Hardware Engineer III

Description

Job Summary: The Hardware Engineer III will develop, implement, and test hardware projects; research components; interact with internal partners and customers; and support quality assurance and technical support. Key Highlights: 1. Opportunity to make a difference and invest in your professional growth. 2. Respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. 3. Autonomous development of hardware projects with varying levels of complexity. Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market\-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary. Job Summary To support our extraordinary teams that build excellent products and drive our growth, we are seeking a Hardware Engineer III to join our team in Sorocaba. Reporting to the Lab Manager, the Hardware Engineer III role involves... Key daily responsibilities: * Independently develop hardware, integration, and/or dedicated expert system projects of varying complexity according to defined technical requirements, propose technological alternatives, generate associated documentation, and deliver within established project timelines and budgets. * Independently implement, test, and maintain commercialized solutions, produce documentation, and perform hardware and software modifications\/enhancements to ensure solution delivery within established timelines and budgets. * Research and select the most suitable components for upcoming projects, considering cost, procurement ease, service life, technological characteristics, and other relevant factors. * Interact with internal project partners and customer representatives during the development of solution add-ons, gathering information and\/or providing required technical support. * Provide technical support to other company departments as needed in areas including hardware, software, hardware\/software integration, and dedicated expert systems, supporting the creation of hardware solutions. * Define, recommend, and\/or apply hardware quality-related techniques and methodologies to drive continuous improvement. * Act as a knowledge multiplier by providing technical support to peers. * Perform other related or inherent duties associated with your work process. Required Experience to Join Our Team: * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or another engineering discipline. * Proficiency in X86 architecture. * Proficiency in electrical and electronic circuit design and conception. * Proficiency in analog, digital, and RF electronics. * Proficiency in legislation and technical requirements for electro-electronic products and\/or equipment. * Knowledge of electronics, robotics, or automation. * DFA (Design For Assembly), DFM (Design For Manufacturing), DFT (Design For Testability), and DFSS (Design For Six Sigma). * Documentation, requirement elicitation, and specification methodologies. * Microcomputer applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio). * High- and low-volume production and SMT assembly. * Software programming (C, C\+\+, and other technologies). * PCB layout design and drafting. * Logistics distribution and power generation routines. * Project management methodologies (PMBOK). * Alternative energy generation technologies (e.g., solar and wind). * Electrical energy measurement and maintenance technologies. Desirable Qualifications: * Experience in robotics, industrial automation, or embedded systems. * Experience in electro-electronic product certification. * Familiarity with circuit simulators (e.g., SPICE, Proteus, Altium Designer, KiCad). * Experience in compliance and EMC\/EMI testing. * Technical English (for reading and writing documentation). Job Category Design, Process \& Technology Engineering Required Skills: Optional Skills: Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).