Astera is a German hardware, software and manufacturing specialist. Since the mid-2000s,

Astera has been producing battery powered, remote controlled LED lights.

In 2007 Astera moved its factory from Germany to Shenzhen/China, the worldwide hub of

LED technology and electronic innovation. By now, this factory has been extended to more

than 5000 sqm and is run by an international team of specialists.

True to its roots, Astera only manufactures battery-powered lights and accessories.

Over the years the company kept adding features and new technologies to its lights.

A range of battery spotlights has been used to illuminate numerous world-famous

events.

In 2018, Astera noticed an increasing demand from the media industry for portable

lights that can be used to shoot movies, commercials, music videos etc and decided

to build a product dedicated for this market. Astera got in touch with gaffers

and cinematographers and with their help developed the award-winning Titan

Tube.

For the coming years, several unique products are under development. Astera

loves to listen to customers and with their help develop well thought-through

products that help customers to express their creativity and that professionals

enjoy using. if you want to know more about our products and our company, please visit our website : www.astera-led.com

We are seeking a Senior Hardware Engineer with at least 3 years of hardware development experience and 1 year of experience in the lighting industry. The candidate should have a college degree or above in electronics, electrical, communications, automation, or a related field

Key responsibilities include:
Designing schematics and PCB layouts based on product design specifications, and performing hardware design checks

Debugging hardware and analyzing/resolving/verifying bugs during product development

Planning and organizing product performance and reliability testing

Reviewing BOM, schematics, PCB files, and other production documents

Analyzing and resolving major exceptions from factories and after-sales, and generating analysis reports

Writing design documents, product manuals, test plans, debug/test reports, and hardware checklists

Other tasks assigned by superiors

Job Competences & Qualifications

3+ years of hardware development experience, with 1+ years in the lighting industry

Proficient in electronic product development processes and hands-on product development design experience

Strong troubleshooting skills to quickly analyze, locate, and resolve problems

Good risk and cost control awareness

Excellent technical documentation writing skills

Good communication skills and teamwork awareness

Preferred Skills

Familiar with hardware design software like Altium Designer and Circuit Studio

Understands the development trends of the LED lighting industry, especially in film and stage lighting

Proficient in new product development processes and tools like DFX, DFMEA, and DOE

Able to guide technical personnel in testing and layout

Good English proficiency

Strong expression and communication skills for effective teamwork

Excellent teamwork and fast project advancement abilities

Soft skills Required

Communication: Effectively communicate with team members and across departments.

Teamwork: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project development goals.

Problem-solving: Lead the team in analyzing, locating, and solving problems.

This job role is expected to be regularly based in Shenzhen plant which is located in Longgang District , Shenzhen City and the specific job location address is : 深圳市龙岗区吉华街道甘李六路科伦特科技园3栋4 楼

Full-time