Electronics Hardware Engineer I

Accelevation•Sterling, VA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Accelevation LLC is seeking an Electronics Hardware Engineer I to support the design, testing, and manufacturing of electronic products. The role combines hands-on hardware development with component sourcing, purchasing, and coordination of PCB fabrication and assembly. The engineer will work alongside experienced engineers, receive technical guidance and design reviews from senior engineers, and take responsibility for assigned engineering tasks, component orders, and supplier follow-up. The position is on-site in Sterling, Virginia. The company may conduct a background check as part of its pre-hire process and uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of new hires.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 1 year of relevant hands-on experience in electronics hardware design, testing, or manufacturing support.
Good understanding of basic analog and digital electronics.
Ability to read schematics and component datasheets.
Familiarity with PCB design software; Altium Designer is preferred.
Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, multimeters, and laboratory power supplies.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and consistent follow-through.
Ability to communicate clearly with team members and suppliers.

Nice To Haves

Experience with soldering, PCB assembly, or board rework.
Exposure to microcontrollers, sensors, or low-voltage power supply circuits.
Familiarity with component sourcing and PCB manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

Assist with schematic design and PCB layout under the guidance of senior engineers.
Support prototype assembly, board bring-up, testing, and troubleshooting.
Review datasheets and help select components based on technical requirements, availability, cost, and lead time.
Prepare and maintain bills of materials (BOMs).
Source components, request quotations, place approved orders, and track deliveries.
Follow up with suppliers on PCB fabrication, assembly progress, and delivery schedules.
Identify alternative components for review and approval by senior engineers.
Check received components and assembled boards against order requirements and report quality issues.
Maintain records of parts, orders, test results, and hardware changes.
Work with hardware, software, and mechanical engineers to resolve development and assembly issues.