Hardware Engineer

Hardware Engineer (Speed Products)
Kustom Signals, Inc. – Engineering Department Kustom Signals has been proudly serving law enforcement agencies with quality technology for more than 60 years. We believe that quality matters at every touchpoint; from the experienced consultancy of our global sales team, to the reliability of our products, and all the way to the extra-care of our customer support team.

As an employee-owned (ESOP) company, every team member plays a direct role in our success. We offer a strong benefits package, an educational assistance program, and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful technology that supports public safety professionals across the globe.

Position Summary:

The Hardware Engineer is responsible for researching, designing, developing, testing, and supporting the manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment, components, and systems for commercial, industrial, and law enforcement applications. This role focuses on designing hardware and software for both new and existing products, with an emphasis on embedded systems used in radar and lidar technologies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Support the research and development of technologies required for Kustom Signals to sustain or improve its competitiveness in radar and lidar-related products

Assist in analyzing and responding to Marketing’s product requirements by helping establish hardware and software design criteria

Design, develop, analyze, and document product designs that meet functional, cost, reliability, manufacturability, and safety requirements

Contribute to project teams throughout the product development process, supporting schedules, task completion, and progress tracking

Collaborate with Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Sales to resolve issues related to product design, specifications, and materials

Stay current with emerging electronic engineering technologies and advancements

Perform other duties as assigned

Equipment to be Used:

Computers, telephones, development systems, engineering software, and test equipment

Physical Demands:

Sit, stand, walk, lift, bend, and reach

Drive a car or SUV during day or night hours

Specific vision abilities require close vision and the ability to focus

Travel within the United States via car or airplane

Frequently lift up to ten (10) pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to sixty (60) pounds, with assistance when appropriate

Mental Demands:

Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos

Ability to effectively present information to customers and employees within the organization

Working Conditions:

Quiet, temperature-controlled, typical office environment

Standard work schedule of eight (8) hours per day, five (5) days per week Occasional evening or weekend work may be required

Travel:

Occasional travel to customer sites via car or airplane

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None Benefits:

Benefits are available on the first day of employment

Company-sponsored life and short-term disability insurance

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account when paired with a high-deductible medical plan
401k retirement savings plan with an employer match of up to 4  employee-owned company through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after meeting eligibility requirements

Paid time off, including Vacation, Personal or Discretionary (Sick), and ten (10) paid company holidays

Tuition reimbursement for pre-approved courses

Climate-controlled work environment

Consistent weekday schedules provide an exceptional work-life balance

Why Join Kustom Signals?

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Educational assistance program

Comprehensive benefits packageA supportive, mission-driven culture where your work truly matters

Education and Experience:

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Computer Science, or a related field

Two (2) or more years of hardware experience in electronic product design, including coursework, internship, or hands-on experience with circuit design

Skills:

Required:

Proficiency using troubleshooting and general electrical engineering tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, schematic design tools, and PCB layout software

Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment used in product design and production

Understanding of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming

Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles used to produce technical plans, schematics, drawings, and models

Ability to design and develop hardware for embedded systems

Ability to source and evaluate components to meet electrical engineering design requirements

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, including critical thinking and analytical reasoning

Understanding of embedded systems architecture, bus structures, and…