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Working at Arvato means: Together, we’re on it.\nJob Description\nHardware engineers develop, improve, and maintain custom solutions supporting the reverse logistics refurbishment processes and test networks supporting Arvato’s global customers.\nYour Tasks\nYou independently develop hardware components and construct e.g. housings and functional components.\nYou provide the layout for electronic circuits.\nThe structure of the control electronics, including the wiring and networking of electronic components, is a matter of course for you.\nYou program the control electronics and develop hardware-related software.\nYou conscientiously follow the continuous development, optimization and testing of the devices.\nDeveloping and maintain test hardware that contains: steppers/servos/controllers, linkages/arms/actuators, microcontrollers, Arduino, raspberry pi, Linux commands.\nPC and network knowledge, windows management, imaging, networks, USB device troubleshooting, router/network setup, TCP/IP knowledge.\nElectrical troubleshooting of PCB’s and panels, AC/DC knowledge, use of multimeter, various sensors like, proximity switches, microphones, cameras.\nMechanical knowledge, use of hand/power tools, assembly/disassembly, identifying physical wear issues.\nTravel: As needed outside the US on project teams\nOffice/Warehouse: Fully onsite\nQualifications\nAssociates in electrical engineering, mechatronics or a comparable qualification\nBroad-based basic electrical engineering knowledge, sound specialist knowledge in the fields of analogue and digital technology, embedded microcontrollers and EMC-compliant design and layout as well as knowledge of robotics, prototype construction, 3D printing, precision engineering, sensor technology and mechatronic disciplines\nKnowledge of programming in C, C++, C# and firmware development desirable\nAnalytical skills, creativity, passion for development, initiative, strong communication and teamwork skills and ability to adapt quickly to the needs of the departments\nKnowledge of CAD, Fusion 360, MS office products.\nPerforming variety of duties as required \nFlexibility Based on Business Needs: work overtime, holidays, weekends, different shifts, and different areas of the warehouse \nThe ability to create instructions, processes, and procedures. \nMultilingual in Spanish and/or German, a plus\nSAP experience, preferred\n Ability to Commute: Louisville, KY\nAdditional Information\nMedical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability Pay.\n401(k) with company matching up to 6%.\nPaid Time Off, including paid holidays.\nFlexible Spending Accounts.\nVoluntary benefits such as legal and financial assistance, pet insurance, and more.\nEmployee Assistance Program.\nOngoing employee development opportunities including tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and training.\nCommuter benefits.\nEmployee engagement activities. \nDisclosure requirements pertaining to the collection of your personal data:\nResponsible for processing the information provided in your application is the company specified in the job advertisement, with its registered office as indicated. 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