Electrical Hardware Design Engineer

Torch Technologies, Inc.•Huntsville, AL

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Torch Technologies is seeking an Electrical Hardware Design Engineer to join our team and contribute to the design, development, and testing of complex electronic systems for defense and aerospace applications. This role supports a multidisciplinary engineering environment focused on delivering innovative and reliable hardware solutions for mission-critical systems.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship required.
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
5+ years of relevant experience in electrical hardware design and development.
Active security clearance required (must be able to maintain).
Experience supporting defense, aerospace, or similar technical engineering environments.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools such as Altium Designer, OrCAD, or Eagle.
Strong understanding of analog and digital circuit design principles, including signal integrity and power integrity.
Experience with microcontrollers, FPGAs, and embedded systems.
Hands-on experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzers for testing and debugging.
Familiarity with EMI/EMC design considerations and testing.
Experience supporting DoD or Federal programs and familiarity with related standards and practices.
Strong technical documentation, briefing, and reporting experience.
Advanced degree in a relevant field or additional certifications is a plus.

Responsibilities

Design, simulate, analyze, and test analog and digital electronic circuits, including power supplies, sensor interfaces, and control systems.
Develop detailed hardware specifications, schematics, and PCB layouts using industry-standard CAD tools.
Perform component selection, including identifying obsolescence risks and proposing alternative solutions.
Conduct hardware bring-up, debugging, and verification activities, including development of test plans and procedures.
Participate in all phases of the product development lifecycle, from concept definition through production support.
Collaborate with software, mechanical, and systems engineers to ensure seamless integration and functionality.
Generate technical documentation, including design documents, test reports, and manufacturing instructions.
Support proposal efforts by contributing technical content and cost estimates for hardware development.
Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in electrical engineering.