Hardware Test Engineer
About The Position
The Hardware Electrical Test Engineer is responsible for executing verification and validation testing for DC fast charging components and charging systems. This role supports hardware and software testing to verify the designs that meet performance, reliability, and compliance requirements. The role spans development and validation testing at both component and system levels, including PCBA, displays, low-voltage electronics, and three-phase high-voltage power electronics. This role plays a critical part in ensuring product quality and deployment readiness. The Hardware Test Engineer supports the execution of component lifecycle testing — building and operating test infrastructure, executing test campaigns, collecting data, and reporting results under the guidance of senior engineers. This is a highly hands-on role requiring significant laboratory work, hardware integration, and execution of automated and manual test systems.
Requirements
- Typically requires a minimum of 2 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 1 year and a Master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience.
Nice To Haves
- Hands-on experience working within a laboratory environment.
- Experience setting up for test, execution of hardware of test, and error-proofing test setups.
- Experience executing structured test protocols.
- Proficiency with lab instrumentation including power supplies, electronic loads, oscilloscopes, function generators, and DAQ systems.
- Programming experience in Python, SQL, or similar tools for automation, data analysis, and visualization.
- Experience designing test fixtures and selecting appropriate test equipment.
- Strong documentation and reporting skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Willingness to travel for test integration, commissioning, or supplier support.
- Experience soldering and instrumenting PCBA components.
- Experience working with medium- or high-voltage systems (up to 1000 VDC).
- Experience developing structured test protocols.
- Experience with CAN-based networks (CAN, CAN FD) and Ethernet.
- Experience with SCPI or similar interfaces in automation for test control.
- Familiarity with engineering workflow tools such as JIRA, Confluence, or Jama.
- Experience with embedded Linux systems including flashing, configuration, and interface debugging.
Responsibilities
- Execute verification and validation testing at PCBA, component, subsystem, and system levels.
- Implement test cases derived from system validation plans in collaboration with Validation Engineers.
- Setup test stages to include hardware under test, instrumentation, and data acquisition.
- Configure and operate test equipment including power supplies, electronic loads, oscilloscopes, and environmental chambers.
- Design test fixtures and support bring up of automated and manual test setups.
- Develop and maintain automated test scripts and data collection tools.
- Execute environmental, durability, electrical, and functional test campaigns.
- Analyze test results and participate in post-test reviews to communicate findings and recommendations.
- Generate work instructions for technicians to execute.
- Instrument systems to capture electrical, thermal, and mechanical measurements.
- Maintain test assets including hardware configuration, equipment calibration, software versions, and test documentation.
- Support root cause investigations and failure analysis during test campaigns.
- Collaborate with design, reliability, manufacturing, and supplier teams to resolve issues under guidance of senior engineers.
- Collaborate with technicians supporting test execution.
- Support deployment and maintenance of electrical integration test benches for evaluation of motors, pumps, cables, and connector systems.
- Support PCBA board bring up and rework when issues are detected.
- Support instrumentation of PCBA for analysis and testing.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Mental wellbeing support
- Wellness programs
- 401(k)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care
- Life and disability insurance
- Uncapped paid time off
- Enhanced parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Access to Health Advocate services for help with claims, provider searches, and care decisions
- Telehealth services
- Mentorship programs
- Opportunities for career growth and internal mobility
- Monthly Tech Stipend
- One-time home office setup reimbursement
- Volunteer time off
- Commuter benefits
- Employee focused programs
- Discretionary target cash bonuses
- Restricted stock units (subject to Board Approval)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
