Electronics Hardware Engineer
Shanghai, SH, CN, 200245
Position Summary
We are seeking a talented Electronics Hardware Design Engineer to support the development of next-generation cordless, connected, and industrial power tool platforms. This role will be responsible for the design and validation of electronic hardware including motor controls, power electronics, battery management interfaces, wireless communication modules, sensors, and embedded electronic systems.
The successful candidate will work closely with mechanical, firmware, manufacturing, quality, and global engineering teams to develop reliable, cost-effective products from concept through production launch.
Key Responsibilities
Hardware Design & Development
- Design analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits for power tool and industrial control applications.
- Develop schematics, PCB layouts, and component selection for:
- BLDC motor controllers
- Battery-powered systems
- Wireless communication modules (Bluetooth®, Wi-Fi)
- Sensors and user-interface electronics
- Power management and charging circuits
- Support architecture definition for new electronics platforms.
Product Development
- Participate in New Product Development (NPD) programs from concept through production.
- Collaborate with firmware and software engineers on hardware-software integration.
- Support design reviews, risk assessments, and technical trade-off studies.
- Develop prototypes and support engineering builds.
Validation & Compliance
- Create and execute hardware validation plans.
- Conduct:
- Functional testing
- Reliability testing
- Environmental testing
- EMC/EMI pre-compliance testing
- ESD testing
- Support UL, CE, FCC, CSA, IEC, and China certification requirements.
Supplier & Manufacturing Support
- Work with PCB, component, and electronics manufacturing suppliers in China.
- Support DFM, DFA, and cost optimization initiatives.
- Investigate and resolve manufacturing and field quality issues.
- Participate in supplier audits, qualification, and corrective actions.
Technical Problem Solving
- Perform root cause analysis for electronics failures.
- Support DFMEA, PFMEA, and 8D investigations.
- Drive product reliability improvements throughout the product lifecycle.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline.
- 5 years of electronics hardware design experience.
- Experience designing commercial or industrial electronic products.
- Strong knowledge of:
- Analog and digital circuit design
- PCB design and layout
- Microcontrollers and embedded systems
- Power electronics
- Motor control systems
- Battery-powered products
- Experience using ECAD tools such as Altium Designer, Mentor PADS, Cadence Allegro, or equivalent.
- Understanding of EMC, EMI, grounding, shielding, and ESD mitigation techniques.
- Familiarity with laboratory test equipment including oscilloscopes, power analyzers, logic analyzers, and spectrum analyzers.
- Strong communication skills in Mandarin and English.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in:
- Power tools
- Industrial automation
- Motor drives
- Battery management systems (BMS)
- Cordless products
- Knowledge of:
- BLDC motor control
- Wireless connectivity technologies
- IoT and connected devices
- Sensor integration
- Experience with UL, CE, FCC, and IEC certification programs.
- Familiarity with New Product Development processes and global engineering collaboration.
Key Competencies
- Strong technical problem-solving ability
- Design ownership and accountability
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Hands-on prototype debugging skills
- Supplier engagement and technical leadership
- Customer-focused mindset
- Continuous improvement orientation
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