Hardware Development Engineer Level 2
Reference Number: 400873
Published Date: 06/11/2026
Job Type: Temporary
Industry: Architecture and Engineering
Hours: Full Time
Our client, a global leader in the design and manufacturing of Industrial drives and automation controls, is seeking a Hardware Development Engineer, Level 2 to join their team. As a Hardware Development Engineer, you will be part of the Production Engineering Team supporting Manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in all stages of hardware product development-from sub-circuit design and integration to functional analysis, regulatory compliance and cross-functional electronics product development. This is a contract status position and will have a duration of approximately one year.
Job Title: Hardware Development Engineer 2
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Pay: $38--$42/hr. plus OT, benefits
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate on an agile team to design and develop new industrial automation products, including overall architecture and hardware verification.
• Program, analyze, and troubleshoot electronic hardware prototypes.
• Prepare product design documentation and test reports.
• Lead technical initiatives such as researching new technologies, implementing new circuit design tools, and troubleshooting failures
• Work with technical peers to implement test automation and design simulation.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar technical degree
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in cross-functional product development
• Experience using design capture tools, able to read & understand schematics, and have in-depth knowledge of circuit theory and operation, including microprocessors, digital logic devices, analog and/or DC-power conversion, programmable devices (CPLDs, FPGAs)
• Hands-on experience with hardware test equipment including, but not limited to, debuggers, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
• Knowledge of industrial control systems, programmable logic controllers, and/or functional safety design
Why should you choose Manpower Engineering?
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with Match
- Weekly pay with direct deposit
- Holiday Pay
- Referral Rewards
- Monthly Recognition Programs
- Dedicated Career Partner to help you achieve your career goals
- Recognized as World’s Most Ethical Companies in 2023 for 14th year in a row
If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!
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