Digital Key Hardware Engineer

GM•Warren, MI

1d•$103,000 - $157,900•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Hardware Design Engineer to join our team, focused on developing best-in-class automotive Digital Key systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in system architecture, schematic design, and multi-layer PCB layout, particularly for systems involving BLE and UWB technology. The Role: The Hardware Design Engineer will be responsible for the schematic design, PCB layout, function/performance validation, and issue resolution, of hardware components and systems that support Digital Key technologies across all GM vehicles and architectures. This role is tightly coupled to cross-functional teams, including vehicle integration, product managers, and system engineers, to create secure and reliable Digital Key solutions and assist in defining future technology roadmaps and resolution of issues that arise throughout development and production.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in hardware design and testing, preferably in automotive or consumer electronics.
Proven expertise in BLE, UWB, NFC, and other short-range wireless technologies.
Experience working with CCC/Apple Car Keys/MFi/NFC Forum requirements.
Strong proficiency in PCB design including schematics capture and layout using industry-standard tools such as Mentor Graphics, Altium, Eagle, or KiCad.
Hands-on experience with hardware debugging tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, etc.).
Solid Knowledge of embedded systems and processor architectures (ARM-based systems, etc.) and low-power design techniques.
Familiarity with wireless connectivity protocols (e.g., Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, BLE, NFC, UWB) and best practice for coexistence and de-sense mitigation.
Familiarity with automotive-grade components, environmental constraints, and compliance to applicable regulations.
Experience with DFMEA, PFMEA, and other reliability engineering practices.
Knowledge of automotive communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, and Ethernet.
Ability to interpret and apply EMC/EMI design principles and regulatory requirements (FCC, CE, etc.).
Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work through complex hardware and system issues.
Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple disciplines.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
Knowledge and experience in wireless interfaces and technology.
Experience with secure hardware design, including TPMs, secure elements, and cryptographic accelerators.
Familiarity with automotive cybersecurity standards (e.g., ISO/SAE 21434).
Experience with design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for testability (DFT) in high-volume production environments.
Exposure to vehicle integration and validation processes, including working with HIL systems and vehicle test benches.
Knowledge of OTA update mechanisms and hardware support for secure provisioning.
Experience working with global suppliers and managing hardware development across multiple geographies.
Understanding of digital key ecosystems, including mobile device interoperability, credential provisioning, and secure communication protocols.

Responsibilities

Create and manage schematics, PCB layouts, and BOMs to ensure reliable and high-performance hardware designs.
Design and develop complex multi-layer PCB layouts for high-density designs, with a focus on signal integrity, power integrity, and thermal management.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define design specifications and ensure they align with system requirements.
Perform signal and power integrity analysis, including grounding, trace routing, and impedance control.
Work closely with external manufacturers and suppliers to ensure that designs are optimized for fabrication, assembly, and cost-efficiency.
Develop test strategies and validation methods to ensure design reliability and performance of hardware designs.
Manage design revisions and perform continuous improvements on existing designs.
Provide technical support during prototype builds and assist in troubleshooting design-related issues.
Ensure compliance with industry standards, including safety and regulatory requirements.
Support and provide direction to suppliers throughout the development process.
Report to senior leaders on project status, roadblocks, and escalation requests.

Benefits

GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs.
Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.

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