We are seeking an e-Bike HMI Engineer to support the development and industrialization of our HMI (Human Machine Interface) systems. This position combines onsite engineering support at our HMI suppliers with market intelligence and supplier research across China.
This role is ideal for an engineer with experience in embedded systems, PCB design, firmware, or HMI-related components who wants to work closely with suppliers and the HMI Team.
Role Overview
In this role, you will act as a key technical interface between our global HMI Engineering team and our HMI suppliers in China.
You will support HMI development, validation, issue resolution, certifications, and supplier execution while ensuring alignment with our technical requirements and timelines.
You will work closely with the Swiss R&D team on analysis, documentation, testing feedback, and technology evaluation, contributing directly to the quality and performance of our HMI systems.
Key Responsibilities
On-Site at HMI Suppliers
- Support development of HMI components (displays, remotes, connectivity/control units)
- Follow up on technical issues, deviations, and corrective actions
- Support debugging and root cause analysis directly at supplier site when needed
- Identify and report improvement opportunities in supplier design, implementation and production, such as:
- Stability and robustness issues
- Integration inconsistencies
- Production or quality weaknesses
- Verify compliance with technical specifications, interface definitions, and performance targets
HMI Development & System Integration Support
- Support HMI system integration into full e-Bike platforms
- Contribute to testing and validation (functional, usability, robustness)
- Support analysis of test results and feedback into improvements
- Collaborate closely with Swiss R&D team to:
- Provide insights from supplier activities and testing
- Support issue investigation and resolution
- Assist in improving requirements and documentation
- Support field issue analysis and feedback loops to development and suppliers
- Contribute to evaluation of new HMI technologies and suppliers in China
- HMI components and architectures
- Connectivity and interaction technologies
- Provide market and supplier insights to support future development decisions
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or a related field
- Several years of experience in:
- Embedded systems, firmware, or HMI-related development
- Consumer electronics, automotive, or similar industries
- Solid understanding of:
- Embedded systems and firmware behavior
- Communication protocols (e.g., CAN, BLE)
- Hardware-software interaction
- Experience working with suppliers or in industrialized product environments
- Strong English communication skills
- International work experience is a plus
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or related field
- Several years of experience in embedded systems, firmware, or HMI-related development
- Experience with PCB design
- Experience in consumer electronics, automotive, or similar industries
- Solid understanding of hardware-software interaction and embedded firmware behavior
- Experience with communication protocols (e.g., CAN, BLE)
- Experience working with suppliers or in industrialized product environments
- Strong English communication skills
- International work experience
Specialized Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with Fidelity offers up to $5,000 in annual employer matching with immediate vesting, and the company covers plan administrative fees for active employees. This provides strong retirement support within the total package.
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Parental & Family Support — Published materials describe 6–8 weeks at 100% pay for birthing recovery and 8 weeks of fully paid parental bonding, alongside fertility benefits and adoption assistance. Some materials indicate certain roles or locations may offer even longer fully paid leave.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Cycling‑centric perks include substantial gear discounts, race entry fee support, on‑site fitness options, healthy on‑site meals, an employee bike service center, and a dog‑friendly HQ. These benefits can meaningfully enhance day‑to‑day experience for those who value the cycling culture.
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What We Do
Founded on the principle of performance and fueled by innovation, our focus on the rider and their needs is our constant. From seasoned pros and weekend warriors, to kids and commuters—if you ride, we’re for you. The passion we have for sharing our love of bikes with the world can be seen in those who choose to work here. Headquartered in Morgan Hill, CA, the passionate and creative teammates at Specialized have designed and manufactured the world's most innovative bikes and gear since 1974. Are you ready to join our team and help pedal the planet forward?
