Lead Hardware Engineer – Embedded Systems (m/f/x)

Lead Hardware Engineer – Embedded Systems (m/f/x)

Location: Berlin (Hybrid: 2 days Home Office)

Salary: Up to €80,000

Company Language: English

We are recruiting for a Lead Hardware Engineer for a rapidly scaling Green-Tech leader in the e‑mobility sector. With 150 employees—30 of whom are in R&D in Berlin—the company combines the agile, high‑impact spirit of a startup with the security of an international business. This role is for a true senior professional.

Your Role & Responsibilities

• Project Ownership: Take full technical responsibility for features, from clarifying requirements to final delivery, for both in‑house chargers and partner‑specific stacks.
• Architecture & Design: Architect mixed‑signal embedded systems for AC mains applications, including schematic design, component selection, and HDI PCB layout.
• Compliance & Validation: Lead simulation and lab validation while ensuring compliance with IEC, UL, and EMC standards.
• Cross‑functional Lead: Coordinate closely with Firmware, Mechanical Engineering, and Manufacturing teams.
• Independence: Work with a high degree of autonomy; your ability to self‑organize and communicate risks or progress proactively is essential.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: 5+ years in embedded hardware development with a proven track record of bringing products to market.
• Technical Mastery: Deep knowledge of MCU/ARM/SoC architectures, analog/digital electronics, and EDA tools.
• Hands‑on Skills: Proficiency with lab equipment (VNAs, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers) for debugging and prototype bring‑up.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional communication and organizational skills are a must. You should be comfortable leading projects without micromanagement.
• Languages: Excellent English (company language).

Nice‑to‑Have

• Background in RF design (Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, LTE).
• Industry experience in power conversion or automotive sectors.

What My Client Offers

• The Environment: A newly renovated office with a stocked kitchen (plenty of snacks and yogurts) and a flat hierarchy.
• Mobility: Access to company test cars that can be used for personal trips on weekends.
• Culture: A collaborative team environment with regular BBqs, volleyball games, and team events.
• Personal Growth: Free German language classes, mental well‑being support, and significant employee discounts.
• Impact: A high degree of freedom to shape core technologies in a growing R&D department.

My client is a rapidly expanding leader in the Green‑Tech and E‑Mobility sector, transitioning from a successful startup to an international player with presence in 20 countries. They are at the forefront of the energy transition.