Lead Electrical/Hardware Engineer

Job PurposeA Lead Hardware Engineer performs the duties of both an experienced electronic design engineer and a department supervisor. The Lead Electrical Engineer will be responsible for quoting new projects, leading the electrical hardware development of one or more projects, promoting the growth of less-experienced engineers, and developing Packet Digital's development processes and best practices. Candidates must be able to work in a team-based environment, lead by example, and have the ability to meet deadlines.Description of Duties & TasksEssential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Represent and lead the hardware engineering team

Check in with team members regularly to provide guidance and ensure productivity

Represent team in status, planning, and strategy meetings

Work with program management to prioritize work and assign resources to projects

Assist with proposal writing and quoting efforts

Approve timesheets and vacation

Execute employee performance reviews

Oversee hardware design and documentation processes

Establish, improve, and document effective processes

Ensure work is completed in accordance with correct processes

Actively participate in or lead design reviews

Assist in maintaining component and project database

Create requirements captures based on experience and customer input

Research applicable topics

Propose, simulate, and validate proposed architectures and circuits

Provide project timeline estimates

Create schematics and PCB layouts based on requirements

Document assembly, BOM, and ECO information

Schedule schematic and layout reviews

Product development

Cost and manufacturing optimization

Work with other teams and team members to complete all aspects of product design

Assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of designs

Create customer documentation and support customers

Promote a healthy team environment

Maintain a clean lab and workspace

Provide learning opportunities for engineers

Encourage open, blame-free discussions

Seek and promote ideas from all team members

Be a multiplier for the rest of the team

Knowledge & SkillsRequired:Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

Highly organized with attention to detail

Extensive PCB design experience

Strong communication skills in order to work with team to determine specifications and to provide support for a product

Experience with test equipment operation including oscilloscopes, signal generators, and power supplies

Conflict resolution and diplomacy skills

Expert knowledge of best practices for product design

Work Experience & EducationRequired:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and eight years of related experience

BenefitsPaid time off starting at 130 hours per year, 8 holidays paid

Medical, dental, and vision for employees401KRelocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates relocating from outside the region