Electronics Engineer (Contract or Part-Time)

Xsquare is seeking a detail-oriented **Electronics Engineer** to join our hardware team on a part-time basis. This role is critical in transitioning our autonomous forklift designs into a formalized, production-ready ecosystem. You will be responsible for digitizing schematic designs, managing complex cable harnesses, and ensuring our Bill of Materials (BOM) is flawless within the **3DEXPERIENCE** platform. **Key Responsibilities** * **ECAD Design \& Integration:** Capture and refine schematic designs and intricate cable harnesses using **Solidworks Electrical**. * **Data Synchronization:** Migrate and manage design data within the **3DEXPERIENCE** platform, ensuring seamless integration between electrical and mechanical 3D environments. * **Component Management:** Audit existing designs to identify missing or incorrect part numbers. Research and update the database with accurate specifications and manufacturer data. * **Production Readiness:** Generate comprehensive **BOMs (Bill of Materials)**, manage version control (check-in/check-out processes), and assist in formalizing physical assembly designs. * **Iterative Maintenance:** Collaborate with the troubleshooting team to update electrical designs in real-time as hardware modifications are made during testing. **Qualifications \& Skills** * **Education:** Degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, or currently enrolled in a relevant program (for interns). * **Software Expertise:** * **Essential:** Proficiency in **Solidworks Electrical** (2D/3D). * **Platform:** Experience with or a quick ability to learn **Dassault Systèmes 3DEXPERIENCE**. * **Technical Knowledge:** * Understanding of cable harness routing and connector selection. * Familiarity with industrial electronics, sensors, and power distribution. * **Attributes:** High attention to detail (specifically regarding part numbers and documentation) and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced robotics environment. **Bonus Points (Highly Desirable)** * **Embedded Systems:** Experience with embedded C/C\+\+ coding. * **Microcontrollers:** Hands-on experience with **STM32** or similar ARM Cortex-M architectures. * **Protocols:** Familiarity with communication protocols such as **CAN bus, UART, I2C, or SPI** (crucial for forklift sensor/actuator integration). Pay: $3,000\.00 - $4,500\.00 per month Work Location: In person