Hardware Engineer
Core
Support engineering bill of material (BOM) cost reduction initiatives by identifying, evaluating, validating, and implementing product cost improvement opportunities.
Role type
Senior IC hardware engineer (cost reduction & value engineering)
Builds
Cost-optimized hardware products and platforms for global manufacturers
Domain
Industrial automation + hardware engineering
Required skills
BOM analysis, component evaluation, supplier cost data review, engineering change management, cross-functional collaboration, technical documentation, impact assessment, project tracking
Preferred skills
Value engineering, electronic components knowledge, lifecycle management, PLM/ERP/CAD tools, manufacturing processes, global supplier experience, AI data analytics
Technologies
PLM, ERP, CAD, schematic capture, BOM management tools
Responsibilities
Analyze product BOMs to identify high-cost components and obsolescence risks; Evaluate alternate components and design approaches for cost reduction; Partner with sourcing teams to review supplier data and commercial alternatives; Assess technical impacts of cost changes on performance and reliability; Support engineering validation and testing for component substitutions; Create and update engineering documentation including drawings and test plans; Track project status and cost savings; Communicate technical recommendations to stakeholders
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
