Hardware Engineer

Position: Hardware Engineer IV

Location: On-site in Sunnyvale, CA

Pay rate: $70-80/hour

Duration: 12 month contract (W2)

Summary:

The main function of a hardware engineer is to research, design, develop, test computer or computer-related equipment for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. A typical hardware engineer is responsible for the manufacture and installation of computer or computer-related equipment and components.

Job Responsibilities:

• Review and approve plan layout, including type of computers and peripheral equipment modifications.

• Review and approve product prototypes, working models or theoretical models constructed with computer simulation.

• Supervise functioning of equipment and approve modifications to ensure system operates in conformance with specifications.

• Write detailed functional specifications that document the hardware development process and support hardware introduction.

• Act as a subject matter expert to engineering staff and consult specifications to evaluate interface between hardware and software and operational and performance requirements of overall system.

• Provide training and support to system designers and users.

• Design and develop computer hardware and support peripherals, including central processing units (CPUs), support logic, microprocessors, custom integrated circuits, and printers and disk drives.

• Direct technicians, engineering designers or other technical support personnel as needed.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings and models.

• Strong knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control and operation of telecommunications systems.

• Strong knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology.

• Strong knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

• Previous experience with computer applications and design software related to engineering field.

• Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem solving ability.

• Team player and detail oriented.

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.