Hardware Engineer (HE_04_25)

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Hardware Engineer (HE_04_25)

Kenotom develops safety critical embedded systems with focus on the automotive electronics industry. The main activities lie in Basic Software (drivers) for Electronic Control Units (ECUs), Function and Diagnostics Software for ECUs, Hardware Design, Testing and Test Automation of ECUs. Since the beginning in 2014 we have established several partnerships with some of the largest automotive electronics suppliers. We are currently looking for additional engineers for all our sectors. The team keeps constantly growing, offering a dynamic working environment in the frontend of automotive technology and significant evolution opportunities.

In order to enforce our team in the electric powertrain domain we are looking immediately to employ 1 highly motivated Hardware Engineer.

Overview

Electronic Control Units (ECUs) are placed into vehicles performing numerous automation and safety procedures. The hardware design such units is a demanding procedure, requiring deep understanding of microcontrollers, sensors, actuators and power electronics and must take into account their harsh working conditions, demanding requirements concerning reliability and compliance to several industrial, environmental, automotive and safety international standards. Additionally, testing of the functionalities is a key element to meet international levels of safety, since such Electronics that fail in the field are an active hazard to human life. The testing procedures must be rigorous, with a high sense of responsibility and with great attention to detail.

The primary responsibilities of this position are:

1. Analysis, definition and review of hardware requirements
2. Analog and digital hardware design
3. Analysis and simulation of various electronic circuit components
4. Testing, verification and documentation according to the automotive processes

The candidate will be responsible for working as a part of a large development team with other engineers to ensure that program goals are met, schedules are maintained and problems encountered during the development process are resolved. The position is based in Thessaloniki, GR and occasional travel to the customer’s premise may occur.

Studies / Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or similar is required
• Relevant Master’s Degree in Embedded Systems or similar is a plus
• Involvement in embedded systems projects (hobby and/or professional) is a plus

Skills

• Understanding of analog and digital hardware design
• Basic HW simulation concepts and tools
• Understanding or power electronics and actuators
• Good command of Altium Designer
• Highly proficient in spoken and written English
• Knowledge of German is a plus
• Attention to detail and thoroughness
• Documentation Skills – Ability to write fluently to describe system design &test results
• Ability to effectively communicate with peers, supervisors and customers
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision