Hardware Engineer (Security Systems)

TL;DR

Hardware Engineer (Security Systems): Developing sophisticated schematic solutions and PCB layouts for security devices with an accent on reliability, scalability, and mass production. Focus on optimizing hardware-software interfaces, reducing costs through component unification, and leading the prototype bring-up process for high-volume manufacturing.

Location: Hybrid in Hsinchu, Taiwan

Company

hirify.global is an international tech company and the largest manufacturer of security systems in Europe, providing end-to-end protection for homes and businesses.

What you will do

• Develop sophisticated schematic solutions and PCB layouts for new devices.
• Proactively identify opportunities for cost reduction and performance enhancement via component unification.
• Lead complex hardware projects from initial concept through to mass production (10,000+ units/month).
• Act as a subject matter expert for firmware and supply chain teams to optimize hardware-software interfaces.
• Lead the prototype bring-up process, debugging complex issues and defining design validation protocols.

Requirements

• Expert-level calculation of circuit elements and high-fidelity simulations.
• Professional proficiency in Altium Designer (including managed libraries and 3D modeling).
• Proven track record of designing for LVD/EMC compliance and mass manufacturing (DFM/DFT).
• Deep expertise in designing battery-powered and mains-powered (85–265 VAC) devices.
• Experience with BOM management, Gerber files, and Git for version control.
• Fluent English required for technical documentation and international collaboration.

Nice to have

• Direct experience working with vendors for high-volume production.
• Advanced understanding of Signal Integrity (SI) and Power Integrity (PI).
• Ability to write or review embedded software (C/C++, STM32).
• Experience guiding products through global certifications such as UL, CE, and RED.