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Stevens Industries

Engineering CAD Technician

Talmo, GA

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As an Engineering CAD Technician, you will be responsible for creating and modifying technical ... Provide technical support and troubleshooting for CAD software and hardware. * Create routing data ...

Blue Origin LLC

As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers you will work to design ... You will own the complete lifecycle of mission-critical hardware that directly enables lunar ...

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How much do hardware design technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for hardware design technician in the United States is $24.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hardware Design Technician vs Electronics Assembler?

AspectHardware Design TechnicianElectronics Assembler
CredentialsAssociate degree or technical certification in electronics or hardware designHigh school diploma or equivalent, with on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, engineering offices, collaborative teamsManufacturing floors, assembly lines, production facilities
Industry UsageUsed in electronics design, hardware development, prototypingInvolved in assembling electronic components and devices

While both roles work within the electronics industry, Hardware Design Technicians focus on designing and testing hardware components, whereas Electronics Assemblers are responsible for physically assembling electronic products. The roles differ in skills, environment, and responsibilities but often collaborate during product development.

How much do hardware design technicians make in the US?

Hardware design technicians in the US typically earn a median annual salary of around $60,000 to $70,000, depending on experience, location, and certifications. They often work with electronic design automation tools and may require knowledge of circuit design and testing procedures.

What is the role of a hardware design technician?

A hardware design technician assists in developing and testing electronic hardware components and systems. They work with engineers to create schematics, assemble prototypes, and troubleshoot hardware issues, often using tools like oscilloscopes and CAD software. Their role supports the design, validation, and refinement of hardware products in a manufacturing or development environment.

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Lead Controls Hardware Design Engineer - Relocation Assistance Eligible

Victor, NY • On-site

Progressive Machine & Design
Industrial Automation Equipment Manufacturing • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Progressive Machine & Designexternal

$125K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Design controls hardware for turnkey custom automation equipment.

  • Review customer requirements, develop controls architecture, and create electrical schematics and layouts.

  • Assist with electrical and fluid power debugging and update designs throughout the project lifecycle.

Job description

Description:

Location: On-site - Victor, NY. Design it. Build it. See it run.

Qualified Candidates May be eligible for relocation assistance. 

Salary: $125,000 - $140,000


JOB SUMMARY

Our Controls Engineering Department is Growing and we're looking for leaders of the pack who have experience in custom automation - no two projects are quite alike! The Lead Controls Hardware Design Engineer is responsible for providing controls hardware design for turnkey custom automation equipment.

At PMD, our engineers don't just design automation systems from a desk. They work alongside the teams building, integrating and commissioning the machine - from concept through completion. 


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Work independently on larger or high complexity projects and/or multiple smaller projects.
  • Training of new and/or less senior engineers.
  • Set technical direction for multiple engineers on portions of larger or more complex projects.
  • Peer Review of other engineers’ work for accuracy and thoroughness.
  • Development of overall machine Controls Architecture
  • Enclosures: Standalone, Remote, Local
  • I/O: In-cabinet, on-machine
  • Network selection & distribution: Ethernet, IOLink, Hardwired
  • Cable/Wiring Routing: Ladder Track, Wireway 
  • Review customer requirements, PMD proposal, PMD cost estimate, and Federal, State, & Local requirements.
  • Attend Mechanical Design Reviews to understand machine functionality, suggest concepts & componentry to meet controls & safety requirements, and subsequently incorporate associated Controls Hardware design elements into the Controls Hardware design. 
  • Translate device list provided by Mechanical Engineering into Controls Hardware design elements.
  • Utilize AutoCad Electrical for drafting.
  • Use provided symbols & circuits.
  • Develop new symbols & circuits as necessary.
  • Controls Hardware Design 
  • AC Power schematics
  • DC Power schematics
  • Safety schematics
  • Servo/Stepper schematics
  • Industrial Network schematics
  • Device schematics
  • Testers, Transducers, Laser Markers, Welders, Robots, etc.
  • I/O schematics
  • Control Enclosure layouts
  • Control Panel layouts
  • Fluid Power Supply schematics
  • Fluid Power Control schematics
  • Bill of Materials
  • Interact with Controls Build personnel to answer questions.
  • Assist Controls Build Technicians, Controls Software Engineers, and Controls Engineers with electrical and fluid power debug.
  • Update design as required throughout the project life cycle.


OTHER DUTIES

  • Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
  • Observe safety procedures.
  • Any other task assigned by management within scope of position, federal and state regulations.
Requirements:

EDUCATION

  • BS in EE, EET, Mechatronics, related engineering field; or demonstrated equivalent experience.


EXPERIENCE (10+ years):

  • AutoCad Electrical
  • NFP79, UL508a, CE, CSA standards
  • Power calculations (AC 3phase, AC 1phase, DC 5-90V, Transformers)
  • Enclosure Heat calculations
  • SCCR calculations
  • Fluid Power flow calculations
  • SISTEMA safety calculations
  • Technical Supervision (5+ years)


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Effective verbal and written communication.  
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general technical procedures.
  • Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry and to calculate scaling factors, proportions, percentages, rates, and ratios.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  
  • Organized
  • Detail oriented
  • Ability to work independently, collaborate on a team, or direct others
  • Ability to take direction
  • Creative/Innovative
  • Time management skills


PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


  • Regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and smell. 
  • Occasionally required to stand, walk, push, pull, lift, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
  • Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 
  • Work environment is primarily performed indoors; partially around moving mechanical parts at a moderate noise level. 
  • Wear safety equipment, including proper PPE.