Hardware Development Engineer (Embedded Systems)
Job Description:
π§ Hardware Development Engineer (Embedded Systems)
π Zurich Area (with some home office) | Permanent
Were supporting a high-tech innovation-driven company based in the Zurich region in hiring a Hardware Development Engineer to strengthen their electronics team.
This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys taking hardware from early prototypes to industrialized products, with real impact on high-precision sensor technology.
π§ What youll be working on
- Designing analog & digital electronics for embedded sensor-based systems
- Developing hardware from concept prototype series production
- Creating schematics, managing component libraries & designing PCBs using Altium Designer
- Translating system needs into technical requirements & hardware concepts
- Supporting hardware bring-up, testing & design validation
- Participating in product qualification activities, including EMC & ESD readiness
- Collaborating closely with R&D, firmware, test & quality teams
π What were looking for
- 3+ years of professional experience in hardware / electronics design
- Strong background in embedded hardware development
- Solid hands-on experience with Altium Designer
- Confident in both analog & digital circuit design
- Practical experience with:
- Prototype testing & characterization
- EMC / ESD design considerations
- Comfortable working with lab equipment and real hardware challenges
π Your background
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics or similar
- Structured, curious and solution-oriented mindset
- Enjoys teamwork and technical problem-solving
- Fluent English required
π©πͺ German skills are a plus, but not mandatory
π Whats on offer
- Permanent position in a cutting-edge technology environment
- Products used globally in demanding applications
- High engineering standards & strong technical culture