Senior Hardware Engineer

New Wave Design•Eden Prairie, MN

1d•$136,100 - $181,700

About The Position

New Wave Design is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design and develop innovative, high-end FPGA-based products, specifically focusing on high-speed serial interface products. This role requires close collaboration with engineering staff and project managers. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of the FPGA development process, including RTL coding (VHDL or Verilog), synthesis, timing analysis, simulation, verification, and lab test/debug. A degree in electrical or computer engineering, coupled with a passion for developing high-performance products using the latest commercial technologies, is essential. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are also key, as is the ability to learn and grow both independently and as part of a team.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field of study with 5-7 years of experience.
Expertise in hardware design for FPGA-based systems, high-speed interfaces (e.g., PCIe, Ethernet), and power delivery.
Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB layout tools such as Cadence, Siemens Hyperlinks.
Strong analytical skills for signal integrity, power integrity, and thermal performance analysis.
FPGA/CPLD logic design, synthesis and simulation.
HDL coding (VHDL, Verilog, System Verilog).
FPGA tools (Xilinx/AMD, Intel/Altera, Microsemi/Microchip).
Simulation tools (e.g. ModelSim).
Timing analysis.
Understanding of product specifications and system requirements to create related test, verification & validation requirements.
General lab equipment operation (DMM, oscilloscope, logic & bus analyzers, device programmers).
Understanding of real-time embedded systems.
Experience with decomposition, traceability, and verification of digital design requirements.
Must be able to lift and carry 20 pounds.
Must be able to lift 20 pounds over the head.
Must have finger and wrist dexterity with repetitive motion.
Must be a "U.S. Person".

Nice To Haves

Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field of study is desired.
Experience with Mil/Aero standards and applications is highly desirable.
Familiarity with advanced verification techniques such as coverage driven testing, assertions, and formal verification.
Familiarity with JIRA is a plus.
Defense experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop and analyze system requirements for advanced MIL/Aero form factor cards, FPGA-based systems, and other embedded solutions.
Architect and design hardware to support high-performance, mission-critical applications.
Lead the evaluation and selection of components and technologies aligned with product goals and industry standards.
Drive schematic design, PCB layout guidance, and hardware bring-up for new products.
Collaborate with FPGA, software, and mechanical engineering teams to ensure seamless integration.
Perform simulation, signal integrity analysis, and thermal analysis to optimize designs.
Develop and execute comprehensive test plans to verify hardware functionality and reliability.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex hardware issues during development and production phases.
Ensure compliance with performance, safety, and regulatory standards.
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership to project teams.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management and customers, to define product features and performance benchmarks.
Work closely with manufacturing to ensure designs are optimized for production and cost efficiency.
Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and standards in high-performance embedded systems.
Contribute to internal R&D efforts to explore new capabilities and product enhancements.
Drive continuous improvement in design processes, tools, and methodologies.
Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including schematics, design specifications, test reports, and project plans.
Effectively communicate complex technical concepts to stakeholders, including non-technical audiences.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Four weeks of vacation for all employees
9 paid holidays observed annually
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
Life insurance and disability coverage
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Voluntary coverages include, vision, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance
Flexible work schedules