Hardware Development Engineer

Munich Electrification

Hardware Development Engineer developing hardware components for battery applications at Munich Electrification. Working on circuit design, testing, and hardware integration with a focus on electric vehicles.

Posted 4/12/2026full-timeMunich • 🇩🇪 GermanyJuniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design responsibility for circuit components and/or complete PCBAs, including ownership of the release process
Component selection and supplier communication during development, including creation and maintenance of component libraries
Circuit design using Altium Designer
Design analysis and documentation in accordance with customer and internal ME requirements
Specification, design and construction of test fixtures and equipment to perform hardware-level tests
Execution of hardware component and hardware-integration tests on prototypes, development samples and production units
Support in creating test requirements and test sequences, taking into account internal and customer requirements, and development of risk analyses for used technologies and required mission profiles
Scripting of test sequences to enable partial or full automation of hardware test cases
Documentation of test results and maintenance of traceability between test cases and hardware requirements
Support for root cause analysis of component or design failures identified during testing
Management of test equipment resources in cooperation with project owners and other stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in an engineering field (mechatronics, electrical engineering, automotive engineering or similar)
Practical experience in electronic design, testing and analysis; automotive experience is a plus
Knowledge of hardware component and integration test methods and a strong background in planning, executing and automating test cases; Python knowledge is an advantage
Experience in electronics design and manufacturing, with the ability to create schematics and layouts and interpret drawings
Highly motivated, with a willingness to take responsibility and ownership of projects
Creative, curious and enthusiastic about innovative electronic solutions for electric vehicles
Team-oriented with strong communication skills (English required; German desirable)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible, trust-based working hours and hybrid work model
Competitive compensation
Pension plan / bonus scheme
Free access to the on-site fitness center or subsidized EGYM Wellpass
Free snacks, coffee, drinks and daily lunch (freshly prepared by our chef)
Public transport ticket
Bike leasing via Business Bike
Various inspiring and fun team events
ME-branded clothing
Option to "work from anywhere" (6 weeks/year)

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Hard Skills & Tools

circuit designPCB designcomponent selectiontest fixture designhardware testingtest automationscriptingAltium DesignerPythonelectronic design

Soft Skills

team-orientedstrong communication skillshighly motivatedresponsibilitycreativitycuriosityenthusiasm

Certifications

degree in engineering