2026 Hardware Systems Engineer (Temporary)

Smart Design — Hardware Systems Engineer (Temporary, Mid-Level to Senior)

Smart Design is looking for a temporary mid-level or senior hardware systems engineer to work across one or two exciting client projects.

The role will tentatively start as soon as possible (October 2026) and will continue for 2-3 months, with possibility of transitioning to full-time.

NATURALLY YOU'LL HAVE

• Experience with complex PCB layout using Altium

• Experience with circuit design

• Familiarity with embedded systems, circuits, microcontrollers and sensor

• Experience with DFMA for electronics

• Experience designing electronics for small consumer appliances

• Experience with manual board assembly and rework

• Experience with design to meet regulatory requirements

• Proficiency with Git

Nice to haves

• Ability to code in C/C++, Python

• Experience working with connected devices

• Experience collaborating with a multi-discipline team

Please note, the role is based in Brooklyn and the candidate will be onsite a minimum of 4 days per week.

The salary range will be dependent on experience and from a full-time salary perspective will range from $60-75/hour on a temporary basis and $80,000-$115,000 plus benefits, should it transition to full time.

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At this time, we are unable to sponsor for this position.