Hardware Engineer II

Hyve Solutions • Fremont, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Hyve Solutions is looking for a detail-oriented, hands-on, results-driven individual with proven communication skills and a strong work ethic to work in a challenging, fast-paced, energetic environment. As a Hardware Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in configuring, validating, and optimizing hardware solutions tailored to customer needs. You’ll collaborate with engineering, sales, and supply chain teams to bring cutting-edge data center hardware from concept to production.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Industrial, Manufacturing, or Mechanical preferred) or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of working experience as a Hardware Engineer with deep understanding of rack architecture, network gear (switches, optics, cables), and power/cooling technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
• Experience working in the manufacturing environment or partnered with ODM/OEM to develop and launch new products
• Willingness to travel (5%+ domestic/international).

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Wiki/Project tacking software (Confluence, JIRA) and PLM systems (Agile or similar) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review and provide feedback on customers’ design and technical requirements
• Collaborate with Sales and Field Engineering on server, rack, and networking integration at the BOM level.
• Lead first article builds and manages production documentation (BOM validation, hardware optimization, engineering instructions).
• Provide technical input to designers, engineering, and other team members to help drive compelling new ideas forward.
• Work closely with Engineering, Technical Program Management, Supply Chain and Purchasing to ensure a smooth transition from NPI to mass production products.
• Coordinate ECN/ECO processes in internal and external PLM systems.
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors and cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level