Hardware Development Engineer

Bertelsmann-Jobs • Pleasant Prairie, WI

9h • Onsite

About The Position

Hardware engineers develop, improve, and maintain custom solutions supporting the reverse logistics refurbishment processes and test networks supporting Arvato’s global customers. You independently develop hardware components and construct e.g. housings and functional components. You provide the layout for electronic circuits. The structure of the control electronics, including the wiring and networking of electronic components, is a matter of course for you. You program the control electronics and develop hardware-related software. You conscientiously follow the continuous development, optimization and testing of the devices.

Requirements

• Associates in electrical engineering, mechatronics or a comparable qualification.
• Broad-based basic electrical engineering knowledge.
• Sound specialist knowledge in the fields of analogue and digital technology, embedded microcontrollers and EMC-compliant design and layout.
• Knowledge of robotics, prototype construction, 3D printing, precision engineering, sensor technology and mechatronic disciplines.
• Knowledge of programming in C, C++, C# and firmware development desirable.
• Analytical skills, creativity, passion for development, initiative, strong communication and teamwork skills and ability to adapt quickly to the needs of the departments.
• Knowledge of CAD, Fusion 360, MS office products.
• Multilingual in Spanish and/or German, a plus.
• SAP experience, preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of programming in C, C++, C# and firmware development desirable.
• Multilingual in Spanish and/or German, a plus.
• SAP experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop hardware components and construct housings and functional components.
• Provide the layout for electronic circuits.
• Structure the control electronics, including wiring and networking of electronic components.
• Program control electronics and develop hardware-related software.
• Continuous development, optimization, and testing of devices.
• Robotics troubleshooting, steppers/servos/controllers, linkages/arms/actuators.
• PC and network knowledge, windows management, imaging, networks, USB device troubleshooting.
• Router/network setup, TCP/IP knowledge.
• Microcontrollers, Arduino, raspberry pi, linux commands.
• Electrical troubleshooting of PCBs and panels, AC/DC knowledge, use of multimeter, various sensors like proximity switches, microphones, cameras.
• Mechanical knowledge, use of hand/power tools, assembly/disassembly, identifying physical wear issues.
• Travel as needed outside the US on project teams.
• Performing a variety of duties as required.
• Flexibility: work overtime, holidays, weekends, different shifts, and different areas of the warehouse.
• Create instructions, processes, and procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability Pay.
• 401(k) with company matching up to 6%.
• Paid Time Off, including paid holidays.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Voluntary benefits such as legal and financial assistance, pet insurance, and more.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Ongoing employee development opportunities including tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and training.
• Commuter benefits.
• Employee engagement activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree