Hardware Engineer

HBK - Hottinger Brüel & Kjær • Pompano Beach, FL

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About The Position

We are seeking an entry-level Hardware Engineer to join our Custom Engineering team. This role is ideal for candidates with 1–3 years of experience who are looking to develop their skills in hardware design and embedded systems. The selected candidate will support the design, development, and testing of hardware I/O products used in data acquisition and real-time computing environments. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will gain hands-on experience in circuit design, debugging, and system integration, while contributing to the development of high-performance hardware solutions. This position is performed under the guidance of senior engineering staff. Opportunities for professional growth and skill development are provided.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience (internships or co-op experience acceptable).
• Basic understanding of electronic circuit design and testing principles.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to learn and grow within a technical engineering role.
• Must be a US Citizen only. Unable to hire applicants who are dual citizens, green card holders, or visa holders for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to hardware design, digital/analog circuits, or embedded systems is preferred.
• Familiarity with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and logic analyzers is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, and implementation of hardware I/O board devices.
• Support hardware testing, debugging, and validation activities.
• Collaborate with software engineers to support driver integration and basic firmware interaction.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to engineering discussions.
• Help document hardware designs, test procedures, and engineering changes.
• Provide technical support to internal teams and assist with customer related inquiries as needed.
• Support evaluation of new technologies and tools relevant to hardware development.
• Assist in preparing technical input for project planning and quotations.
• Maintain effective communication with cross-functional team members.

Benefits

• Freedom with responsibility is the framework for HBK’s employees.
• This allows for a good balance between work and family life and for constant development of professional and personal skills in an international and enjoyable working environment.

What This Job Offers

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