Senior Hands-On Hardware Engineer – Louvain-la-Neuve
As a Senior Hands-On Hardware Engineer at Dekimo Louvain-la-Neuve, you will play a key role in the design, development, and long-term maintenance of embedded systems and digital hardware products.
This role is intended for a passionate electronics engineer with strong practical experience who enjoys working close to the hardware – from schematics and FPGA code to PCB bring-up and production support.
Designing and developing complete electronic systems from requirements to prototype and production.
Architecting, implementing, optimizing, and maintaining FPGA and CPLD designs (VHDL/Verilog).
Designing and reviewing PCB schematics, selecting components, and supporting board bring-up and debugging.
Actively participating in hardware validation and debugging using lab equipment.
Managing product lifecycles, including digital logic obsolescence, component replacement, and redesigns.
Collaborating closely with hardware, software, and test engineers to ensure seamless system integration.
Contributing to and leading design reviews, proposing pragmatic improvements, and ensuring designs follow industry best practices.
Taking technical ownership and contributing to robust, maintainable, real-world products.
Profile
10+ years of hands-on experience in electronics and hardware design.
A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
FPGA and CPLD development (VHDL/Verilog, synthesis, simulation, timing analysis)
Digital and analog electronics
PCB-level hardware design and debugging
Experience with microcontrollers, standard communication interfaces (SPI, I²C, UART, Ethernet, etc.), and debugging tools.
Experience managing product obsolescence, redesigns, and long-term support.
A passion for electronics and a hands-on, solution-oriented mindset.
Ability to work independently while being a strong team player.
Good communication skills in English and/or French.
Experience with embedded software development (bare-metal or RTOS).
Experience with Embedded Linux (board bring-up, drivers, or system integration).
Experience working in a small, agile engineering team.
Interest in mentoring or acting as a technical reference.
Personal or side projects in electronics.
Offer
You will join a small, dynamic team (<10 people) where you can truly influence project direction and product development. We offer:
Competitive gross salary based on your expertise.
Company car & fuel card.
Hospitalization & group insurance.
Meal vouchers.
Home internet allowance & remote work compensation.
Flexibility for occasional remote work.
Diverse and challenging projects from concept to market.
Technical leadership opportunities and direct impact on results.
How to Apply
Send your CV to sophie.janssens@dekimo.com
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