Electrical Hardware Development Engineer

ELECTRO SWITCH BUSINESS TRUST•Raleigh, NC

19h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Hardware Development Engineer to join our team. This role involves the design and development of electro-mechanical product lines, including switches, joysticks, trackballs, and keyboards, for various industries such as defense, industrial, commercial, and medical. You will be responsible for creating hardware specifications, engineering robust designs for harsh environments and specific medical requirements, and ensuring compliance with relevant safety and industry standards. The position requires a strong understanding of electrical theory, sensor integration, PCB design, and prototyping. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, including clinical engineers, software developers, and manufacturing, is essential. You will also explore innovative technologies and maintain detailed documentation for regulatory purposes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or related field.
3+ years of experience in hardware design for medical or industrial input devices.
Proficiency in PCB design tools (Altium, KiCad) and CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
Knowledge of sensor technologies, signal processing, embedded systems, PCB development, soldering, testing, and manufacturing techniques.
Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, IEC 60601, AS9100, UL, CSA, and industrial safety standards.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally.

Nice To Haves

Experience with medical robotics, diagnostic equipment, industrial automation controllers, and HMI keyboards.
Understanding of sterilization processes, biocompatible materials, and IP-rated enclosures.
Certifications in medical device compliance and industrial safety are a plus.
Hands-on experience with product testing, soldering standards.
Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated, manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Design & Development: Support existing electro-mechanical product lines including switches, joysticks, trackballs, and keyboards.
Develop hardware specifications for new and improved switches, joysticks, trackballs, and HMI keyboards tailored for the defense, industrial, commercial, and medical industries, including diagnostic devices, robotics, and automation systems.
Engineer sealed, IP-rated keyboards for harsh industrial environments and sterilization-compatible designs for medical use.
Design electro-mechanical assemblies, sensor integration, and electronic circuits using solid electrical theory and experimentation to ensure precision, reliability, and durability.
Compliance & Safety: Ensure designs meet medical device standards (ISO 13485, IEC 60601) and industrial safety certifications.
Implement EMC shielding, biocompatible materials, and IP-rated enclosures for environmental protection.
Prototyping & Testing: Build and validate prototypes for high-precision control and operator safety.
Conduct stress testing, life-cycle analysis, and sterilization validation for medical-grade components.
Perform environmental testing for industrial keyboards (dust, vibration, temperature extremes).
Collaboration: Work closely with clinical engineers, industrial automation teams, and software & firmware developers to ensure seamless integration.
Coordinate with manufacturing teams for cleanroom assembly and industrial-scale production.
Innovation & Research: Explore advanced sensor technologies (e.g., force feedback, optical encoders, Hall effect sensors) for enhanced control accuracy.
Investigate haptic feedback systems for surgical robotics and fail-safe designs for industrial machinery.
Develop custom HMI layouts for operator efficiency and touchscreen-keyboard hybrid solutions.
Documentation: Maintain detailed design documentation, risk assessments, and compliance reports for regulatory audits.