Entry Level Hardware Engineer Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Project Description:

As a Resident Engineer, you will provide critical on-site hardware and electronics support at OEM Tech Centers and Assembly Plants, particularly during launch phases. You will act as the vital supporting link between the Client Team and OEM Team to help design, develop, and successfully launch products. In this role, you will apply hands-on electronics expertise to test, diagnose, and validate automotive embedded systems while delivering high-quality service and representing the company at the customer site.

Responsibilities:

Hardware & Electronics Engineering Contributions:

• Schematics & Circuitry: Read, interpret, and analyze complex electrical schematics to understand electronics design basics and trace circuits for diagnostic purposes.
• Lab Equipment Utilization: Operate standard electronics laboratory equipment, heavily utilizing Oscilloscopes, Multimeters, and Logic Analyzers to capture waveforms, verify signal integrity, and take precise electrical measurements during issue replication.
• PCBA Testing & Programming: Utilize JTAG debuggers to interface directly with microcontrollers for testing, debugging, and programming Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs) at the bench level.
• Hardware Prototyping & Rework: Apply practical, hands-on experience to solder and rework Surface Mount Technology (SMT) components on automotive circuit boards.
• Embedded System Validation: Execute system validation tasks by developing a clear understanding of system bench setups and translating vehicle test cases against hardware system requirements.
• In-Vehicle & Bench Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot hardware and communication issues directly on the customer's test bench and in-vehicle. This includes actively reflashing Automotive Embedded Electronic Control Units (ECUs) with updated software or calibration files as needed.
• Root Cause Analysis: Serve as an active participant in technical problem-solving utilizing methodologies like QRQC (Quick Response Quality Control) to identify hardware failures at the component or system level.

Resident Engineering & Project Support:

• Release assigned electronics parts into the OEM using their specific ECM process.
• Order parts to support build events and ensure the timely closure of all hardware-related ECRs and work orders.
• Co-facilitate subsystem/component Product Development Team (PDT) meetings, speaking clearly with facts and data regarding hardware performance.
• Track and maintain the delivery matrix of Bench parts, Mule Build Parts, Software, and Calibration files.
• Support the vehicle build process and sign-off activities for all prototypes and manufacturing builds (Virtual, Mule, Structural, Integration, Pre-Production, and Production).

Mandatory Skills Description:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electronics, Electrical or Computer Science.
• Entry-level experience, with an automotive internship, system validation experience, or customer service experience strongly preferred.
• Previous experience working with an automotive company is a plus.

Hardware & Electronics Skillset:

• Embedded Systems: Hands-on experience or strong academic familiarity with automotive embedded ECUs and PCBA architecture.
• Automotive Networks: Solid understanding of vehicle network architectures, specifically CAN Bus Serial communications and Automotive Ethernet communication protocols.
• Hardware Tools: Proven ability to use JTAG debuggers, oscilloscopes, multimeters, and logic analyzers.
• General Tech Skills: Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Programming knowledge in Google Scripts and VBA is considered a strong plus for data automation.

Key Competences:

• Customer-Centric: Focus on the customer, act as a self-starter, and represent the company technically with superior customer service.
• Continuous Learner: Eagerness to build deep system and product hardware knowledge while maintaining an agile behavior.
• Analytical: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to convey complex hardware technical information effectively to both engineering and management teams.