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.

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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.

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$155K - $230K *

Transform quality engineering by driving initiatives that enhance manufacturing processes, reduce defects, and improve operational efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure product quality...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at a leading test facility by supporting production aircraft testing. Collaborate with teams across multiple sites, manage projects, and troubleshoot radar systems while enjoying f...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Optimize production-test processes and systems, ensuring efficient execution and troubleshooting. Collaborate across teams to enhance product quality and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$172K - $349K *

Partner with us to enhance quality engineering for large-scale networking solutions. Drive automation, validate complex systems, and mentor teams to elevate product reliability and customer satisfacti...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform quality assurance by leading test automation initiatives, developing strategies, and ensuring system resilience. Collaborate with teams to enhance product quality through effective testing m...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Lead quality assurance initiatives by developing test strategies and automating end-to-end testing. Collaborate with teams to enhance system resilience and stability, ensuring high-quality products th...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$86K - $165K *

Join a team that's redefining aerospace by developing innovative test solutions for cutting-edge avionics products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and customer sati...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $160K *

Build innovative Calibration Software and Tools for Defense and Aerospace, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software quality and efficien...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$57K - $108K *

Champion the development and maintenance of ICT programs, troubleshoot PCBA failures, and enhance production efficiency through data analysis and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive qua...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$57K - $108K *

Join the charge in developing and maintaining ICT programs, troubleshooting PCBA failures, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance production yields and test performance in a dynamic...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and maintain software for manufacturing test systems, ensuring quality and efficiency in hardware testing. Collaborate with engineers to automate processes and troublesh...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$168K - $252K *

Transform CPU performance through analysis, tuning, and benchmarking. Collaborate on workload characterization and competitive analysis to enhance software and hardware performance, driving innovation...

Oklahoma, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and strategy for high-volume RF module tests, collaborating with vendors on multiple wireless technologies to ensure adherence to internal processes and objectives while driving innova...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Tackle the challenges of high-performance electronic product design as a technical lead. Drive innovation and ownership from concept to production while collaborating with a diverse engineering team i...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's pioneering ultra-high-performance electronic products. As a technical lead, you'll drive hardware design, collaborate with diverse engineers, and ensure product excellence from ince...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$153K - $217K *

Join a dynamic team as you shape the future of technology through the development and validation of next-gen emulation and FPGA models, driving innovation and efficiency in hardware-software integrati...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$185K - $210K *

Transform the future of quantum computing by leading the build and testing of advanced optical and electronic subsystems. Drive innovation and establish best practices while mentoring a multidisciplin...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $185K *

Innovate in the automotive sector by leading PCB layout design for cutting-edge ECUs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust hardware meets specifications and enhances vehicle perfor...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$106K - $185K *

Drive innovation in automotive electronics by leading PCB layout design and integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust hardware meets specifications, while managing program...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$106K - $185K *

Drive innovation in automotive electronics by leading PCB layout design and integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust hardware meets specifications, while managing program...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $150K *

Drive your career forward by maintaining and enhancing production test equipment. Serve as a key technical contact, ensuring operational readiness and troubleshooting complex systems to support effici...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $160K *

Optimize mechanical integrity in semiconductor packaging by developing advanced FEA models and conducting multi-physics simulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance design and relia...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $152K *

Develop high-performance ASIC designs by modeling, optimizing, and validating IP for world-class products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective execution and documentation of de...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $160K *

Contribute to the design and development of high-speed mixed-signal hardware for quantum computing control systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and perform...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $161K *

Partner with us to develop innovative SLT solutions for semiconductor testing, optimizing processes and enhancing customer relations while leveraging your expertise in system-level testing and softwar...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.