups.
- Demonstrated ability to take ownership of responsibilities and actions, and to effectively handle interpersonal relationships.
- Ability to receive, accept, and apply feedback to continuously improve performance.
- Willingness to commit to extended work hours when necessary to reach project and organizational goals.
Pay
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $80.00/hr. 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.
Benefits
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/
for prose. Do NOT repeat job title as heading. Do NOT put Job ID/requisition numbers as headings. Preserve all substantive info; remove boilerplate, navigation, legal, EEO, equal-opportunity, scam-warning, duplicated lines, application instructions. Include a section ONLY when posting has real, specific content for it — never emit heading followed by filler/placeholder text (e.g., "commensurate with experience", "not specified", "N/A", "varies", "TBD") and never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless posting actually states them. We have content: Job Description paragraph, Responsibilities (list), Essential Skills (list), Additional Skills & Qualifications (list), Job Type & Location (maybe schedule?), Pay And Benefits (pay range and benefits list), Workplace Type (maybe schedule?), Application Deadline (maybe schedule?), About Actalent (boilerplate to remove), equal opportunity etc (remove). Also "Job Type & Location" includes "Contract to Hire position based out of Everett, WA." That's location and type; maybe schedule? Not exactly schedule. Could be considered "Schedule" but not given. The posting does not give explicit schedule (like full-time, part-time, shift). So we should not create a Schedule section unless stated. There's "Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Everett,WA." That's location/type, not schedule. Could be considered "Workplace" but not required heading. The instructions only list specific headings: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We can choose which to include based on content. We have "About the role": The job description paragraph could be considered About the role. So we can have
About the role
withcontaining that paragraph. Responsibilities: we have a big list of responsibilities. Should be
Responsibilities
with- each.
Requirements: Could be Essential Skills? Or maybe Requirements vs Qualifications vs Skills. The posting has "Essential Skills" and "Additional Skills & Qualifications". We could map Essential Skills to Requirements (or Skills). Additional Skills & Qualifications to Qualifications. But we need to avoid duplication. Let's decide: Use "Requirements" for Essential Skills (must-have). Use "Qualifications" for Additional Skills & Qualifications (nice-to-have). Use "Skills" maybe not needed if we already have those. But instructions say we can include sections only when posting has real specific content. We have content for Requirements (Essential Skills) and Qualifications (Additional Skills & Qualifications). We could also include Skills if we want but might be redundant. Better to include Requirements and Qualifications.
Pay: we have pay range and benefits. So we need Pay section (maybe include pay range) and Benefits section (list benefits). The instructions say: never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless posting actually states them. So we need both Pay and Benefits sections.
Schedule: Not explicitly stated; we have Workplace Type (fully onsite) and maybe Job Type (Contract to Hire) but not schedule like hours. So we should NOT create a Schedule section.
Thus sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Pay, Benefits.
We must not include boilerplate like About Actalent, EEO, etc. Also remove "Application Deadline" maybe considered schedule? It's a date; but not schedule. Could be considered metadata; but instructions say do not put Job ID/requisition numbers as headings — fold minor metadata into a short
or drop it. Application deadline is minor metadata; we could fold into a short
maybe under About the role or at end. But we should not create a heading for it. Could include as a paragraph after About the role? The instruction: "Do NOT repeat the job title as a heading (the page already shows it) and do NOT put Job ID / requisition numbers as headings — fold minor metadata into a short
or drop it." So we can include a short
for Application Deadline and maybe Job Type & Location. But we already have location in About the role? Could incorporate. Better: Keep About the role paragraph includes description; we can add a short
after that for "Job Type: Contract to Hire. Location: Everett, WA. Application Deadline: Sep 11, 2026." That's minor metadata. Now ensure we preserve all substantive information: responsibilities list, essential skills list, additional skills & qualifications list, pay range, benefits list. We must not invent or summarize away detail. Keep details exactly as given. Now produce HTML fragment. Structure:
About the role
The Hardware Engineer designs, tests, and validates board-level hardware for advanced networking and microprocessor-based products. This role focuses on digital hardware design, high-speed Ethernet technologies, and system-level integration, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to bring products from concept through production release. Experience with microprocessor-based systems, computer networking hardware and protocols, and Ethernet LAN technologies at speeds of 10Gb/s and higher is important, and RF/analog circuit design experience is a plus.
