About FTC Solar Inc FTC Solar is a fast growing global provider of solar tracker systems technology software and engineering services We are as passionate about renewable energy as we are about our culture and values We want to attract likeminded individuals who live and breathe Integrity Accountability Innovation and Excellence We re humble enough to know that we don t know everything so we love bold ideas that disrupt the status quo Basically we don t want you to just fall in line FTC Solar is committed to creating a culture of inclusion and diversity For us this is not just a set of words or metrics It drives our culture creativity and future success We support our employees and foster an environment where new ideas and perspectives are celebrated and encouraged When our employees thrive FTC Solar thrives We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity or Veteran status Location Chennai India We are looking for a Sr Hardware Engineer to join our dynamic hardware engineering team The successful candidate will play a key role in the design development and testing of innovative electronic hardware systems This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong foundation in hardware design prototyping and system architecture As a Hardware Engineer you will contribute to the creation of high-performance reliable electronic products working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that all systems meet design specifications and industry standards Key Responsibilities Hardware Design System Architecture Contribute to the design and development of hardware systems including schematic capture PCB layout and component selection Collaborate with senior engineers to define and implement system architectures for electronic devices focusing on performance power efficiency reliability and cost-effectiveness Design hardware systems that can operate under different environmental conditions and meet long-term functional requirements Prototyping Testing Validation Develop hardware prototypes and conduct thorough testing to validate designs Work with software and firmware teams to ensure seamless integration of hardware components with embedded software systems Perform testing and validation to ensure designs meet functional and reliability specifications Documentation Collaboration Create and maintain transparent accurate and detailed hardware documentation including schematics specifications and test procedures Ensure all documentation meets industry standards and is understandable for both technical and non-technical teams Work closely with software engineers firmware developers and product managers to support the development of product designs and ensure smooth project execution Compliance Regulatory Ensure that hardware designs comply with relevant industry standards safety regulations and certifications e g UL CE RoHS Support the certification process by working with regulatory bodies and external partners Troubleshooting Technical Support Investigate and resolve hardware-related issues during the development process and in post-production Provide technical support to internal teams and customers to troubleshoot hardware problems as necessary Research Development Stay current with trends in hardware technology and industry best practices Participate in research and development activities to explore new technologies that improve product performance and reduce costs Qualifications Education Bachelor s or master s degree in electrical engineering Electronics Engineering or a related field Experience 8 years of hands-on experience in hardware design including schematic capture PCB layout and system integration Skills Proficient in hardware design tools e g Altium Designer OrCAD Eagle Strong knowledge of both analog and digital circuit design principles Familiarity with industry standards and safety regulations e g UL CE RoHS Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities with strong analytical skills Effective communicator and collaborator able to work well within cross-functional teams Preferred Qualifications Experience in solar tracker controller design and development Knowledge of RF communications including Zigbee and Bluetooth Low Energy BLE Willingness to travel internationally for supplier development customer visits and exhibitions WORKING CONDITIONS FTC Solar offers competitive wages growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package

📌 Senior Hardware Engineer (Tamil Nadu)
🏢 FTC Solar
📍 Tamil Nadu