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This role focuses on designing hardware and software for both new and existing products, with an emphasis on embedded systems used in radar and lidar technologies.\nDuties and Responsibilities Support the research and development of technologies to sustain or improve Kustom Signals’ competitiveness in radar and lidar-related products.\nAssist in analyzing and responding to Marketing’s product requirements by establishing hardware and software design criteria.\nDesign, develop, analyze, and document product designs that meet functional, cost, reliability, manufacturability, and safety requirements.\nContribute to project teams throughout the product development process, supporting schedules, task completion, and progress tracking.\nCollaborate with Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Sales to resolve issues related to product design, specifications, and materials.\nStay current with emerging electronic engineering technologies and advancements.\nPerform other duties as assigned.\nEquipment 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