Hardware Engineer

Job Description

Purpose:

The Engineer will perform research in the department of electrical and computer engineering, the NanoBio Systems Laboratory, a multidisciplinary lab developing high-throughput microfluidics, lab-on-a-chip, and organ-on-a-chip system development through micro/nano fabricated devices (website: The candidate is expected to work together with other graduate students and postdoctoral researchers to develop electronics hardware systems to operate microfluidic devices, as well as develop electronics for field-deployable microsystems.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement a hardware control system to operate the microfluidic system.
• Integrate custom-designed PCB circuits, sensors, actuators, microcontrollers, and simple graphical user interfaces for automated system control.
• Optimize hardware performance, reliability, and scalability for research applications.
• Work closely with interdisciplinary research teams to ensure the system meets experimental and operational requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What We Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience.

What Is Helpful:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields.
• Hands-on electronics hardware development and manufacturing experience for control systems, instrumentation, or automation.
• Extensive experience in hardware development for control systems, instrumentation, or automation.
• Experiences in firmware and software development that enable seamless hardware-software integration.
• Equipment Utilized:
• Power supply, function generator, oscilloscope, and other equipment to develop hardware.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong expertise in PCB circuit design and layout for instrument control
• Experience in integrating hardware components such as microcontrollers, actuators, and sensors
• Proficiency in embedded systems programming, signal processing, and communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, USB)
• Proficiency in graphical user interface implementation using languages such as Matlab, Python, Lab-View, or others
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced interdisciplinary research environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for documentation and collaboration.

Work Location:

• Main Campus – College Station, TX.

About Electrical and Computer Engineering:

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Texas A&M University leads advanced research in several important national and global areas for the betterment of humanity. Areas of research include power and power electronics, information systems, computer architecture, analog and mixed signals circuits, biomedical imaging, and photonics and semiconductors, with ML/AI infused in several of these research areas. Situated conveniently in the hub of the Dallas–Austin–Houston technology triangle, the department collaborates closely with key players in healthcare, computing, telecommunications, energy, and semiconductor manufacturing sectors. It also benefits from its proximity to and engagement with the Army Futures Command and the facilities and test-beds available at the Texas A&M System’s RELLIS Campus. With strong support from Texas' robust manufacturing sector and its economy, the department has numerous opportunities to engage in exciting interdisciplinary research partnerships that are shaping the future educational and research landscapes. These partnerships include collaborations and engagement with the Texas A&M Data Science Institute, the Global Cyber Research Institute, the Texas A&M Energy Institute, and the Smart Grid Center.

Texas A&M Engineering provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

• Competitive health benefits.
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance options.
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS), a defined benefit retirement plan with 8% employer contribution.
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Deferred Account (b) and a Deferred Compensation Program (b).
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.
• Tuition assistance:
• Wellness program release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance.

Helpful Applicant Information

Required Materials for Application:

• Resume/CV
• Three work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor/former supervisor.
• Letter of interest

Compensation Philosophy:

• Recruit and retain a high-performing workforce through competitive compensation and career development including career pathing, coaching and skills development.
• Recognize and reward exceptional performance based on individual and team contributions to the growth and success of Texas A&M Engineering.
• Offer total rewards through flexible benefits, professional development, and work-life balance. Maintain an equitable and transparent process for compensation decisions.
• Support, reinforce, and align compensation decisions with budgetary and financial strategies to ensure growth and sustainability.

Employment Eligibility Verification

• If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in delay of start date.