Hardware Engineer

Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security

At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 30 brands, 12,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, in 2024 we were awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, which recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.

The Hardware Electrical Engineer I selected for this position will be part of a cross functional team focused on new development and sustenance of battery powered embedded electronics in residential security products. The selected candidate will perform electrical hardware engineering design, testing, and documentation for all project phases.

At Allegion, we are driven by a bold vision: redefining safety while empowering our employees to thrive. When you join our team, you become part of a culture that values innovation, purpose, and excellence. This role offers the benefits of our dynamic hybrid work model—combining in-person collaboration for meaningful moments with the flexibility of remote work. Since hybrid arrangements can vary based on the needs of the individual, team and business, your talent acquisition partner will provide specific hybrid details about this role.

We are committed to fostering a healthy work-life balance and building meaningful connections, ensuring you have the tools, resources, and support needed to excel in any environment. Together, we’ll unlock your potential and create a lasting impact.

While this is the current structure and we currently have no plans to change, we reserve the right to make changes to the hybrid schedule as needed at the Company’s discretion.

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. The company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.) for this employment position.

• Develop hardware design concepts and architectures for electronic systems.
• Work with all engineering disciplines in a team environment.
• Support design reviews and creation of technical documentation.
• Identify system risks and develop mitigation plans.
• Quickly complete root cause analysis and implement corrective action to resolve design issues which may involve schematic changes, directing PCB layout changes, and/or component selection.
• Implement and ensure adherence to engineering best practices and procedures.
• Support external PCBA manufacturing contractors, internal production manufacturing, internal quality teams, and internal/external test teams with assembling, integration, and testing of the hardware components of our designs.

• Knowledge in low power embedded electronic analog and digital circuit design.
• Possesses strong interpersonal skills, must be resourceful and flexible, and actively participate in decision making processes.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, effective presentation skills.
• Proficiency with common laboratory equipment such as hand solder instruments, DMMs, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and other equipment.
• Proficiency in engineering computer tools used for schematic capture (Altium Designer is a plus), ECAD design, simulation, and design analysis.
• Familiarity with PCB layout, fabrication, and assembly processes is a plus.
• Familiarity with RFID, Proximity, and Smart card technologies is a plus.
• Familiarity with Z‑Wave, Bluetooth Low Energy, and/or Wi‑Fi radio hardware is a plus.
• Experience designing embedded systems for harsh environmental conditions is a plus.
• BSEE or equivalent degree from an ABET accredited institution or higher.
• 1‑4 years of experience.

Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if:

• You’re seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there’s plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, “this is your business, run with it.”
• You’re looking for a company that will invest in your professional development. As we grow, we want you…