FPGA Engineer - Massachusetts

Our client is a cutting-edge company specializing in AI-powered security solutions designed to protect high-traffic, secure locations. Their innovative products provide state-of-the-art detection and monitoring capabilities, ensuring the highest levels of security for facilities with significant foot traffic. They are now seeking a highly motivated FPGA Engineer to join their team and contribute to the development and enhancement of their security products.

Our client is looking for a FPGA Engineer with a moderate level of experience who is excited to work with cutting-edge technologies in the security industry. While the primary focus will be on FPGA development, this is an excellent opportunity for someone who has a broad technical skill set and is eager to learn and grow in the field of AI-based security. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in hardware development and debugging, including making cable assemblies, solving power supply issues, and working with custom LED boards. Experience with testing using standard equipment, as well as knowledge of Arduino and Python, is highly desirable for this position.

Additionally, this position offers a great opportunity for growth, including the potential to gain knowledge in RF technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, test, and optimize FPGA-based systems for security detection applications.
• Assist in the design, assembly, and debugging of custom cable assemblies and power supply issues.
• Work with custom LED boards, including debugging and testing functionality.
• Utilize standard testing equipment to validate system performance.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and improve designs.
• Support the integration of hardware components into larger systems.
• Potential to expand knowledge in RF technologies and apply them to security products.
• Utilize Arduino and Python for testing, prototyping, and automating tasks.
• Support product development from concept to deployment.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• A background in electrical engineering with a moderate level of experience (approximately 2-4 years).
• Hands-on experience with FPGA development, including VHDL or Verilog.
• Experience working with custom cable assemblies, power supplies, and LED boards.
• Familiarity with testing equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power supplies.
• Experience with Arduino, Python, or similar languages for automation and prototyping.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to identify and solve technical problems.
• Eagerness to learn and develop new skills, including potential exposure to RF technologies.
• A passion for working in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with AI or machine learning technologies in security or related fields is a plus.
• Familiarity with RF technologies or a willingness to learn them.
• Knowledge of PCB design and schematic capture tools is an advantage.