Hardware Test Engineer
About The Position
Trimble is looking for a passionate Hardware Validation Engineer to join our dynamic team in Dayton, Ohio. In this role, you will own complex test setups, execute specialized environmental stress testing, and ensure our products thrive in the toughest real-world conditions. You will be at the heart of hardware reliability, taking complete ownership of state-of-the-art laboratory infrastructure, custom load boxes, and advanced test setups. You will play a pivotal role in validating next-generation technology, directly influencing product quality, and ensuring critical hardware meets the highest industry standards before reaching customers worldwide.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
- 3+ years of experience in a product validation or test laboratory environment.
- Proven expertise in hands-on diagnosis and repair of electro-mechanical systems using DMMs, power supplies, and oscilloscopes.
- Demonstrated ability to execute complex DVP&Rs with high attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with environmental chambers or data acquisition systems such as Dewesoft or SOMAT.
- Familiarity with industry standards such as MIL-STD-810, SAE J1939, or IEC 60529.
- Familiarity with electronics assembly best practices (e.g., IPC-A-610) including soldering and rework skills.
- Background in testing RF, GNSS, or sensing technologies and using Jira for Agile task tracking.
Responsibilities
- Spearhead laboratory validation activities by executing specialized vibration and environmental stress tests per industry standards.
- Own the configuration of complex test setups, building custom harnesses, load boxes, and high-tech lab infrastructure.
- Champion data integrity by ensuring all test outcomes are accurately documented to support critical problem-solving and engineering conclusions.
- Drive workflow discipline within Jira, maintaining real-time visibility into the status of essential hardware validation cycles.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with validation leads to align lab throughput with equipment availability and product milestones.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life
- Disability
- Time off plans
- Retirement plans
- Tax savings plans for health, dependent care and commuter expenses
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
