Hardware Engineer II

 Alertus Technologies, a pioneer and ascending market leader in emergency mass notification solutions, is experiencing unprecedented growth in our target markets. We are looking for like-minded individuals committed to contributing to a positive fast paced environment, who take pride in offering well developed and invaluable life safety products to an engaged customer base.

We are currently seeking a Hardware Engineer II with experience developing and maintaining electronic products to join our Product Development team in Beltsville, MD. This position provides a great opportunity for the right candidate to make a meaningful impact to Alertus, its customers, and to the mass emergency notification industry.

Job Details and Responsibilities:

  • Work with other engineers to develop new products and increase capabilities of legacy ones
  • Design, prototype, and document new electronic components to be used standalone or as parts of larger systems
  • Create necessary packages for transfer to Production and Implementations including Bills of Materials, assembly instructions, test plans, and user documentation
  • Work with QA to ensure product developments meet requirements and are ready to transition to Production
  • Provide 3rd tier technical assistance to Sales for existing and legacy product as necessary
 
Required Skills and Experience:

  • Demonstrate experience with digital and analog design techniques including best practices for volume production repeat ability and reliability
  • Experience with schematic entry and board layout tools
  • Design experience with mixed voltage systems and various serial protocols including ethernet, I2C, SPI, and RS232.  Some experience with embedded WiFi is preferred.  Knowledge of network operation and infrastructure beneficial
  • Experience with prototype debug tools such as oscilloscope and logic analyzer, as well as techniques to identify and resolve issues
  • Working experience with embedded firmware development and repository systems
  • Some experience working with mechanical design to develop electronic housings is preferred
  • Experience with low power design/battery powered design/design to cost concepts
  • Working knowledge of techniques to reduce EMI/ESD/Susceptibility issues.  Previous experience with regulatory testing is helpful
  • Able to work both alone and as part of a larger team to support ongoing development efforts
  • Demonstrate robust analytic thinking skills to be able to investigate and resolve complex technical issues
  • Strong written and oral communication skills with understanding how to engage both technical and non-technical audiences
 
Required Education and Experience:

  • 4 year Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 4-8 years of experience
 
Alertus Career Advantages:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Business Casual Environment
  • Generous Vacation Plan
  • Being Part of A Fast Paced and Growing Company Setting
  • Rewarding Experience Improving the Lives and Safety of Others
  • Regular Company Social and Teambuilding Events
  • Circle of Excellence Rewards Trip
 

EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V
ALERTUS TECHNOLOGIES IS AN E-VERIFY EMPLOYER 

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