Senior Hardware Design Engineer Job at Searchability NS&D in Austin

Aerospace & Defense Recruitment @ Searchability NS&D Role Overview Our client is seeking a hands‑on Senior Embedded Systems Engineer with strong experience across both firmware and hardware development. This individual will play a key role in taking a complex, regulated device from advanced prototyping through production and market launch. As part of a small, highly collaborative team, this role offers significant ownership over system architecture, design decisions, and execution across the full product development lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware for microcontroller‑based systems Lead and support hardware development, including schematics, PCB layout, bring‑up, and testing Drive product execution from early prototypes through manufacturing‑ready designs Collaborate cross‑functionally with mechanical, clinical, and regulatory teams Ensure designs align with applicable safety, quality, and regulatory standards Support verification, validation, and compliance testing activities Take ownership of complex technical challenges from concept through deployment Required Background Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field Proven experience delivering embedded hardware products to market Strong embedded programming skills (C/C++ or similar) Extensive hands‑on hardware design experience, including PCB layout and system bring‑up Proficiency with professional PCB design tools Ability to work on‑site in a collaborative startup environment 5+ years of relevant industry experience Nice to Have Experience working within regulated medical device environments Background in wearable, low‑power, or biomedical devices Why This Opportunity Opportunity to be an early technical hire at a company developing breakthrough medical technology High level of ownership and influence over a product moving toward commercialization Direct access to experienced leadership and advisors Meaningful, mission‑driven work with real‑world patient impact Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Hospitals and Health Care and Medical Equipment Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr