Hardware Engineer; part-time

• Take responsibility for system design, schematic capture, and PCB layout on a variety of projects, ranging from rapid proof-of-concept prototypes to complex medical devices.
• Architect, design, implement, and validate custom analog and digital electronics.
• Design power electronics, including battery management and low‑power design.
• Design circuits supporting various wired and wireless communication protocols (USB, RS‑232, Ethernet, I2C, SPI, CAN, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), WiFi, cellular, etc).
• Manage vendors for prototype PCB fabrication and assembly.
• Conduct hands‑on prototyping, board bring‑up, and hardware debugging.
• Collaborate closely with clients and interdisciplinary colleagues (mechanical & firmware engineering).
• Participate in design reviews, seeking and providing technical feedback to and from peers.
• Manage individual project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables independently or as part of a small team.
• Share your skills and knowledge with the team by participating in and presenting at weekly discussions.

• BS or MS in computer engineering, electrical engineering or a related field.
• 8+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in the use of Altium
• Proficient in the use of standard test equipment: oscilloscope, logic analyzer, etc.
• Must be able to work regularly out of one of our offices in the Bay Area or Raleigh, NC.
• Able to work a minimum of 20 hours/week.
• Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

• Production experience
• Experience with medical devices, automation, or robotics
• Experience in any/all: firmware development, software development, mechanical design, scripting

Changing jobs is a big deal! We know you need to weigh compensation, job satisfaction, and company culture, so we wanted to share some of the things we think make 219 Design unique and a great place to work:

• We are a certified Great Place to Work®!
• Health/dental/vision insurance
• 401(k) + company match
• Paid vacation & holidays
• A share of the company’s profit, and the ability to shape our company by influencing the types of projects we accept and the emerging technology we incorporate
• A very positive work culture. There’s no finger-pointing, we help each other out with technical challenges, and we have each other’s backs!
• Flexible work hours and the ability to work from home
• An immersive environment of continuous learning through weekly discussion groups, professional development, and project diversity
• You will work in one of our great locations (Raleigh, Mountain View, or San Francisco)!
• You will have access to tools like 3D printers, laser cutters, mills and lathes, electronics equipment, and more, including for personal projects!
• Transparent financials and leadership
• Unlimited snacks and free lunches

The final rate offered to the successful candidate will be determined by evaluating several factors, such as education, experience, knowledge, skills, internal equity, alignment with market data, and geography.

Equal Opportunity Message: 219 Design is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affi

Emailed resumes will not be considered.