Job Type: Contract to Hire. Location: Everett, WA. Application Deadline: Sep 11, 2026.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage assigned hardware projects through all phases from concept to production release, ensuring delivery according to established schedules.
- Develop conceptual designs and architectures, implement hardware solutions, run simulations, debug issues, and thoroughly document designs and test results.
- Test and debug prototypes and perform failure analysis on products using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, packet generators, frequency generators, and other lab equipment.
- Perform detailed signal analysis of digital and analog circuits and conduct protocol analysis of digital circuits to identify and resolve hardware issues.
- Conduct oscilloscope probing on fine pitch components and perform rework and soldering of wires and components, including very small and fine-pitch devices.
- Collaborate closely with product management to ensure designs meet Product Requirement Documents and Technical Product Specifications while maintaining target product cost.
- Thoroughly test and verify products to ensure full conformance with industry standard specifications and internal quality requirements.
- Execute and support required tests for compliance agencies such as UL, CSA, TUV, and FCC, diagnose compliance failures, and implement corrective actions.
- Create, realize, and maintain accurate product Bills of Materials (BoMs) to ensure smooth transition and release to production.
- Interface directly with PCB designers and mechanical engineers to resolve CAD-related issues and ensure cohesive electro-mechanical design integration.
- Partner with software engineering teams to support hardware-related aspects of software development and system-level integration.
- Work with purchasing teams to coordinate procurement of prototype components and materials needed for development and testing.
- Collaborate with DVT and STRE teams to analyze test results, interpret data, and drive design improvements based on validation outcomes.
- Make timely, well-reasoned decisions, explain and support design choices, and involve appropriate stakeholders in the decision-making process.
- Manage shifting priorities, maintain focus on commitments and deadlines, and plan and prioritize work activities to use time efficiently.
- Maintain regular, predictable attendance and work effectively despite interruptions and distractions, following instructions and responding to direction as needed.
- Commit to extended work hours when necessary to achieve project goals and meet critical milestones.
- Interact positively and productively across functions within the organization, taking ownership of responsibilities and actions.
- Build and maintain effective interpersonal relationships, receive and apply feedback to improve performance, and maintain a professional demeanor in stressful situations.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in a hardware design position (5+ years preferred), with a focus on digital hardware and board-level design.
- Hands-on experience designing and developing PCB-based systems using schematic capture and layout tools.
- Strong experience in microprocessor and embedded systems design, including system-level integration of microprocessor-based architectures.
- Knowledge of high-speed networking and Ethernet technologies, particularly Ethernet LAN products at speeds of 10Gb/s or higher, and related networking hardware protocols.
- Proficiency in digital hardware design for PCB and systems, including high-speed design and board-level signal integrity considerations.
- Experience with end-to-end product development, owning hardware projects from concept through production release.
- Ability to test and debug hardware using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, packet generators, frequency generators, and other signal analysis tools.
- Capability to perform detailed failure analysis and troubleshoot both digital and analog circuits at the component and system level.
- Skill in probing fine pitch components down to 0.4 mm pin spacing and soldering wires onto fine pitch component leads and surrounding circuits.
- Ability to rework and solder very small components down to 0.2 x 0.1 mm in size with precision and reliability.
- Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to document designs and test results clearly and comprehensively.
- Solid organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines effectively.
- Ability to work independently with minimal detailed supervision and guidance while driving projects to completion.
- Capacity to maintain a professional demeanor during stressful situations and to handle multiple interruptions and distractions effectively.
- Ability and willingness to make timely decisions, exercise sound and accurate judgment, and support and explain reasoning for decisions.
- Ability to prioritize, plan work activities, and use time efficiently while consistently meeting commitments and deadlines.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or equivalent education or training.
- Knowledge of RF and analog circuit design concepts and practices is a plus.
- Experience with analog circuit design, board design, and power design for complex electronic systems.
- Familiarity with schematic capture tools for hardware design and documentation.
- Basic working knowledge of standard lab test equipment, including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, packet generators, and frequency generators.
- Ability to interact positively and productively with cross-functional teams including product management, PCB design, mechanical engineering, software engineering, purchasing, and test/validation groups.
- Demonstrated ability to take ownership of responsibilities and actions, and to effectively handle interpersonal relationships.
- Ability to receive, accept, and apply feedback to continuously improve performance.
- Willingness to commit to extended work hours when necessary to reach project and organizational goals.
Pay
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $80.00/hr. 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.
Benefits
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/