Embedded Hardware Engineer: Schematic Design; Mentor PADS
Listed on 2026-05-27
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Engineering
Electronics Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Hardware Engineer, Systems Engineer
Critical backfill role, immediate start.
RoleEmbedded Hardware Engineer or PCB Engineer (Schematic Design)
LocationDallas, TX
Duration30 months +
Key Skills & DescriptionClient is converting to Expedition PADS. Need experience on the Expedition tool. Mentor Pads or Expedition Pads schematic design expertise for PCB design is a key requirement. Candidates may come from Electrical or Electronics background.
Job SummaryThe Engineer role focuses on designing and developing logic and control circuits for embedded circuit boards. Responsibilities include schematic capture, PCB layout collaboration with vendors, prototyping, testing, and debugging to deliver reliable electronic products. The engineer will create new designs or modify existing ones to meet requirements and ensure compliance. The role requires initiative, minimal supervision, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, with clear communication of technical matters to stakeholders.
Duties & Responsibilities- Design and develop analog/digital circuit schematics using Mentor PADS.
- Select components based on requirements, cost, and availability.
- Maintain technical documentation (BOMs, schematics, test reports, revisions).
- Collaborate with PCB layout engineers on signal integrity, thermal performance, and manufacturability.
- Develop test procedures and validate performance via simulation, prototyping, lab testing.
- Work with firmware, mechanical, and manufacturing teams for integration.
- Support board bring‑up, debugging, and validation throughout development.
- Report project progress to management.
- Interface with vendors and manufacturers for PCB fabrication/assembly.
- Test systems and make design changes as needed.
- Troubleshoot circuit‑level and system‑level issues.
- Travel up to 10%.
- Proficiency in Mentor PADS and SAP.
- Strong knowledge of components, circuit theory, signal processing, power systems.
- Hands‑on experience with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters.
- Familiarity with high‑speed digital, power management, mixed‑signal circuits (plus).
- Knowledge of standards: NFPA, NEC, UL/cUL, CSA, IEC/CE.
- Willingness to learn new technologies.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Experience in multi‑functional teams.
- Proven PCB design experience.
- BS degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or similar.
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