Hardware Engineering and R&D - Hardware Design Engineer 3

Job#: 3030241

Job Description:

Title: Hardware Design Engineer 3 (5+ years of experience)

Start Date: 4/20/2026

Duration: approx. 2 months

Chance for Extension (Y/N): Yes

Candidate Location Requirements: Onsite - Redmond, WA

Pay Rate / Range: $65-$70

Top 3 Must-Have Hard Skills

resin color matching

product development and spec creation

experience working with suppliers

5+ years

Typical Day in the Role

Purpose of the Team: The purpose of this team is to support hardware design engineering efforts by collaborating with cross-functional engineering, design, manufacturing, and supplier teams to deliver high-quality hardware solutions.

Key Projects:

This role will contribute to ongoing hardware design and validation initiatives, working closely with internal engineers and external partners to support product development and manufacturing readiness.

Candidate Requirements

Best vs. Average:

The ideal resume would contain prior large-scale tech company, hardware design experience, demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally, experience working with engineering and manufacturing partners, and the ability to operate independently with minimal ramp time.

Required Candidate Preparation:

Candidates should have a strong understanding of their prior hardware design projects, technical contributions, and be prepared to discuss real-world engineering and manufacturing collaboration scenarios.

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:

Analyze information to determine plan layout, including type of computers and peripheral equipment modifications.

Assemble and modify existing pieces of equipment to meet special needs.

Build, test, and modify product prototypes using working models or theoretical models constructed with computer simulation.

Evaluate factors such as reporting formats required, cost constraints, and need for security restrictions to determine hardware configuration.

Monitor functioning of equipment and make necessary modifications to ensure system operates in conformance with specifications.

Skills:

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

Team player and detail oriented.

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

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

Basic knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology.

Basic 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.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree in engineering required.

5+ years experience required.

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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 uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

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.