Job Description

Role Summary
Dorleco is seeking a Senior Hardware Engineer - VCU Development with strong experience in automotive electronics to lead and contribute to the design, development, validation, and production release of Vehicle Control Units (VCUs).
This role offers end-to-end hardware ownership, close cross-functional collaboration, and hands-on involvement with automotive quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
Location: Onsite - Pune, India
Experience: 4+ Years
Key Responsibilities
Lead hardware architecture, design, and development of VCUs for ICE / EV / Hybrid applications.
Define system requirements and translate them into detailed hardware specifications (schematics, BOM, PCB layout constraints).
Design and review schematics involving MCUs/SoCs, SMPS/LDO power supplies, CAN/LIN/FlexRay/Ethernet, sensors, actuators, and protection circuits.
Guide and review multi-layer, high-speed, high-current, EMC-optimized PCB layouts.
Perform and support hardware bring-up, debugging, and validation activities.
Own DFMEA, HW FMEA, FMEDA, derating analysis, and worst-case analysis.
Ensure compliance with ISO 26262 (Functional Safety) and support ASIL hardware safety requirements.
Ensure compliance with AEC-Q standards, OEM requirements, and automotive environmental regulations.
Plan and execute hardware validation tests: electrical, thermal, EMC/EMI, ESD, surge, vibration, and reliability.
Interface with firmware, system, mechanical, and validation teams for smooth integration.
Support supplier selection, component qualification, and technical discussions with vendors.
Lead design reviews, documentation, and change management throughout the product lifecycle.
Support production ramp-up, failure analysis, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement.
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership within the hardware team.
Required Skills & Experience
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics / Electrical / Embedded Systems Engineering.
4+ years of experience in automotive hardware development, preferably VCU/ECU.
Strong expertise in automotive MCU/SoC-based designs.
Hands-on experience with power electronics (DC-DC converters, load switches, battery interfacing).
Good understanding of vehicle networks: CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Automotive Ethernet.
Experience with ISO 26262 functional safety at hardware level.
Knowledge of EMC/EMI design practices and compliance testing.
Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB design tools (Altium, OrCAD, Cadence, or equivalent).
Experience with hardware debugging tools (oscilloscope, logic analyzer, DMM, power analyzer).
Strong documentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred / Good-to-Have Skills
Experience in EV / Hybrid vehicle architectures and high-voltage systems.
Familiarity with Automotive SPICE (ASPICE) processes.
Exposure to hardware cybersecurity concepts (HSM, secure boot, secure interfaces).
Experience working with OEMs / Tier-1 suppliers.
Knowledge of production testing, DFT, and DFM practices.
What Dorleco Offers
Opportunity to work on next-generation automotive and EV platforms.
High-impact role with complete ownership of VCU hardware.
Collaborative, global, and technically strong engineering environment.
Competitive compensation and strong career growth opportunities.

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