Hardware Engineer - Base

Job#: 2062055

Job Description:

Apex Systems is seeking a Hardware Engineer II to join our client, an innovative leader within the autonomous vehicle industry. This will be an onsite role in Ann Arbor, MI. It is a permanent/direct hire position with the client.

Summary:

Hardware Engineer II on the Base Hardware team will be responsible for authoring, maintaining and analyzing technical requirements, and working across the product lifecycle to ensure stakeholder alignment and successful test/validation of the hardware components.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Develop automotive hardware components that meet functional safety, security and functional requirements.
• Maintain requirements databases using both DOORS and Jama, ensuring accuracy and traceability.
• Partner with the System team to interpret system-level requirements and decompose into detailed each sensor components requirements.
• Collaborate with automotive Tier-1 suppliers to enable efficient project execution by removing technical blockers as the projects progress.
• Ensure the quality of hardware deliveries by designing and establishing robust test plans that trace back to the component requirements.
• Partner with the Component Enablement software team to execute the relevant hardware component tests.
• Perform problem-solving activities during design, prototype and production, driving root cause analysis and problem resolution.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and reports related to the above.

What you'll need to succeed:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field and 4+ years experience OR Master's degree in a related field and 1-3 years experience.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience with Requirements Management Tools such as DOORS and Jama.
• Understanding of automotive ECUs and methodologies.
• Familiarity or experience with data buses such as CAN, PCIe, Ethernet, Automotive Ethernet, LIN, I2C.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deliverables.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to automotive electronics.
• Experience with high speed signaling and signal integrity.
• Experience with standard lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and multimeters.
• Willingness and ability to work across teams, geographies and time zones.

Bonus Points!

• Automotive Tier-1 supplier experience or working in a similar environment.
• Experience with ISO 26262 standards, ASPICE, cybersecurity, or autonomous vehicles.
• Experience with processors and micro controllers.
• Experience with embedded programming
• Experience with power architecture and automotive power systems.
• Knowledge or experience in ADAS/AD systems.
• Knowledge or experience in safety-critical systems and applications.
• Direct experience as an ECU development engineer.
• Event Data Recorder (EDR) or airbag systems experience.
• Experience with C, C++, Python or Linux

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.