0-2 years of experience in hardware engineering or related field
Understanding of digital and analog hardware design principles
Knowledge of networking fundamentals (IP/TCP/UDP, routing, switching, wireless communication)
Hands-on experience with prototyping tools (breadboards, development kits, lab instrumentation)
Ability to diagnose hardware and network issues at system and component levels
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and test hardware components, boards, and embedded systems
Build functional prototypes using rapid-development tools and test equipment
Integrate wired and wireless networking capabilities into hardware solutions
Configure, test, and troubleshoot network interfaces and communication layers
Collaborate with systems, software, and mechanical engineering teams to define requirements
Support product installation, validation, and early manufacturing builds
Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions for future designs
Benefits
Combination of office work and field work in various locations
Opportunities for off-site installations and travel
Engagement in a collaborative, multi-disciplined engineering environment
Hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology in electronic toll collection systems
Full Job Description
Overview
This position will be located: Harvard, MA
General Function:
V2X is seeking a multi-disciplined Hardware Engineer to support the Tolling Engineering group located in Harvard, MA. This is an entry level position, and the candidate will join a small group of multi-disciplined engineers to develop, test and install hardware sensors and components for electronic toll collection systems. The candidate is expected to report to the V2X offices in Harvard, MA for in-office and on-site work.
Responsibilities
This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.
Specific Duties:
Design, develop, and test hardware components, boards, and embedded systems.
Build functional prototypes using rapid-development tools, test equipment, and iterative hardware design methods.
Integrate networking capabilities-wired and wireless-into hardware solutions.
Configure, test, and troubleshoot network interfaces, protocols, and communication layers.
Collaborate closely with systems, software, and mechanical engineering teams to define requirements and ensure cohesive system performance.
Support product installation, validation, and early manufacturing builds.
Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions for future designs.
Qualifications
Experience:
Entry Level: 0 - 2 years experience.
Understanding of digital and analog hardware design principles
Knowledge of networking fundamentals, including IP/TCP/UDP, routing, switching, and wireless communication.
Desired Experience:
Hands on experience with prototyping tools (breadboards, development kits, lab instrumentation).
Ability to diagnose hardware and network issues at both system and component levels.
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
Working Environment:
Combination of office work and field work both indoor and outdoor locations.
Supporting off-site installations and travel
Physical Activities:
Climbing up and down stairs/ladders, as required.
Compensation:
Range: $65,000.00 - $100,000.00/yr based on experience
About Vertex Inc
Vertex Inc is a leading provider of tax technology and services, enabling companies of all sizes to realize the full strategic potential of the tax function by automating and integrating tax processes, while leveraging advanced and predictive analytics of tax data. Vertex provides cloud-based and on-premise solutions that can be tailored to specific industries for every major line of tax, including income, sales and consumer use, value added and payroll. Vertex also offers solutions for tax data management, compliance and reporting, tax research, and planning and analysis. The company was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.
