Hardware Engineer Jobs in Minnesota
Hardware Engineer jobs in Minnesota are concentrated in the Twin Cities metro, with Rochester and Duluth also active for embedded systems, RF and communications hardware, and defense electronics. Major employers with a lasting Minnesota presence include Medtronic, Honeywell, and Northrop Grumman, each of which runs ongoing hardware engineering teams across multiple facilities in the state. Demand is strongest for engineers with experience in PCB design, FPGA development, and medical device hardware, reflecting Minnesota's deep base in medical technology and aerospace systems. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Electrical Engineer, Embedded Hardware
Shadin Avionics | Eden Prairie, MN | Full-time, 100% on-site
Company Overview
Shadin Avionics, based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, designs and manufactures aircraft electronic systems and BLDC motors for the aerospace and defense industry. Backed by a strong balance sheet and a Fortune 500 customer base, Shadin is investing in new products and continued growth.
We value integrity, accountability, and teamwork. Our engineers work out of a newly renovated facility in Eden Prairie and own their designs from first requirements through production. Learn more at www.shadin.com.
Position Overview
We are looking for an Electrical Engineer to design embedded electronic hardware for our aerospace products. You will take designs from customer requirements through schematic design, verification, qualification, and production support. This role suits someone who likes hands-on circuit design, enjoys solving hard problems, and wants to see their work fly in a high-reliability, FAA-regulated environment.
Responsibilities
· Design embedded electronics for aerospace products, including microcontroller-based circuits, sensor and data acquisition interfaces, and monitoring circuitry.
· Define hardware architecture and translate customer and system requirements into hardware requirements and designs.
· Select and derate components and complete detailed designs for high-reliability products operating in severe environments.
· Perform reliability analysis and coordinate reliability testing.
· Design built-in-test and fault monitoring for control system inputs and outputs and other embedded applications.
· Write or support test software and custom test equipment used for design verification, qualification, and manufacturing.
· Develop test and operating procedures, and create and maintain schematics, design documentation, and technical reports.
· Troubleshoot hardware and system-level issues through development and production.
· Work with software, mechanical, manufacturing, and quality teams to deliver products that meet specifications cost-effectively.
· Contribute to technical proposals, design reviews, and customer discussions.
Required Qualifications
· BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
· 2+ years of circuit design experience on embedded systems.
· Hands-on experience with microcontroller-based hardware and analog and digital circuit design.
· Strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and clear technical documentation.
· Able to work independently, manage your own projects and schedule, and apply sound engineering judgment.
· Comfortable working across departments and in a highly regulated environment.
· Must be a U.S. Person as defined by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 CFR 120-130, due to U.S. State Department restrictions on access to technology.
Preferred Qualifications
· Experience with brushless DC (BLDC) motors or motor control electronics.
· Aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability electronics experience.
· Experience in FAA-regulated product development.
· Familiarity with signal integrity and hazardous material considerations in component selection.
· Experience with qualification testing and building custom test equipment.
Job Details
· Location: 100% on-site in Eden Prairie, MN. Candidates must live within commuting distance or relocate before starting.
· Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday.
· Visa sponsorship is not available.
Pay: $100,000 to $130,000 per year, depending on experience
Benefits
· Health, dental, and vision insurance
· Health savings account
· 401(k)
· Life insurance
· Employee assistance program
· Paid time off
· Professional development assistance
· Employee referral program
Pay: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Electrical Engineer, Embedded Hardware
Shadin Avionics | Eden Prairie, MN | Full-time, 100% on-site
Company Overview
Shadin Avionics, based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, designs and manufactures aircraft electronic systems and BLDC motors for the aerospace and defense industry. Backed by a strong balance sheet and a Fortune 500 customer base, Shadin is investing in new products and continued growth.
We value integrity, accountability, and teamwork. Our engineers work out of a newly renovated facility in Eden Prairie and own their designs from first requirements through production. Learn more at www.shadin.com.
Position Overview
We are looking for an Electrical Engineer to design embedded electronic hardware for our aerospace products. You will take designs from customer requirements through schematic design, verification, qualification, and production support. This role suits someone who likes hands-on circuit design, enjoys solving hard problems, and wants to see their work fly in a high-reliability, FAA-regulated environment.
Responsibilities
· Design embedded electronics for aerospace products, including microcontroller-based circuits, sensor and data acquisition interfaces, and monitoring circuitry.
· Define hardware architecture and translate customer and system requirements into hardware requirements and designs.
