Motor Controller Hardware Design Engineer

Quick Facts

• Role: Motor Controller Hardware Design Engineer

• Focus: Hands-on motor controller hardware design, power electronics, PCB design, and prototype-to-production support

Description

Design and develop next-generation motor controller hardware from concept and architecture through PCB design, testing, and production. Translate system-level requirements into hardware specifications in close collaboration with firmware, systems, manufacturing, and quality teams. Validate designs using electrical, thermal, and EMC analysis, build and test prototypes, and support integration of motor-control algorithms and interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop motor controller hardware from initial concept through testing and production

• Create schematics and PCB layouts using Altium Designer

• Perform electrical, thermal, and EMC analysis and simulation

• Build and test prototypes; troubleshoot and drive issues to resolution

• Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturing partners on component selection, sourcing, and production support

• Partner with firmware and software engineers on integration and validation of motor-control algorithms and interfaces

• Support quality and compliance teams for regulatory requirements and industry certifications

• Develop technical documentation including design specifications, test procedures, and engineering reports

• Stay current with advancements in motor control, power electronics, and hardware design

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

• Demonstrated experience designing motor controller hardware in complex electromechanical environments

• Strong schematic capture and PCB layout experience with Altium Designer

• Solid understanding of analog and digital circuit design, power electronics, and signal processing

• Practical motor control theory experience, including PID and FOC, with feedback mechanisms

• Experience designing or supporting 1–4 HP motor control systems

• Hands-on experience with Brushed DC, Brushless DC, and AC Induction motors

• Experience with active and passive Power Factor Correction (PFC)

• Experience designing, testing, and supporting flyback power supplies

• Familiarity with SPICE or comparable simulation and design-verification tools

• Strong troubleshooting and hands-on problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams

• Strong communication skills and a detail-oriented mindset

Benefits

• Competitive salary: $110,000–$125,000 per year

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) with company matching

• Company-paid life insurance

• Short- and long-term disability insurance

• FSA / HSA

• Generous paid time off

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)