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Senior Automotive Embedded Systems Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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We are seeking a Senior Hardware Design Engineer with expertise in automotive embedded electronics ... Experience with automotive ECUs, ADAS, or embedded control systems. * Knowledge of ISO 26262 ...

MI · On-site

We are seeking a Senior Hardware Design Engineer with expertise in automotive embedded electronics ... Experience with automotive ECUs, ADAS, or embedded control systems. * Knowledge of ISO 26262 ...

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How much do senior automotive embedded systems jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior automotive embedded systems in the United States is $144,773.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $124,000.00 and $162,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Automotive Embedded Systems vs Automotive Software Engineer?

AspectSenior Automotive Embedded SystemsAutomotive Software Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science; experience with embedded systemsBachelor's/Master's in Software Engineering, Computer Science; programming skills
Work EnvironmentDesigning and testing embedded hardware/software in automotive settingsDeveloping automotive software applications and algorithms
Employer & Industry UsageAutomotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, embedded system companiesAutomotive OEMs, software firms, embedded system developers

While both roles involve automotive technology, Senior Automotive Embedded Systems focus on designing and integrating embedded hardware and firmware, whereas Automotive Software Engineers primarily develop software applications for automotive systems. The roles often overlap but differ in scope and technical focus.

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Infographic showing various Senior Automotive Embedded Systems job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $144,773 per year, or $69.6 per hour.

Senior Hardware Design Engineer - Automotive Electronics

Neshent Technologies

Garden City, MI

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

We are seeking a Senior Hardware Design Engineer with expertise in automotive embedded electronics to lead end-to-end hardware development, including circuit design, PCB development, hardware validation, and production support for automotive electronic systems.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Lead hardware design from concept through production.
  • Develop hardware architecture, schematics, and design documentation.
  • Design analog, digital, power management, and microcontroller-based circuits.
  • Select components based on performance, reliability, lifecycle, and cost.
  • Review PCB layouts for signal integrity, power integrity, grounding, and thermal performance.
  • Perform circuit simulations, design analysis, and hardware design reviews.
  • Support prototype bring-up, debugging, integration, and validation.
  • Develop BOMs and manage component lifecycle and obsolescence.
  • Define hardware verification, validation, EMC, ESD, and reliability test plans.
  • Troubleshoot hardware issues and perform root cause analysis.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers.
  • Support DFM, DFT, DFR, production launch, and mentor junior engineers.
Required Skills
  • 8+ years of experience in automotive or embedded hardware design.
  • Strong expertise in analog and digital circuit design.
  • Experience with microcontrollers, processors, sensors, memory, and peripheral interfaces.
  • Hands-on experience designing DC-DC converters, LDOs, protection circuits, and power management.
  • Knowledge of CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet, SPI, I²C, and UART interfaces.
  • Proficiency with Altium Designer, Cadence OrCAD, Mentor Graphics, Zuken, or similar PCB design tools.
  • Experience using LTspice, PSpice, HyperLynx, or equivalent simulation tools.
  • Strong understanding of high-speed PCB design, signal integrity, power integrity, grounding, and EMC.
  • Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other electronic test equipment.
  • Knowledge of automotive standards including AEC-Q100, AEC-Q200, EMC, ESD, and transient protection.
  • Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with automotive ECUs, ADAS, or embedded control systems.
  • Knowledge of ISO 26262 Functional Safety is a plus.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Embedded Systems Engineering.