Hardware Test Engineer Jobs

Hardware Test Engineers help ensure that electronic components, devices, and systems perform reliably, safely, and as designed. They develop test plans, build or configure test setups, run experiments, analyze results, and work with engineering teams to resolve issues. Explore vetted Hardware Test Engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Hardware Test Engineer Do?

Responsibilities vary by product and industry, but commonly include designing test procedures, operating lab equipment, automating measurements, documenting results, and investigating failures. Hardware Test Engineers may evaluate prototypes and production units, assess performance under different operating conditions, and collaborate with design, manufacturing, quality, and firmware teams to improve products.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience with electronics, test and measurement equipment, data analysis, and hardware validation. Familiarity with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, power supplies, environmental testing, and scripting or test-automation tools can be valuable. Clear technical communication and careful documentation are also important for presenting findings and supporting design decisions.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Hardware Test Engineers work across industries such as semiconductor, consumer electronics, telecommunications, aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and industrial technology. Depending on experience and specialization, career paths may include senior test engineering, validation leadership, systems engineering, hardware quality, or engineering management.

Find Hardware Test Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search current Hardware Test Engineer openings, compare roles and qualifications, and find positions that align with your technical background and career goals.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

$104K - $117K *

Engage with senior technical requisitions, ensuring quality outreach and swift hiring. Collaborate with executives, utilize AI tools, and uphold communication standards to attract top talent in a comp...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $258K *

Shape the future of AI in healthcare by leading architectural design and technical strategy for LLM-powered systems. Mentor engineers, ensure compliance, and drive innovation in a highly regulated env...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $106K *

Manage high-quality technical support for corporate users, ensuring seamless operation of Windows and macOS devices, Microsoft 365, and endpoint technologies. Drive improvements in support processes a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $100K *

Transform complex network systems by leading design, implementation, and support efforts. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance telecommunications infrastructures and ensure compliance with cybers...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the evolution of our GTM Systems Architecture, enhancing Salesforce and its tech stack for AI-native workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build a trusted data foundation and driv...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$158K - $248K *

Unlock potential by architecting scalable file management solutions, integrating distributed systems, and ensuring secure access for enterprise customers. Collaborate across teams to enhance data acce...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $93K *

Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver exceptional on-site technical support, leveraging your expertise to diagnose and resolve customer issues while enhancing their experience with our services...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $185K *

Engage with Federal agencies and software providers to design and implement secure cloud solutions. Leverage your expertise in FedRAMP and DoD IL4 to drive technical sales strategies and ensure compli...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead a dynamic team of software engineers to enhance data import systems, ensuring efficient document processing and integration. Drive technical direction, improve engineering practices, and foster a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure seamless network connectivity for dock deployments. Collaborate with IT teams, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and enhance customer confidence through effective communi...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$136K - $239K *

Unlock your potential by leading statistical programming efforts in clinical trials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze and report clinical data, ensuring compliance with industry stan...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Champion hardware readiness for customer deployments, ensuring timely delivery and accurate documentation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage escalations, RMAs, and configuration contro...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $286K *

Lead the design and delivery of scalable platform capabilities, driving the full software development lifecycle while integrating AI/ML technologies. Collaborate across teams to ensure high-quality so...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $143K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing innovative marketing strategies for a digital platform, driving partner engagement and business growth through compelling storytelling and strategic positio...

Georgia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$105K - $165K *

Innovate by leading the development of cutting-edge harness engineering solutions. Create controls that enhance the AI coding process, ensuring quality and efficiency in production through hands-on de...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $150K *

Join a team that's engineering innovative cloud solutions, ensuring stability and performance while driving continuous improvement across scalable environments. Your expertise will shape the future of...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $169K *

Drive your career with a leadership role overseeing complex programs and projects. Guide teams in day-to-day operations, ensuring customer satisfaction, cost management, and performance goals are met...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $184K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of mission critical facilities by leading electrical design projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure high availability and efficiency in data center inf...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $220K *

Architect innovative solutions by leading the development of scalable platforms, driving the full software lifecycle, and mentoring teams to enhance engineering excellence and productivity through AI...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $220K *

Drive innovation by leading the design and development of scalable, secure enterprise software solutions. Collaborate across teams to solve complex engineering challenges and establish best practices...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$143K - $286K *

Engineer scalable, low-latency order service systems while leading cross-team initiatives. Collaborate with product and engineering teams to enhance reliability and performance, mentoring engineers an...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$143K - $286K *

Champion the development of scalable platform capabilities, driving the full software lifecycle while applying cloud-native architecture principles. Lead engineering teams, mentor talent, and ensure h...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $220K *

Champion scalable solutions by driving the software development lifecycle, applying cloud-native architecture, and integrating AI/ML components. Collaborate across teams to enhance processes and mento...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $220K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in software engineering, delivering scalable cloud-native solutions while leading the full development lifecycle. Collaborate across teams to enhance processes an...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $220K *

Lead the charge in delivering scalable platform capabilities, driving the full software development lifecycle, and mentoring engineers while integrating AI/ML components to foster innovation and techn...

Bentonville, ARRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Hardware Test Engineer do?question toggle

    A Hardware Test Engineer plans and performs tests to verify that electronic products, components, and systems meet performance, reliability, and safety requirements. The role can include building test setups, analyzing measurements, troubleshooting failures, and documenting results.

  • What qualifications are common for Hardware Test Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for an engineering background and experience with electronics, hardware validation, test equipment, and data analysis. Depending on the position, knowledge of test automation, scripting, and industry-specific standards may also be useful.

  • Which tools do Hardware Test Engineers use?question toggle

    Tools vary by product, but may include oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, power supplies, environmental test equipment, data-acquisition systems, and software or scripts for test automation and analysis.

  • Where do Hardware Test Engineers work?question toggle

    They work in industries that design or manufacture physical technology, including semiconductors, consumer electronics, telecommunications, aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and industrial systems.

  • How can I find Hardware Test Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Hardware Test Engineer listings on Ladders, where you can explore vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more and review opportunities that match your experience and career goals.