Hardware Engineer II

Post Date

Mar 11, 2026

Location

Redmond,
Washington

ZIP/Postal Code

98052
US
May 15, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Electrical Engineering

Req #

SJC-361872f5-d1a6-49ee-bcac-4b05970391d2

Pay Rate

$44 - $55 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Hardware Engineer to join one of the world's leading technology companies. This will be part of the Reality Labs organization which brings people around the world through next generation Augmented, Mixed, and Virtual Reality. The main function of a hardware engineer is to research, design, develop, test computer or computer-related equipment for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. A typical hardware engineer is responsible for the manufacture and installation of computer or computer-related equipment and components.

Role Responsibilities:
• Analyze information to determine plan layout, including type of computers and peripheral equipment modifications
• Assemble and modify existing pieces of equipment to meet special needs
• Build, test, and modify product prototypes using working models or theoretical models constructed with computer simulation
• Evaluate factors such as reporting formats required, cost constraints, and need for security restrictions to determine hardware configuration
• Monitor functioning of equipment and make necessary modifications to ensure system operates in conformance with specifications

Pay rate: $55/hr

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

• Basic knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings and models
• Basic knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control and operation of telecommunications systems
• Basic knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology
• Basic knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology
• Basic knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming
• Previous experience with computer applications and design software related to engineering field
• Technical background
• Experience working with electrical testing
• IP experience

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Automation
• Python

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.