Lead Engineer - Hardware
Core
Lead technical execution and strategy for embedded hardware development in Life Safety products, covering electronics design, validation, and commercialization.
Role type
Senior IC hardware engineering lead (embedded systems)
Builds
Embedded hardware products for Life Safety (fire panels, fire devices, controls)
Domain
Industrial automation / Life Safety / Embedded Systems
Required skills
Hardware architecture design, 16/32-bit microcontrollers/DSP design, High Speed Design, Digital Design, Mixed Signal Design, Analog circuit design, PCB design (SI/EMI/EMC), Schematic design, Hardware validation and testing, Troubleshooting and debugging
Preferred skills
Technical leadership, Cross-functional collaboration, Innovation mindset, Problem solving
Technologies
PSpice, LTSpice, Model Sim, RS232, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, Wireless
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end hardware product development from concept to commercialization; Own system/subsystem specifications, hardware architecture, component selection, schematic design, PCB development, and prototyping; Ensure solutions meet safety, reliability, and regulatory requirements (UL, IEC, NEC); Provide technical leadership and mentorship to hardware engineers; Drive engineering excellence, design reuse, and standardization; Manage development schedules, risks, and project milestones; Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Management, Manufacturing, and Software/Firmware.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
