Engineer - Hardware

At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 40 brands, 14,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. 

Additionally, Allegion is proud to be recognized with the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third consecutive year, earning distinction in both the employee engagement and strengths categories. This year, Allegion also received Gallup’s With Distinction honor — a designation reserved for a select group of organizations that go above and beyond in building exceptional workplace cultures.

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Hardware Engineer with at least five years of experience in hardware design and development. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in contributing to complex projects, with strong problem-solving skills and expertise in embedded hardware and low power wireless designs. We value individuals who can manage and lead product development processes while ensuring quality and reliability. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners are essential. Excellent communication and leadership abilities are crucial for fostering a collaborative team environment.

• →Play a key role in design and development of hardware solutions, often working as part of a larger team to ensure successful project outcomes.
• →Develop and refine Hardware architectures, conducting studies to define and meet functional requirements.
• →Design and develop embedded electronics including wireless communications, ensuring integration and functionality.
• →Evaluate and optimize system performance, focusing on key performance indicators and design improvements.
• →PCB Design support with a focus on manufacturing and testing efficiency, collaborating effectively with manufacturing partners and ECAD Engineers.
• →Utilize design tools for automation and simulation to enhance product development processes.
• →Ensure defined product development processes and life cycle management are followed.
• →Collaborate with teams across different locations to manage all phases of the development process, ensuring alignment and project success.
• →Conduct testing and analysis to enhance hardware functionality and product reliability.
• →Demonstrate strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills, fostering a positive and productive team environment.

4-6 years of relevant experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Expertise in designing / developing Embedded Systems based on Microcontroller/ Microprocessor, associated subsystems such as the Switching Power Supply, Electromechanical drives, Sensors, I/O interfaces, and wireless and wired communications modules.
• Hands-on experience in design and verification of various communication protocols like UART, SPI, I2C, RS232, USB etc.
• Experience in designing multi-layer PCB, with good understanding of DFM, DFT in accordance with industry standards like IPC and good collaboration with Contract Manufacturers.
• Hands-on experience in EDA tools like Altium, LTSpice, PSpice etc.
• Knowledge in short-range Wireless technologies like Wi-Fi, BLE, UWB, Zigbee or Z-wave.
• Knowledge in RF performance criteria and concepts such as Output Power, Sensitivity, Spurious, Harmonics, Intermodulation, S-parameters, Smith charts and Tuning networks.
• Commendable understanding of Design for EMI/EMC and troubleshooting compliance related failures.
• Knowledge in configuring and using specialized test equipment like Power Analyzers, High Speed Oscilloscopes, Spectrum & Network Analyzers, RF Shield rooms/chambers.
• Knowledge in Product Compliance and Reliability Testing, Root cause analysis, DFMEA, Encapsulation techniques, Manufacturing testing, and high-volume manufacturing processes and resulting design considerations.
• Knowledge in manufacturing engineering, quality engineering and reliability engineering.
• Seasoned in electronic product development processes & life cycle management.
• Works collaboratively across multiple locations and technical teams to manage all the phases of Development process.
• A role model in effective Communication, Collaboration, Networking, Emotional Resilience, Negotiation, working within a team environment and cross functionally.

B.E/B Tech or higher in EEE or ECE

Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace.  Together, we embrace all differences and similarities among colleagues, as well as the differences and similarities within the relationships that we foster with customers, suppliers and the communities where we live and work. Whatever your background, experience, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we will make sure that you have every opportunity to impress us in your application and the opportunity to give your best at work, not because we’re required to, but because it’s the right thing to do.   We are also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If for any reason you cannot apply through our career site and require an accommodation or assistance, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team.

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