· Select and derate components and complete detailed designs for high-reliability products operating in severe environments.
· Perform reliability analysis and coordinate reliability testing.
· Design built-in-test and fault monitoring for control system inputs and outputs and other embedded applications.
· Write or support test software and custom test equipment used for design verification, qualification, and manufacturing.
· Develop test and operating procedures, and create and maintain schematics, design documentation, and technical reports.
· Troubleshoot hardware and system-level issues through development and production.
· Work with software, mechanical, manufacturing, and quality teams to deliver products that meet specifications cost-effectively.
· Contribute to technical proposals, design reviews, and customer discussions.
Required Qualifications
· BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
· 2+ years of circuit design experience on embedded systems.
· Hands-on experience with microcontroller-based hardware and analog and digital circuit design.
· Strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and clear technical documentation.
· Able to work independently, manage your own projects and schedule, and apply sound engineering judgment.
· Comfortable working across departments and in a highly regulated environment.
· Must be a U.S. Person as defined by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 CFR 120-130, due to U.S. State Department restrictions on access to technology.
Preferred Qualifications
· Experience with brushless DC (BLDC) motors or motor control electronics.
· Aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability electronics experience.
· Experience in FAA-regulated product development.
· Familiarity with signal integrity and hazardous material considerations in component selection.
· Experience with qualification testing and building custom test equipment.
Job Details
· Location: 100% on-site in Eden Prairie, MN. Candidates must live within commuting distance or relocate before starting.
· Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday.
· Visa sponsorship is not available.
Pay: $100,000 to $130,000 per year, depending on experience
Benefits
· Health, dental, and vision insurance
· Health savings account
· 401(k)
· Life insurance
· Employee assistance program
· Paid time off
· Professional development assistance
· Employee referral program
Pay: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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The qualifications that appear most often in hardware engineer jobs across Minnesota.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field
- Hands-on experience with PCB layout, schematic capture, and hardware verification testing
- Proficiency with FPGA design tools such as Xilinx Vivado or Intel Quartus
- Familiarity with embedded systems development and microcontroller or microprocessor platforms
- Experience with design for manufacturability and collaboration with contract manufacturing partners
- Strong documentation skills and ability to work within ISO or IEC hardware development standards
Hardware Engineer Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a hardware engineer in Minnesota?
Most hardware engineers in Minnesota enter the field with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related discipline from a Minnesota institution such as the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, University of Minnesota Duluth, or Minnesota State University Mankato. Minnesota does not require a state license to work as a hardware engineer in private industry, though engineers who offer services to the public may pursue Professional Engineer licensure through the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Geoscience, Landscape Architecture, Land Surveying and Interior Design.
How much do hardware engineers make in Minnesota?
Hardware engineers in Minnesota earn a median of about $134,300 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $84,770 for the lowest 10% to over $176,340 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire hardware engineers in Minnesota?
Companies currently hiring hardware engineers in Minnesota include VIVA, Bosch, and Target, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Minnesota's concentration of medical device, defense, and aerospace firms means hardware roles here tend to emphasize safety-critical design standards and rigorous verification processes.
Which Minnesota cities have the most hardware engineer jobs?
Saint Paul, Eagan, and Eden Prairie lead for hardware engineer openings in Minnesota. The Twin Cities metro drives the bulk of demand through its dense cluster of headquarters and engineering centers in medical devices, defense electronics, and aerospace, while Rochester benefits from the presence of large healthcare technology and manufacturing operations, and Duluth draws from regional defense and industrial electronics employers.
Are there remote hardware engineer jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, but they're rare. Hardware engineering typically involves hands-on lab work, prototype assembly, and physical testing that requires on-site presence. About 0% of hardware engineer openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with the remote-eligible share concentrated in roles focused on FPGA firmware, simulation, or systems architecture rather than physical prototyping.
How can I get hired as a hardware engineer in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a new-graduate or associate hardware engineer role at one of Minnesota's large medical device or defense employers, several of which run structured early-career programs. Medtronic and Honeywell both hire new graduates into rotational or entry-level hardware roles at their Minnesota facilities. A strong capstone project, internship in embedded systems or PCB design, or a Fundamentals of Engineering credential strengthens an application considerably. Lateral entry from quality engineering or test engineering positions is also common at Minnesota manufacturers.
Where can I find and apply to hardware engineer jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to hardware engineer jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current Minnesota openings across medical device, defense, aerospace, and industrial sectors. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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