Lead Hardware Engineer

Do you want to be part of creating the future's alarm and communication solutions that make a difference in people's everyday lives? Tjeders in Malmköping is looking for an experienced and driven hardware designer to design, develop, and test advanced hardware solutions. You will collaborate cross-functionally with software engineers, product owners, and production - where you, as the Lead Hardware Engineer, have an extra responsibility for hardware design. Are you passionate about technology, precision, and sustainable solutions? Apply today – selection is ongoing!

ABOUT THE POSITION

Tjeders Industri AB has been developing alarm and communication solutions for healthcare and safety since 1942 and is now an IT partner with expertise in innovative service deliveries to companies, regions, and municipalities. Tjeders has about 40 employees, with headquarters and its own factory in Malmköping, as well as offices in Stockholm, Lund, and Eskilstuna. Tjeders, with its unique employee-owned structure, is a value-driven company where their core values Quality – Innovation – Humanity lead everything they do. For more information, please read more here.

As a Lead Hardware Engineer in electronics, you will drive and be responsible for the entire hardware development process and design of electronic solutions, from concept to finished product. You will be a key person in the team, collaborating closely with software and mechanical developers, as well as supporting purchasing and production. The role involves both strategic work and practical design, focusing on ensuring high quality and regulatory compliance.

Tjeders offers a family-like work environment, where innovation and collaboration are central. You will be part of an engaged team that works closely together to develop products that make a difference. You are expected to be on-site in Malmköping at least 2 days a week as production, labs, etc. are located here. The rest of the time can be worked from satellite offices in Eskilstuna, Stockholm, or from home. This is a long-term role with good opportunities for direct employment with Tjeders.

You are offered

• An educational position among ambitious colleagues, where new thinking and innovation flow
• Participation in valuable and sustainable work that makes a difference
• Become part of a family-oriented and welcoming company

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities

In this role, you will be responsible for driving and developing hardware architecture and designing new products. You will be involved in the entire product lifecycle, from concept to production, ensuring that the solutions meet both technical requirements and market needs.

• Design and construct circuit boards and PCB layout.
• Establish technical specifications, schematics, and BOM lists.
• Lead and perform EMS and functional tests, ensuring regulatory compliance (e.g., EN 50130).
• Support purchasing in component selection and management of End-of-Life components.
• Collaborate closely with software, mechanics, and production teams.
• Review technical solutions and participate in strategic project planning.
• Develop requirement specifications in consultation with the customer and innovation manager.
• Document design processes and technical specifications.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU WHO

• Has a completed master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a similar field
• Has several years of experience in hardware design and development
• Has in-depth knowledge of circuit design, PCB layout, and signal processing
• Has experience with CAD tools such as Altium Designer, OrCAD, or similar
• Can speak and write in Swedish and English as both languages are used in your daily work

For this role, a background check in the form of an extract from the criminal record and UC will be conducted.

It is advantageous if you have

• Experience with Radio, UHF such as LoRa and BLE
• Knowledge of EMC/EMI and certification processes
• Experience in project management and leadership

To succeed in the role, you have the following personal qualities:

• Goal-oriented
• Organized
• Responsible
• Respectful

Our recruitment process

This recruitment process is handled by Academic Work, and our client's request is that all questions regarding the position are sent to Academic Work.

We apply ongoing selection and will remove the ad when enough candidates have reached the final stages of the recruitment process. When applying, a CV is requested. A cover letter is not used as a selection method and therefore does not need to be attached. The recruitment process includes two selection tests: a personality test and a cognitive ability test. The tests are a tool to find the candidate with the highest potential for the position and to promote equality, diversity, and a fair recruitment process.