Engineer II, Hardware

At Landis+Gyr, we're helping shape the future of energy—making it more intelligent, resilient, and sustainable. As a global energy technology leader, we're accelerating the energy evolution through purposeful innovation and trusted partnerships. Trusted by more than 2,000 utilities worldwide, our intelligent solutions connect devices, data, and decisions across the grid, helping customers modernize infrastructure, optimize operations, and deliver energy that is more reliable, resilient, accessible, safe, and sustainable. Behind every solution is a team of approximately 3,300 employees across more than 40 countries who are passionate about solving complex challenges, driving innovation, and making a meaningful impact for our utility customers and the communities they serve. Join Team Green and help shape the future of intelligent energy. Job Summary   The Hardware (HW) Engineer designs, develops, documents, and tests electronic hardware for Automatic Meter Reading (AMR)/ Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) systems. Designs and tests analog and digital circuitry used in precision metrology, and interfaces with Radio Frequency (RF) communications & embedded computer devices. Circuit design involves power supplies, serial communication protocols, signal conditioning, RF circuits, transceivers, power management, low power, sensor technologies, small signal, transient protection, mains connections, and microcontroller interfaces. Responsible for R&D hardware within completes solutions as part of a cross-functional team working with Firmware, Mechanical, and Manufacturing. Collaborate with team members and other R&D teams in design, development, and validation of complete Smart Grid solutions.    Key Responsibilities: •    Circuit design including circuit simulation, schematic capture, and PCB layout tools.  •    Electrical verification testing using lab equipment such as power supplies, environmental chambers, industry specific test boards, and RF/analog test equipment.  •    Hands-on bench testing and soldering of printed circuit board assemblies and components.   •    Certification of products to FCC and electrical safety standards (ANSI, UL, IEC, etc.).  •    Generation of manufacturing tests and specifications.      •    Regular use of Microsoft Office tools.  •    Contribute to component selection, product design, development, documentation, and validation.  •    Work on agile development teams, collaborating with multiple cross-discipline architecture teams to develop hardware as part of L+G Smart Grid solutions.  •    Contribute to area-specific continuous improvement initiatives.  •    Contribute to innovative technology and solutions development and/or validation.   Company Values: •    Supports and adheres to Company’s core values.  •    Performs other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required.  •    Supports and adheres to Company’s Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy.  •    Represents Company in a positive, professional manner when working with both internal and external customers.   Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: •    Experience with lab equipment - DC power supplies, oscilloscope, and digital multimeter. •    Experience with schematic capture tools and circuit simulation (SPICE).  •    Must be able to read schematics and identify standard electrical components.  •    Knowledge of fundamental theories of analog circuits, power supplies, microcontrollers, high frequency signal characteristics, magnetics, and digital signal characteristics.    •    Knowledge of development processes, tools, and related frameworks.  •    Knowledge of relevant development and/or validation methodologies. •    Knowledge of AMI and Smart Grid Systems and Solutions. •    Must be proficient with Excel, Word, and Outlook.   •    Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally