Freelance Computer Hardware Engineer Jobs in Austin, TX

Job Description
As a Test & Measurement Analog Hardware Design Engineer, you will enjoy challenging work and have the unique opportunity to take ownership of your products by being involved in all aspects of the product development cycle, including design, prototyping, development, testing, and manufacturing production.
In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Learn professional analog design techniques for one or more of these areas: schematic design, board layout, and board validation
• Design, simulate, and create board level analog signal conditioning circuits (amplification stages, active and passive filters, Analog to Digital or Digital to Analog Converter interfaces) for test and measurement products
• Design, simulate, and create supporting circuity (switched mode powers supplies, clock distribution, digital logic control) for test and measurement products
• Use EDA software for schematic entry and printed circuit board layout
• Create and execute validation plans and test code to verify circuit functionality
• Review and approve product specifications and customer documentation
• Collaborate with Hardware, Software, Test and Manufacturing Engineering to create T&M products

Who You Are:
You are someone who works collaboratively in a group environment and demonstrates strong problem-solving skills. You take initiative, can be resourceful, and can make progress on work independently. You take ownership of your goals, regularly check-in, and ask questions in a timely manner to ensure success of project and tasks.
For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, engineering physics, or physics (or similar)
• Strong knowledge of analog design principles
• Proficiency in both frequency-domain and time-domain design and analysis
• Knowledge of:
  • Operational Amplifiers
  • Data Converters (Analog to Digital Converters and Digital to Analog Converters)
  • Switched mode and linear power supply design
  • Passive components
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design
  • Testing and troubleshooting techniques
  • Signal integrity, PCB layout, and grounding principles
  • Basic digital design fundamentals
  • Understanding of computers and programming languages (e.g. LabVIEW, Python, C, C++)
• Interest in learning about and working with analog, digital, and computer technologies
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Minimum overall GPA: B.S. - 3.2, M.S. - 3.5
• Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, engineering physics, or physics (or similar)
• Familiarity with NI products
• Work productively in a team development environment

Our Culture & Commitment to You:
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognize the importance of employee well-being. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
About Us
WHY EMERSON
Our Commitment to Our People
At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.
We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world's most complex problems - for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
At Emerson, you'll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let's go. Let's think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let's go, together.
Work Authorization
Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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ABOUT EMERSON
Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.
With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.
We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you're an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team - let's go!
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