Hardware Engineer

Company : Diverse Lynx

Location : Mountain View, CA, 94039

Posted Date : 13 October 2025

Job Type : Contractor

Category : Mechanical Engineering

Occupation : Hardware Engineer

Job Details

Title: Hardware Engineer
Location: Mountain View, CA (Onsite)
Contract
Role Summary:
We are looking for a Hardware Engineer to join the Hardware Platform Development team. This role focuses on the design, development, validation, and support of Electronic Control Units (ECUs) and related electrical/electronic hardware systems for next-generation vehicles.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in automotive hardware development, including board-level design, schematic/layout review, and system bring-up. This position collaborates closely with software engineers, validation teams, and suppliers to ensure robust, production-ready EE platforms.
Skills Required:

Experience in design and development of ECUs or embedded electronic systems
Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout tools
Experience with hardware bring-up, board-level debugging, and validation
Familiarity with automotive communication protocols: CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet
Hands-on experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, power supplies)
Understanding of functional safety (ISO 26262) and EMI/EMC considerations
Knowledge of connected vehicle infotainment and communication software systems

Desired

Knowledge of DFMEA, DVP&R, and other automotive quality processes

Work Flexibility:
Occasional travel may be required, less than 15%
Role Responsibilities:
Hardware Development - (80%)

Design and develop ECU hardware solutions in collaboration with cross-functional teams
Review and validate schematics, layouts, and component selections
Support hardware bring-up, system integration, and functional validation
Develop and maintain detailed hardware documentation (design specs, BOMs, schematics, test plans)
Work closely with software engineers to support low-level integration and debugging
Participate in failure analysis and root cause investigations
Interface with external suppliers and contract manufacturers on hardware builds
Ensure compliance with internal design standards, industry regulations, and automotive quality processes

Operational Management - (20%)

ssist with production and manufacturing test development for ECU hardware
Support prototype and pre-production builds, including rework and hardware modifications
Monitor and report on technical risks, delivery timelines, and quality issues
Contribute to team knowledge sharing and continuous improvement of development processes
This job description is a guideline and does not create contractual rights between the Company and any of its contractors. The Company does not enter into any type of employment contract, implied or written, with its contractors regarding job security.

dditional Skills:

Strong problem-solving and debugging abilities
Excellent attention to detail and documentation
Clear and effective verbal and written communication
bility to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team
Strong organizational and time management skills

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field

Desired:

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field

Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.