Hardware Engineer (f/m/d)

<p><strong>ABOUT FUTURAIL</strong></p>
<p>Futurail is a leading technology startup and autonomy powerhouse based in Germany and France. We power the future of autonomous travel on rail with our holistic autonomy stack for self-driving trains. Our mission is to make trains even more attractive by offering frequent, reliable, cost-effective and low-carbon transportation, contributing to the broader goal of transitioning from road to rail. Founded by a team with extensive expertise in autonomous driving and rail, we are committed to shaping the future of rail transportation.</p>
<p>We are entering a phase of rapid growth. This is your chance to join an ambitious team at the forefront of autonomy and rail, working to transform how millions of people move every day!</p>
<p><strong>OUR VALUES</strong></p>
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<li>Bias for Action: We move with purpose and speed.</li>
<li>One Team: We break down silos to move as one.</li>
<li>Radical Simplicity: We solve hard problems with the simplest solution that scales.</li>
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<p><strong>JOB DESCRIPTION</strong></p>
<p>We are looking for a <strong>Hardware Engineer</strong> to take ownership of the physical "brain and senses" of our autonomous rail systems. You’ll bridge the gap between our autonomy software and the rugged safety-critical reality of the railway sector.</p>
<p><strong>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p>
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<li>Design &#x26; Iteration: Own the hardware lifecycle for our compute units and sensor kits (Lidar, Radar, Cameras), from initial selection to verification and validation for operational design domain.</li>
<li>Train integration: Design and build prototype sensor boxes and work with our customers for proper integration of our hardware into their trains.</li>
<li>HW V&#x26;V infrastructure: Build and test functional test setups or work with external labs for our Hardware stack validation, ensuring the requirements are being met or exceed expectations.</li>
<li>Vendor Management: Be the technical point of contact for suppliers and EMS partners.</li>
<li>Safety &#x26; Compliance: Facilitate end-to-end certification cycles for railway-standard compliance, specialized in EN 50155 environmental testing and safety integration.</li>
<li>Technical Documentation: Create high-fidelity technical documentation ranging from internal architecture schematics to assembly documents, prioritizing clarity, accuracy, and stakeholder engagement.</li>
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<p><strong>REQUIREMENTS</strong></p>
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<li>Experience: 4–6 years in hardware engineering (Railway preferred, Robotics, or Automotive).</li>
<li>Expertise in electrical and electronics engineering.</li>
<li>Strong grasp of signal integrity and industrial communication standards (Ethernet, CANBus, etc.)</li>
<li>Foundational mechanical engineering knowledge (enclosures, mounting, thermal management)</li>
<li>Competent in AutoCAD Electrical and basic mechanical CAD capabilities (Fusion360/Inventor).</li>
<li>Experience in building and assembling high-quality electromechanical prototypes.</li>
<li>Mindset: You’ve seen hardware fail in the field and know how to design for reliability. You thrive in a "move fast, don't break the train" startup environment.</li>
<li>Education: BSc/MSc in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or similar.</li>
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<p>Join us as a <strong>Hardware Engineer</strong> in our Munich office and help accelerate the shift from road to rail. If you're excited about real-world impact, cutting-edge autonomy, and building from zero-to-one, we’d love to hear from you.</p>
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