Hardware Engineer

The Next Level of Fire & Life Safety Leadership With more than two centuries of combined history, brands like Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech have been leading the way in protecting people and property around the world. Now, we’re taking that leadership to the next level. Kidde Global Solutions brings together the most trusted and iconic brands in safety, building upon our shared experience and expertise to address the needs and challenges of more customers in more places. With an unmatched portfolio of solutions and services, and a commitment to constant innovation we’re elevating the standards for an entire industry – and establishing the next level of fire and life safety leadership. At Kidde Global Solutions, you’re joining a global technology leader in fire and life safety solutions and our employees are the heart of it all. With industry-defining brands in life safety and security, you’ll be part of a legacy of leadership working with cutting-edge technologies that protect lives and property worldwide. As a leading fire safety brand, our mission is to provide solutions that protect people and property from the effects of fire and related hazards. We’re committed to expanding our impact and providing dynamic opportunities for growth within our team. You’ll be part of a company that prioritizes quality, integrity, collaboration, and customer care, with the resources, training, and incentives to ensure your success every step of the way. Country: Poland Location: Gdańsk (Hybrid) Role: Hardware Engineer Department: R&D / Engineering Contract Type: Full Time, UoP We welcome talented professionals from across Europe. If you’re excited about this opportunity and willing to relocate to Gdansk, we’d love to hear from you. We provide relocation support to help make the transition as smooth as possible. A brand with a legacy — and a future: Aritech has been a trusted name in the security industry for decades. Our product portfolio is recognized for reliability, innovation, and performance. Position Overview Your role will focus on supporting existing products and proposing, designing, and implementing changes to devices used in electronic intrusion security systems (burglar and hold-up alarm systems). This position plays a key role in sustaining the current product portfolio and in Value Engineering (VE) initiatives aimed at optimizing cost, component availability, quality, and product reliability throughout the entire product lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Contribute to defining features and functionality of intrusion system productsActively participate in Value Engineering (VE) activities, including cost analysis, design optimization, and proposing alternative technical and component solutionsSustain and continuously improve existing products (sustaining engineering)Prepare, maintain, and update project documentationDesign electronic devices (schematics and PCB layout)Select electronic components and propose alternatives (EOL, PCN, and supply risk management)Perform electronic circuit simulationsBring up and debug newly designed hardwareExecute prototype testing and preliminary verification testsDefine and verify qualification test plansSupport manufacturing during production ramp-up and implementation of design changesAnalyze failures and perform root cause analysisTroubleshoot issues observed in released and mass-produced productsParticipate in design reviewsCooperate with external electrical and mechanical design suppliers Requirements Please submit your CV if you have: A few years of experience in product and/or mixed-signal (analog/digital) electronic designStrong hands-on skills in electronic measurements and debugging (oscilloscope, signal generator, spectrum analyzer, etc.)Ability to independently analyze designs and propose robust, production-ready solutionsGood command of English, both written and spokenA relevant technical university degree (Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or similar) Nice to Have Experience designing hardware for intrusion / security systemsExperience in microcontroller programmingKnowledge of EDA tools such as Altium Designer, CADSTAR, PADSExperience in Value Engineering and/or sustaining engineering activitiesFamiliarity with manufacturing processes and factory collaborationExperience with Atlassian tools, especially Jira and Confluence We Offer Work on modern intrusion security systems with real-world impactReal influence on product cost, quality, and long-term sustainabilityStable employment in a mature engineering environmentCollaboration with international R&D and manufacturing teamsOpportunities for expert-level growth in sustaining engineering and VECompetitive salary and benefits package:Meal VouchersLuxMed Medical InsuranceMultiSport CardIKZE/IKZE Additional Pension Contribution Individuals may also be eligible for an annual performance bonus based on both individual and company’s performance. The final compensation for this position will be set based on the individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience as it relates to the job requirements. Kidde Global Solutions is committed to providing a competitive benefits package to our employees. Your journey with us We Always Aim To Provide a Fair And Valuable Recruitment Process For Everyone. If Selected, You Will Follow The Next Stages Initial call with our recruitment teamUp to 2 interviews with the Hiring Manager and key stakeholders Our Commitment to You As an employer of choice, our greatest assets are the expertise, creativity, and passion of our employees. We strive to provide a great place to work that attracts, develops, and retains the best talent, promotes employee engagement, fosters teamwork, and drives innovation for the benefit of our customers. We aim to create an environment where you feel that you belong, with diversity and inclusion as engines for growth and innovation. We develop and deploy best-in-class programs and practices, provide enriching career opportunities, listen to employee feedback, and continuously challenge ourselves to improve. World Leaders in Fire and Life Safety Kidde Global Solutions is a world leader in fire & life safety solutions tailored for complex commercial facilities to homes. Through iconic, industry-defining brands including Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech, we provide residential and commercial customers with advanced solutions and services to protect people and property in a wide range of applications, all around the globe.