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Resideo Sr Hardware Engineer in Aurora, Illinois
Use your advanced knowledge of the hardware engineering discipline, processes and tools to help Resideo deliver innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers. You will work under limited supervision and alongside some of the world's most talented engineers. You will contribute to the development of Resideo's next generation of products by designing, testing and/or validating products/processes from prototype to market. You will be part of a group of highly committed professionals who provide expertise to ensure the success of complex engineering projects and programs while acting as a mentor to more junior engineers. You will interact with internal and external customers in order to facilitate the completion of products to customer specifications.
JOB DUTIES:
Lead sustaining engineering activities including cost‑reduction, design improvement, and obsolescence management (EOL), developing second‑source strategies and qualifying replacement components.
Plan and execute project subtasks such as circuit analysis, testing, validation, and risk assessments while ensuring compliance with product specifications and regulatory standards.
Develop hardware test plans, conduct validation, troubleshoot failures using measurement equipment (oscilloscope, DMM, signal generators, spectrum/network analyzers), and deliver data‑driven corrective actions for manufacturing or field issues.
Collaborate with procurement, vendors, and suppliers to evaluate cost, lead times, supply‑chain risks, and ensure component and product compliance.
Support customer‑acceptance and certification activities; communicate non‑compliance incidents and internal audit findings to appropriate stakeholders.
Provide technical guidance to engineers, technicians, and cross‑functional partners, ensuring project alignment and compliance with engineering methodologies.
Prepare and lead design reviews, technical summaries, and presentations for leadership and external customers.Identify and propose technical improvements, enhancements, and innovative approaches to advance existing products within space‑constrained and RF‑sensitive designs.
YOU MUST HAVE:
5+ years of experience in hardware engineering roles with strong grounding in analog/digital design, component behavior, RF constraints, and PCB layout comprehension.
Proven ability to review, sustain, and cost‑optimize existing designs, including addressing component obsolescence and solving board‑level issues without direct involvement in NPI ownership.
Skilled in interpreting schematics, block diagrams, BOMs, electrical specifications, and supplier trade‑offs for space‑constrained, manufacturable designs.
Hands‑on expertise using oscilloscopes, DMMs, signal generators, power supplies, and spectrum/network analyzers for troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis.
Experienced working within structured product development processes, collaborating cross‑functionally to ensure designs meet performance, RF integrity, cost, and manufacturability requirements.
WE VALUE:
Familiarity with DFM, DFA, and DFx principles.
Experience with power electronics, including: Linear and switching regulators, EMI/EMC considerations, grounding and layout best practices.
Experience or knowledge with regulatory standards (UL, FCC, CE) is a plus.
Understanding of manufacturing test strategies and yield optimization.
Experience working in cost-sensitive, high-volume, life safety and security systems.
Ability to balance engineering rigor with practical cost and scheduling constraints.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
Comprehensive benefits including health and life insurance, retirement plans, vacation & holidays, and more.
Professional growth opportunities to manage multiple product lines and broaden expertise across Resideo’s security portfolio.
The opportunity to work for a global company with opportunities for career advancement!
The opportunity to intimately support the process of certification and approval for unique product launches across the globe.
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Resideo Technologies has announced its intention to spin off ADI Global Distribution and establish it as a separate, publicly traded company. Under this plan, ADI will continue its role as a leading global wholesale distributor serving commercial and residential markets, while Resideo will retain its manufacturing and product-solutions business. Upon separation, both companies will operate independently to better serve their respective markets and customers. The spin-off is currently targeted for completion in the second half of 2026, subject to customary conditions.
Resideo is a $6.76 billion global manufacturer, developer, and distributor of technology-driven sensing and control solutions that help homeowners and businesses stay connected and in control of their comfort, security, energy use, and smart living. We focus on the professional channel, serving over 100,000 contractors, installers, dealers, and integrators across the HVAC, security, fire, electrical, and home comfort markets. Our products are found in more than 150 million residential and commercial spaces worldwide, with tens of millions of new devices sold annually. Trusted brands like Honeywell Home, First Alert, and Resideo power connected living for over 12.8 million customers through our Products & Solutions segment. Our ADI | Snap One segment spans 200+ stocking locations in 17 countries, offering a catalog of over 500,000 products from more than 1,000 manufacturers. With a global team of more than 14,000 employees, we offer the opportunity to make a real impact in a fast-growing, purpose-driven industry. Learn more at www.resideo.com.
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