Hardware Development Engineer | Entwicklungsingenieur Hardware (m/w/d)

FERCHAU GmbH Niederlassung Kiel

Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Deutschland
Published Oct 27, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

This role involves working on the cutting edge of hardware development for complex vehicle systems, focusing heavily on rigorous testing and verification processes. Day-to-day responsibilities include analyzing intricate technical relationships, designing, planning, and integrating specialized test environments for electronic control units (ECUs). You will be responsible for creating test software using scripting and high-level languages, and executing functional testing, often utilizing tools like DOORS. A critical component of the job is ensuring compliance with functional safety standards, specifically working with test concepts aligned with the V-Model, ISO 26262, and IEC 61508. Furthermore, you will manage external subcontractors and engineering service providers for specific subprojects. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Electrical or Communications Engineering and possesses several years of experience in hardware development or verification, coupled with strong project management skills. This position offers an indefinite contract, 30 days of vacation, mobile working flexibility, and excellent opportunities for professional growth.

Required Skills

Education

Completed university or university of applied sciences degree in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, or a comparable qualification

Experience

  • Several years of experience in hardware development or hardware verification
  • Experience with test concepts according to V-Model and ISO 26262 / IEC 61508
  • Professional experience in project management
  • Experience in the development of safety-relevant assemblies (Desirable)

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Willingness for occasional business trips