Electronic Hardware Engineer - NA Products

Electronic Hardware Engineer, North American Products

Position Summary: 
Our client is a premier chassis supplier that designs and manufactures brake and suspension systems for the global transportation market. We are seeking a skilled Hardware / Embedded Hardware Engineer to support the design, development, and validation of electronic hardware systems used in advanced suspension and braking technologies. This role will work cross-functionally with software, systems, and manufacturing teams to deliver high-performance automotive electronic solutions.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) and sensor electronic hardware design process which includes:
    • Design and development of embedded control systems
    • Creation and maintenance of electrical hardware designs for ECUs and vehicle motion sensors
  • Perform design analysis, verification, and testing to ensure compliance with technical and functional requirements
    • Interface with component suppliers to ensure selected parts meet performance, quality, and cost targets
    • Ensure ECU and sensor designs are optimized for manufacturability and assembly processes
    • Support functional safety deliverables in accordance with ISO 26262 Part 5
    • Identify, manage, and resolve electrical design issues throughout the product lifecycle
    • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of global automotive standards and industry best practices
    • Balance customer requirements with internal business objectives and constraints
    • Align engineering resources effectively to support product development priorities
  • Collaborate with BWI’s Global Suspension team to align hardware design strategies and initiatives across multiple sites (Brighton, China, Paris, Dayton, and Krakow) 
  • Partner with cross-functional staff engineering disciplines to ensure alignment of hardware development activities and deliverables

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (EE, ME or ISE preferred)
  • Knowledge of vehicle dynamics
  • Understanding of modern controls techniques and theory
  • Knowledge of MathWorks Matlab, Simulink and Stateflow
  • Familiarity with data acquisition instrumentation concepts
  • Familiarity with electrical engineering concepts including embedded microcontroller software/controls
  • Knowledge of debugging, testing, and verification techniques
  • Outstanding technical problem-solving skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to work with team members of other disciplines or departments
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Familiarity with common computer applications – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications:

  • Exposure and/or experience with ISO26262 
  • Exposure and/or experience with Automotive Cyber Security standards 
  • Exposure and/or experience with design for EMC 
  • Exposure and/or experience with ECU manufacturing 
  • Exposure and/or experience with ECU validation