Senior Hardware Engineer
Shenzhen, China – Onsite
About the Role
We are looking for a Hardware Engineer to join our R&D center in Shenzhen. As a Hardware Engineer onsite, you will take ownership of key hardware projects and drive them from concept and prototyping through testing, certification, and mass production. This role is quite project-focused: you will coordinate closely with the hardware team onsite, as well as cross-functional teams in design, software, and manufacturing, to deliver successful product outcomes that meet world-class standards.
Responsibilities
● Develop and maintain electronic schematics and PCB layouts using CAD tools (Altium Designer and similar).
● Debug, analyze, and optimize hardware performance, power efficiency, and durability.
● Prepare and manage BOMs (Bill of Materials), ensuring accuracy, cost-efficiency, and availability of components.
● Research, select, and validate components with strong focus on the Chinese electronics supply base.
● Create and maintain documentation packages for manufacturing, assembly, and testing.
● Systematize and improve hardware development workflows and documentation standards.
● Support debugging, validation, and testing of prototypes, support international certification compliance.
● Collaborate with suppliers and factories to resolve technical issues and align on specifications.
● Ensure DFM considerations are integrated into all designs to streamline manufacturing.
Requirements
● 7+ years of experience in consumer electronics product development.
● Solid hands-on experience with Altium Designer (or equivalent EDA tools).
● Strong understanding of BOM management and component lifecycle.
● Knowledge of modern electronic components, with emphasis on sourcing and availability in the Chinese market.
● Practical experience preparing hardware documentation for factories and manufacturing partners.
● Familiarity with hardware testing and debugging practices.
● Ability to structure processes and keep documentation systematic and up to date.
● English is required; Chinese is a strong plus.
Nice to Have
● Experience in gaming hardware, toys, or interactive devices.
● Knowledge of wireless modules (e.g., Bluetooth), power management, or sensor integration.
● Rust, C++, or assembly skills for hardware-related software debugging.
● Experience working directly with Chinese factories (OEM/ODM).