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Design Engineer
Accepting applicationsBlue Signal Search · Austin, TX
Full-Time Mid_senior aianalogatemixed signalsic
Posted
3d ago
Category
Test
Experience
Mid_senior
Country
United States
Design Engineer
Location: On site in Austin, TX or Chicago, IL
Our client is a fast-growing creator of premium audio hardware with a reputation for building products that musicians genuinely want to use. They are hiring a Design Engineer who can blend strong electronics knowledge with real product instincts, helping turn bold ideas into polished, market ready gear. This is an opportunity to own meaningful work, shape product direction, and collaborate with a tight knit team where engineering has a visible impact on what reaches customers.
This Role Offers
High visibility role with direct influence on new product development
Opportunity to work on creative, musician focused hardware in a category driven by innovation and user experience
Hands on ownership from early concept through validation and launch
Collaborative environment that values curiosity, autonomy, craftsmanship, and thoughtful product decisions
Competitive compensation and a solid benefits package that includes healthcare, retirement support, paid time off, and company paid life insurance
Focus
Design and refine analog, digital, and mixed signal audio circuits for new hardware products
Turn rough product ideas into testable prototypes, lab plans, and release ready design packages
Partner with firmware, operations, and product stakeholders to balance tone, usability, cost, and manufacturability
Use Altium or similar tools for schematic capture, PCB layout, and documentation control
Build and troubleshoot prototypes with oscilloscopes, signal generators, multimeters, and audio test workflows
Support pilot builds and production troubleshooting when a design moves from bench to volume
Contribute product insight as a musician and gear user, not only as a circuit designer
Help transition successful concepts into repeatable manufacturing processes and field support fixes
Skill Set
Degree in Electrical Engineering or closely aligned hands on electronics product development background
Experience developing electronic products that include analog, digital, and mixed signal elements
Working knowledge of PCB design, component selection, prototyping, and lab validation
Comfort owning projects, making sound engineering tradeoffs, and moving work forward with limited oversight
Familiarity with audio hardware, signal path behavior, and real world product debugging
Strong written and verbal communication skills in cross functional environments
Music background required, ideally with hands on familiarity with instruments, effects, recording gear, or related equipment
Exposure to firmware collaboration, DSP, manufacturing support, or compliance work is a plus
Why Candidates Are Excited About This Role
You will help create products that people are excited to play, hear, and share
You will have real ownership instead of being limited to a narrow slice of the design cycle
You will work in a setting where product taste and user empathy matter alongside engineering skill
You will join a team that values initiative, creativity, and thoughtful problem solving
About Blue Signal:
Blue Signal is an award-winning, executive search firm specializing in various specialties. Our recruiters have a proven track record of placing top-tier talent across industry verticals, with deep expertise in numerous professional services. Learn more at bit.ly/46Gs4yS
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Location: On site in Austin, TX or Chicago, IL
Our client is a fast-growing creator of premium audio hardware with a reputation for building products that musicians genuinely want to use. They are hiring a Design Engineer who can blend strong electronics knowledge with real product instincts, helping turn bold ideas into polished, market ready gear. This is an opportunity to own meaningful work, shape product direction, and collaborate with a tight knit team where engineering has a visible impact on what reaches customers.
This Role Offers
High visibility role with direct influence on new product development
Opportunity to work on creative, musician focused hardware in a category driven by innovation and user experience
Hands on ownership from early concept through validation and launch
Collaborative environment that values curiosity, autonomy, craftsmanship, and thoughtful product decisions
Competitive compensation and a solid benefits package that includes healthcare, retirement support, paid time off, and company paid life insurance
Focus
Design and refine analog, digital, and mixed signal audio circuits for new hardware products
Turn rough product ideas into testable prototypes, lab plans, and release ready design packages
Partner with firmware, operations, and product stakeholders to balance tone, usability, cost, and manufacturability
Use Altium or similar tools for schematic capture, PCB layout, and documentation control
Build and troubleshoot prototypes with oscilloscopes, signal generators, multimeters, and audio test workflows
Support pilot builds and production troubleshooting when a design moves from bench to volume
Contribute product insight as a musician and gear user, not only as a circuit designer
Help transition successful concepts into repeatable manufacturing processes and field support fixes
Skill Set
Degree in Electrical Engineering or closely aligned hands on electronics product development background
Experience developing electronic products that include analog, digital, and mixed signal elements
Working knowledge of PCB design, component selection, prototyping, and lab validation
Comfort owning projects, making sound engineering tradeoffs, and moving work forward with limited oversight
Familiarity with audio hardware, signal path behavior, and real world product debugging
Strong written and verbal communication skills in cross functional environments
Music background required, ideally with hands on familiarity with instruments, effects, recording gear, or related equipment
Exposure to firmware collaboration, DSP, manufacturing support, or compliance work is a plus
Why Candidates Are Excited About This Role
You will help create products that people are excited to play, hear, and share
You will have real ownership instead of being limited to a narrow slice of the design cycle
You will work in a setting where product taste and user empathy matter alongside engineering skill
You will join a team that values initiative, creativity, and thoughtful problem solving
About Blue Signal:
Blue Signal is an award-winning, executive search firm specializing in various specialties. Our recruiters have a proven track record of placing top-tier talent across industry verticals, with deep expertise in numerous professional services. Learn more at bit.ly/46Gs4yS
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