Hardware Developer | Hardwareentwickler (m/w/d)

STEPPS Projekt & Personal Service GmbH Personaldienstlei

Kronach, Oberfranken, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Mar 19, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role involves the independent development of electronic hardware solutions for innovative systems, specifically focusing on lighting, intelligent surfaces, and E/E systems within the automotive sector. As a Hardware Developer, you will define mechatronic concepts and system specifications while creating and monitoring technical documentation according to strict automotive standards. Your day-to-day will involve circuit design and layout using Altium Designer and Mentor Expedition, including thermal and electrical simulations. You will play a pivotal role in interdisciplinary agile teams, contributing to product ideas and technology platforms. This position is unique for its blend of creative conceptual work—such as developing circuit topologies—and practical project management involving international coordination with customers and suppliers. It offers a permanent contract with a clear path toward direct employment at a major client company, supported by flat hierarchies and a collaborative environment.

Required Skills

Education

Successfully completed degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a similar field.

Experience

  • Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in the automotive industry
  • Professional experience with technology platforms, circuit topologies, and key electronic components
  • Practical experience in agile development environments
  • Experience in lighting technology is highly preferred
  • Proven experience in managing international projects and stakeholder interfaces

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Willingness to work in international projects with coordination of external suppliers and customers; ability to perform design qualification and support design-in processes.