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We are seeking a Lead Computer Hardware Technician to become an integral part of our team! You will help coordinate and improve the organization's daily operations by leading a successful hardware technician team. eWaste ePlanet is locally owned electronics recycler, and this role would be involved in sorting/processing material marked for recycling, as well as testing and auditing enterprise level IT Assets, either prepping them for re-use or prepping them to be recycled for commodity recovery.
The ideal candidate will be a fast learner, with good communication skills, strong attention to detail and a desire to grow into a position with more responsibilities within the company. Candidates with a college degree and/or previous relevant experience in a leadership or management role will receive preference.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and improve operational practices
- Test and record basic info about a variety of electronic devices such as laptops, desktops, servers, phones and tablets, servers, etc.
- Perform basic level repairs for computers and other equipment marked for re-sale
- Allocate resources and materials to meet project deadlines
- Train and evaluate new entry level technicians
- Serve as a source of knowledge for technicians for any technical or procedural inquiries
- Supervise daily production, identify technical and procedural problems, and report metrics to leadership
- Track monthly individual and team production and trends for business forecasting
- Communicate with clients and fellow team members
- Help manage wholesale orders, and work with warehouse staff to identify and prep orders for shipment
- Keep track of inventory
- Must be able to occasionally lift heavy pieces of equipment
Qualifications:
- Previous experience dealing with computer hardware preferred
- Strong project management skills
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Strong leadership qualities
- Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required
- Previous management experience preferred, but not required
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written and communication skills
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
We are seeking a Lead Computer Hardware Technician to become an integral part of our team! You will help coordinate and improve the organization's daily operations by leading a successful hardware technician team. eWaste ePlanet is locally owned electronics recycler, and this role would be involved in sorting/processing material marked for recycling, as well as testing and auditing enterprise level IT Assets, either prepping them for re-use or prepping them to be recycled for commodity recovery.
The ideal candidate will be a fast learner, with good communication skills, strong attention to detail and a desire to grow into a position with more responsibilities within the company. Candidates with a college degree and/or previous relevant experience in a leadership or management role will receive preference.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and improve operational practices
- Test and record basic info about a variety of electronic devices such as laptops, desktops, servers, phones and tablets, servers, etc.
- Perform basic level repairs for computers and other equipment marked for re-sale
- Allocate resources and materials to meet project deadlines
- Train and evaluate new entry level technicians
- Serve as a source of knowledge for technicians for any technical or procedural inquiries
- Supervise daily production, identify technical and procedural problems, and report metrics to leadership
- Track monthly individual and team production and trends for business forecasting
- Communicate with clients and fellow team members
- Help manage wholesale orders, and work with warehouse staff to identify and prep orders for shipment
- Keep track of inventory
- Must be able to occasionally lift heavy pieces of equipment
Qualifications:
- Previous experience dealing with computer hardware preferred
- Strong project management skills
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Strong leadership qualities
- Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required
- Previous management experience preferred, but not required
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written and communication skills
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in computer hardware engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field
- Proficiency with EDA tools such as Cadence Virtuoso, Synopsys Design Compiler, or Mentor Graphics
- Experience with hardware description languages including Verilog and VHDL
- Familiarity with PCB design, signal integrity analysis, and hardware verification methods
- Knowledge of digital logic design, microprocessor architecture, and embedded systems development
- Experience with lab equipment including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and spectrum analyzers
Tips for Your Computer Hardware Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to the hardware stack
List the specific EDA tools, HDL languages, and fabrication processes you've used rather than generic hardware skills. Hiring managers for computer hardware engineer roles scan for Cadence, Synopsys, Verilog, or VHDL before reading anything else on your resume.
Highlight lab and tapeout experience
Employers distinguish candidates who have brought designs from schematic to physical silicon or PCB versus those who only simulated. Call out any tapeout participation, lab bench work, or design-for-manufacturability reviews directly in your work history.
Filter openings by design domain
Computer hardware engineer roles split sharply between digital design, analog and mixed-signal, RF, and power domains. Search with domain-specific terms like 'RTL design,' 'signal integrity,' or 'power electronics' so you're applying to roles that match your actual depth.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists computer hardware engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for design review style interviews
Many hiring loops include a whiteboard or take-home circuit design exercise where you walk through your trade-offs aloud. Practice explaining why you chose a particular topology, clock architecture, or component selection as if presenting to a cross-functional review panel.
Negotiate around tape-out and lab access
Beyond base compensation, ask about access to lab equipment, prototype budget, and whether the team runs internal tapeouts or relies on third-party foundries. These details reveal how much hands-on design work you'll actually own versus review.
Computer Hardware Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most computer hardware engineers?
Northrop Grumman, COLSA, and tharros are hiring the most computer hardware engineers right now, with openings concentrated in Maryland, California, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Roles at these companies tend to cluster in chip design, embedded systems, and hardware verification functions.
How many computer hardware engineer jobs are remote?
About 25% of computer hardware engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than many software roles because hands-on lab work and prototype access often require on-site presence. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility are hardware architecture, RTL design review, and technical program management within hardware organizations.
How do you become a computer hardware engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering, covering digital logic, circuit analysis, and computer architecture. Build hands-on skills through lab coursework, personal projects, or internships that give you experience with EDA tools and hardware description languages. Entry-level roles often focus on verification or PCB bring-up, which builds toward full design ownership over time.
How do you get hired as a computer hardware engineer with little experience?
Employers hiring junior computer hardware engineers look for demonstrated hands-on work over GPA alone. Document any FPGA projects, PCB builds, or capstone designs in a portfolio with schematics and results. Roles in hardware verification, test engineering, or bring-up support are common entry points that lead to design positions after you've proven bench competency.
What does the computer hardware engineer interview process look like?
Most hiring loops include a recruiter screen, a technical phone interview covering digital logic and circuit fundamentals, and one or more design exercises where you work through a problem on a whiteboard or shared document. Final rounds often include a system design discussion and a panel interview with engineers across the hardware team to evaluate cross-functional collaboration skills.
Where can I find and apply to computer hardware engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to computer hardware engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your design domain and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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