HW Development Engineer at BorgWarner

Nigrán, Galicia, Spain

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Automotive, Electric Vehicles, Power ElectronicsIndustries

Requirements

Degree in Electronic Engineering or similar/compatible experience
Proficiency in PCB design tools such as Xpedition Enterprise or Altium Designer, with solid understanding of layout best practices
Strong background in analog and digital circuit design, with proven experience in developing reliable and high-performance PCBAs
Experience collaborating with electronic component suppliers, including sourcing, specification alignment, and technical discussions
Effective communication skills in English, both written and verbal, for global cross-functional environment

Responsibilities

Design and document innovative electronic hardware solutions to interface and control automotive components within customer vehicle systems
Develop hardware designs that meet stringent automotive quality standards, using established tools and processes
Collaborate with manufacturing teams to optimize designs for production and testing, aligning with DFM principles
Translate customer and internal specifications into detailed hardware requirements via reviews and technical discussions
Coordinate with external development partners on technical deliverables and integration milestones
Participate in internal and customer meetings to define test strategies, review results, and provide technical solutions
Create schematic designs for new projects based on mechanical constraints and customer requirements
Lead PCBA development from schematic to layout, and support initial bring-up and testing with software teams
Perform analog simulations including thermal, power, and signal integrity analyses to validate design robustness
Support early-stage PCBA testing to ensure functionality and reliability of first prototypes
Contribute to Design Validation (DV) testing and assist manufacturing during Process Validation (PV) phases
Actively support R&D initiatives from a hardware development perspective for innovation and continuous improvement
Perform functions associated with the Quality and EHS system as outlined in annex DG.18.1.1

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

PCBA DesignSchematic DesignPCB LayoutAnalog SimulationThermal AnalysisPower AnalysisSignal IntegrityDFMHardware TestingAutomotive Electronics

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What education and experience are required for the HW Development Engineer role?

A degree in Electronic Engineering or similar experience is required, along with proficiency in PCB design tools like Xpedition Enterprise or Altium Designer, strong background in analog and digital circuit design, experience with electronic component suppliers, and effective English communication skills.

Is this a remote position or does it require working in an office?

The role is based with the STC Power Electronics team in Nigrán, indicating an on-site position in that location.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the work environment like at BorgWarner for this role?

The environment is dynamic, collaborative, global, and cross-functional, involving interaction with teams, OEMs of leading brands, and external partners in a growing technical center with flexibility and empowerment.

What makes a strong candidate for the Hardware Design Engineer position?

Candidates with a degree in Electronic Engineering, proficiency in PCB tools like Altium or Xpedition, experience in analog/digital design and supplier collaboration, plus strong English communication skills stand out; experience related to automotive electronics is also valuable.