Hardware Engineer

Hardware Engineer

Bertrandt Technology

Sibiu, Romania

What to expect:

• Design and develop robust hardware solutions for complex automotive HMI applications, covering analog, digital, micro-controller architecture, and power supplies, utilizing PADS Pro;
• Evaluate customer requirements, industry standards, and internal design guidelines to establish detailed electrical specifications and hardware requirements, ensuring full traceability within DOORS;
• Create circuit diagrams;
• Perform core engineering analyses, including worst-case calculations (WCC), electrical simulations, and thermal analyses;
• Review circuit schematics and component configurations by interpreting datasheets and application notes to ensure proper functionality and compliance with design guidelines;
• Define test setups, write test specifications, and perform hardware electrical tests and validation on development samples;
• Assess proposed supplier corrective actions, track implementation status and verify closure of findings;
• Communicate critical issues promptly to the customer and responsible departments; escalate according to project rules;
• Coordinate project activities for allocated colleagues, offering technical mentorship. Work closely with cross-functional, international teams (software, mechanical, project management) and manage interfaces with suppliers.

What you bring along:

• Bachelor or Master in Electrical Engineering, Electronics or related field;
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of proven experience in hardware development, with a strong background in the automotive industry (experience with HMI products is a significant advantage);
• Solid competence in schematic design, worst-case calculations, electrical simulation, and hardware testing;
• Familiarity with automotive standards and processes (ASPICE, Functional Safety/ISO 26262, DFMEA) is highly advantageous;
• Structured documentation skills, attention to detail and risk assessment capability;
• Experience interacting with suppliers and tracking corrective actions;
• Good communication skills in English; German is an advantage depending on project.