Hardware Engineer

Location: Bengaluru

About the role - Allegion is seeking a highly motivated Hardware Engineer to join our dynamic team, who will play a pivotal role in our engineering team, working collaboratively within a cross-functional environment to design and develop high-quality hardware and product solutions. This individual will possess strong technical skills in hardware design and a comprehensive understanding of the product design and development cycle.

The ideal candidate is an organized self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced design culture.

What you’ll do - Play a key role in design and development of hardware solutions, often working as part of a larger team to ensure successful project outcomes.
Develop and refine Hardware architectures, conducting studies to define and meet functional requirements.
Design and develop embedded electronics including wireless communications, ensuring integration and functionality.
Evaluate and optimize system performance, focusing on key performance indicators and design improvements.
PCB Design support with a focus on manufacturing and testing efficiency, collaborating effectively with manufacturing partners and ECAD Engineers.
Utilize design tools for automation and simulation to enhance product development processes.
Ensure defined product development processes and life cycle management are followed.
Collaborate with teams across different locations to manage all phases of the development process, ensuring alignment and project success.
Conduct testing and analysis to enhance hardware functionality and product reliability.
Demonstrate strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills, fostering a positive and productive team environment.

What we are looking for  - We are seeking a highly motivated Hardware Engineer with at least five years of experience in hardware design and development. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in contributing to complex projects, with strong problem-solving skills and expertise in embedded hardware and low power wireless designs. We value individuals who can manage and lead product development processes while ensuring quality and reliability.

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners are essential. Excellent communication and leadership abilities are crucial for fostering a collaborative team environment.

Location - Bangalore
Experience - 4-6 years of relevant experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Expertise in designing / developing Embedded Systems based on Microcontroller/ Microprocessor, associated subsystems such as the Switching Power Supply, Electromechanical drives, Sensors, I/O interfaces, and wireless and wired communications modules.
Hands-on experience in design and verification of various communication protocols like UART, SPI, I2C, RS232, USB etc.
Experience in designing multi-layer PCB, with good understanding of DFM, DFT in accordance with industry standards like IPC and good collaboration with Contract Manufacturers.
Hands-on experience in EDA tools like Altium, LTSpice, PSpice etc.
Knowledge in short-range Wireless technologies like Wi-Fi, BLE, UWB, Zigbee or Z-wave.
Knowledge in RF performance criteria and concepts such as Output Power, Sensitivity, Spurious, Harmonics, Intermodulation, S-parameters, Smith charts and Tuning networks.
Commendable understanding of Design for EMI/EMC and troubleshooting compliance related failures.
Knowledge in configuring and using specialized test equipment like Power Analyzers, High Speed Oscilloscopes, Spectrum & Network Analyzers, RF Shield rooms/chambers.
Knowledge in Product Compliance and Reliability Testing, Root cause analysis, DFMEA, Encapsulation…