Explore Hardware Engineer Jobs

Hardware engineers design, develop, test, and improve the physical components that power computers, consumer electronics, communications systems, medical devices, and industrial products. On Ladders, explore vetted Hardware Engineer opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, from hands-on design roles to senior and leadership positions.

What Hardware Engineers Do

Responsibilities vary by industry and specialization. Hardware engineers may define system requirements, create schematics and circuit-board layouts, select components, build prototypes, and run simulations and lab tests. They also collaborate with software, firmware, manufacturing, and product teams to troubleshoot issues and bring reliable products to market.

Common Hardware Engineering Specializations

Roles may focus on digital or analog circuit design, computer architecture, embedded systems, signal integrity, power electronics, FPGA development, hardware validation, or systems engineering. Job titles can include Hardware Design Engineer, Electrical Hardware Engineer, Embedded Hardware Engineer, Senior Hardware Engineer, and Hardware Engineering Manager.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for a degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field, along with experience designing and testing electronic systems. Relevant skills may include PCB design, schematic capture, circuit analysis, laboratory instrumentation, CAD or EDA tools, debugging, and knowledge of manufacturing processes. Requirements vary by role and employer.

Find Your Next Hardware Engineer Role

Explore high-paying Hardware Engineer jobs on Ladders to find opportunities that fit your experience, technical interests, and career goals. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, and use your profile and résumé to highlight relevant projects and measurable results.

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$200K - $383K *

Join us to lead the contracts function in a dynamic Federal contracting environment. Oversee a team of 20+ professionals, develop strategies, and negotiate complex contracts while fostering strong rel...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$168K - $252K *

Transform CPU performance through analysis, tuning, and benchmarking. Collaborate on workload characterization and competitive analysis to enhance software and hardware performance, driving innovation...

Oklahoma, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Unlock your potential as you lead end-to-end design for complex AI-driven systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create intuitive, secure user experiences that prioritize trust and precis...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to drive SoC integration, ensuring quality and performance optimization while collaborating with clients and guiding junior engineers. Leverage your expertise in RTL design and dig...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$133K - $146K *

Analyze and enhance quality processes in a dynamic environment, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating cross-functionally to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement in...

Maryland, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $211K *

Unlock potential by serving as a key technical leader, bridging engineering and enterprise architecture to eliminate adoption friction and enhance cloud-native infrastructure and AI platform deploymen...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of electrical engineering by collaborating with design teams, ensuring technical compliance, and enhancing performance across diverse projects. Join us to tackle innovative challenges...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in 5G and 6G network products by developing virtual models and enhancing SoC verification. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize pre-silicon software develop...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$160K - $187K *

Grow your career with a hands-on Engineering Manager role leading a dynamic team to enhance an AI-powered healthcare hiring platform, ensuring quality, reliability, and innovation across multiple tech...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$186K - $280K *

Transform design verification processes by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance methodologies, automate tooling, and implement infrastructure that accelerates product development from...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform the quality landscape of data center equipment by overseeing supplier audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure complianc...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform the future of automation by leading innovative robotic solutions. Drive design, compliance, and manufacturing processes while mentoring a high-performing team in a dynamic, growth-stage envi...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading SoC integration efforts, optimizing designs, and ensuring quality checks. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and deliver exceptional results while maintaining cust...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $195K *

Drive innovation by developing and maintaining Linux kernel features, collaborating with hardware teams, and contributing to the upstream community. Own projects from definition to deployment while me...

Vancouver, BCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading electrical engineering projects, ensuring compliance with standards and specifications. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions while mentoring junior engine...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $155K *

Engage in a dynamic role where you'll lead customer integration and optimize cutting-edge coherent DSP optical solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive product success and enhance...

San Jose, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$163K - $217K *

Lead the charge in establishing global technical standards for utility and power systems. As a strategic authority, you'll guide complex engineering decisions and mentor teams across diverse projects...

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2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$126K - $167K *

Shape the future of mission-critical facilities by leading electrical design projects. Collaborate with design and project management teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring compliance with co...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Develop user-facing features and improve systems by leveraging software architecture, APIs, and cloud technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, maintainable solutions...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$118K - $162K *

Shape the future of energy infrastructure by architecting and developing innovative mechanical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate customer needs into scalable solutions, ens...

New Hampshire, USRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Champion growth by leveraging your engineering expertise to drive sales, build relationships, and expand market presence in a dynamic territory. Collaborate with teams to create impactful strategies a...

St. Paul, MNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$115K - $130K *

Transform the contracting process by managing the lifecycle of agreements, ensuring efficient execution while balancing risk and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior VDC Engineer, driving innovative design solutions and enhancing project delivery through advanced BIM technologies and collaboration with diverse teams in a dynamic e...

St. Louis, MORemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$152K - $241K *

Engage with a dynamic team to enhance CUDA Tile, optimizing compiler transformations and performance for NVIDIA GPUs. Drive innovation in deep learning applications, defining APIs and implementing cut...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$66K - $106K *

Shape the future by collaborating with stakeholders to analyze and document system requirements, ensuring clarity and consistency across products while enhancing functionality and user experience in a...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a hardware engineer do?question toggle

    A hardware engineer designs, prototypes, tests, and improves physical electronic systems and components. The work may include circuit and board design, component selection, system integration, validation, and collaboration with software and manufacturing teams.

  • What qualifications are common for hardware engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many roles ask for a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related discipline, plus relevant design or testing experience. Specific requirements depend on the specialty and seniority of the position.

  • What skills are useful for hardware engineers?question toggle

    Useful skills can include circuit design and analysis, PCB layout, schematic tools, embedded systems knowledge, lab testing, debugging, signal integrity, and communication across engineering teams.

  • Which industries hire hardware engineers?question toggle

    Hardware engineers work in areas such as semiconductor and computer technology, consumer electronics, telecommunications, automotive, aerospace, medical devices, and industrial equipment.

  • Where can I find Hardware Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search Hardware Engineer listings and review each posting for its compensation, location, responsibilities, and qualifications.