SL Michigan · 14 hours ago
Hardware Engineer
Auburn Hills, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expSL Michigan is a leading supplier of advanced automotive lighting and electrification technologies. They are seeking a Hardware Engineer to support the design, development, testing, and validation of automotive electrical and electronic components, ensuring high-quality solutions that meet customer requirements and production standards.
ManufacturingAutomotive
Responsibilities
Design and develop electrical circuits for LED Assembly Modules (LAM) and LED Driver Modules (LDM) in accordance with system and customer requirements
Perform electrical simulations and Worst-Case Circuit Analysis to ensure design robustness and reliability
Analyze customer requirements and create hardware specifications and supporting technical documentation
Provide technical input to support hardware cost estimation during quoting and program planning phases
Prepare and lead Technical Design Reviews, including schematic and PCB layout reviews
Troubleshoot design and manufacturing issues and implement corrective hardware design changes
Develop and execute complex hardware test plans, cases, and validation scenarios
Support ADVP&R processes, including test plan development and review of validation results
Investigate and resolve DV/PV testing issues and modify circuit designs as required
Develop Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) and support Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) activities
Contribute to Value Analysis / Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives by identifying cost reduction opportunities
Review supplier hardware designs, including schematics and PCB layouts, to ensure compliance with technical and quality standards
Provide technical guidance to suppliers to ensure designs meet customer and internal requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related engineering discipline
Minimum of 5 years of experience in hardware architecture design and integrated system development
Minimum of 2 years of experience supporting the launch of automotive electrical/electronic products into production
Knowledge of PCB artwork and layout review
Understanding of embedded hardware systems and electronic component integration
Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced automotive environment
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Ability to work with global teams, suppliers, and customers
Preferred
Experience with LED Driver Modules (LDM) and LED Assembly Modules (LAM) strongly preferred
Experience working directly with automotive OEM customers such as GM, Ford, Hyundai, or similar
Experience with Cadence / Allegro schematic capture tools preferred
Experience using simulation tools such as Cadence SI, P-Spice, or equivalent
Company
SL Michigan
For over half a century since its founding in 1954, SL has delivered high-quality automotive components including lighting systems, mirror assemblies, electric vehicle (EV) components, and Front End Modules (FEM).
51-200 employees
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