Hardware Engineer Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled Hardware Engineer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design and drafting of new hardware products, as well as revisions to existing products. Key responsibilities include evaluating contract requirements, performing mechanical design of hardware chassis, capturing schematics, designing printed circuit boards, and providing customer support. The role also involves interfacing with engineers on PCB layout, power distribution, and other special considerations, as well as evaluating vendors and fabricators to ensure the best quality and price. Additionally, the Hardware Engineer will attend weekly engineering meetings and report the status of current projects, while also processing engineering change requests. Hard Skills + FPGA design/development, VHDL experience preferred + Design of revisions to existing products + Capturing schematics + Designing printed circuit boards + PCB layout + Power distribution Soft Skills + Providing customer support + Interfacing with production for error-free assembly + Evaluating vendors and fabricators + Attending and contributing to engineering meetings + Reporting project status Job Type This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 12 Month(s). Work Site This is a fully on-site position in Goleta, California. Work Environment Collaborative and dynamic engineering team environment, with regular meetings and opportunities for cross-functional interaction. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.