Staff Hardware Engineer

The Staff Hardware Engineer will be a key member of the NI ON Comp R&D Module Prod Dev team, responsible for end‑to‑end hardware development of next‑generation communication modules. You will create and maintain schematics, PCB layouts, and associated libraries, develop test fixtures and prototypes, debug designs in‑lab and in the field, and manage design data within the company’s database. Collaboration with cross‑functional teams and providing rapid assistance on field failures are essential to ensure product reliability and timely delivery.

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field.
- 5+ years of hands‑on experience in digital hardware design at a staff level.
- Proficiency with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium, Cadence).
- Strong knowledge of high‑speed digital design, signal integrity, and power distribution.
- Experience creating and managing component libraries and design databases.
- Demonstrated ability to develop test fixtures, prototypes, and perform hardware debugging.
- Familiarity with industry standards (e.g., IPC, ISO) and regulatory compliance testing.
- Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to support field failure investigations.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills in a multi‑disciplinary environment.