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Lead hardware verification, lifecycle support, and manufacturing input to ensure reliable, low-overhead production that meets commercial objectives.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign Layer 2/3 access and distribution network switches for power utilities, oil & gas, industrial automation, railway/roadway transportation, and outdoor applications.Create DIN-rail and pizza-box designs with natural convection cooling (-40°C to 75°C ambient), high EMC immunity, and 4 kV lightning surge protection.Develop interfaces including 24/48 VDC power entry, 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet, PoE (up to IEEE 802.3bt), and fiber uplinks (100Base-FX through 10G).Perform digital, analog, low-voltage power, PoE, and embedded CPU/SoC design (DDR3/4, Flash) using Ethernet switch and PHY ICs.Write functional/detailed specs, manufacturing and designer test plans; interpret requirements; select components; perform power/thermal calculations.Guide PCB layout for high-speed and EMC compliance; collaborate on stack-ups, DFM/DFT, bring-up, system testing, and issue resolution.Provide weekly status, peer design reviews, field/factory troubleshooting, and knowledge sharing.Supervisory May lead and direct the work of others.Qualifications6+ years analog/digital design experience, including 24/48 VDC and low-voltage power design.Required: Embedded CPU/microprocessor/SoC design; networking design (1G/10G Ethernet copper & optical, switching, PHYs).Experience with industrial-temperature and harsh outdoor product design; Class A/B EMI compliance; PCB layout techniques for high-speed and EMI.Proficient in schematic entry; strong troubleshooting skills.Ability to work independently, mentor juniors, prioritize effectively, and collaborate across teams.Programmable logic experience is a plus.Apply","company":"Apollo Technical","rawCompany":"apollo technical","city":"Cary","state":"NC","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-24T13:41:47.645Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"},{"code":"17-2061.00","title":"Computer Hardware Engineers","slug":"computer-hardware-engineers"},{"code":"17-2071.00","title":"Electrical Engineers","slug":"electrical-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"334418","title":"Printed Circuit Assembly (Electronic Assembly) Manufacturing","slug":"printed-circuit-assembly-electronic-assembly-manufacturing"},{"code":"334419","title":"Other Electronic Component Manufacturing","slug":"other-electronic-component-manufacturing"},{"code":"334111","title":"Electronic Computer Manufacturing","slug":"electronic-computer-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Hardware Design Engineer","description":"Apollo Technical has an immediate need for a Hardware Design Engineer in the Raleigh NC areaThis is a full time position with benefits packageSalary range 110k to 130kJob Summary Design electrical hardware for printed circuit board assemblies used in harsh-environment Layer 2/3 Industrial Ethernet switches. 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