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.

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$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee aerospace product requirements and verification processes. Collaborate with cross-functional groups to ensure compliance, enhance designs, and support production builds...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$153K - $215K *

Join a team that's pushing the limits of silicon engineering to enhance yield and performance for cutting-edge machine learning chips. Collaborate across functions to solve complex problems and optimi...

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

$68K - $95K *

Engage with cutting-edge aerospace technology as you support Test Engineers in inspecting and testing spacecraft hardware. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to optimize testing processes and enhanc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$248K - $391K *

Innovate the future of AI by architecting and developing cutting-edge platforms that enhance business efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable, intelligent systems that l...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$184K - $356K *

Join a team that's enhancing engineering workflows by developing self-service mechanisms and diagnostics for efficient workload management across systems. Collaborate to improve performance and reliab...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Transform manufacturing processes by leading equipment projects, optimizing automation systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product assembly and testing efficiency, safety...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Transform laboratory operations by ensuring optimal infrastructure and equipment functionality. Collaborate with R&D teams and IT to maintain reliable lab environments, enhancing research and developm...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Engage in the development and execution of automated testing strategies, ensuring software quality through comprehensive test plans and scripts. Collaborate with teams to maintain CI/CD pipelines and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Transform your career by joining our team as a Test Automation Engineer, where you'll develop automated testing solutions, ensure software quality, and support user acceptance testing in a collaborati...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Innovate with us as a Test Automation Engineer, driving quality through automated testing, CI/CD integration, and user acceptance support. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to enhance software reli...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Test Automation Engineer, driving quality through automated testing, defect management, and CI/CD integration. Collaborate with teams to ensure software excellence and suppo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Drive quality assurance by creating and maintaining automated test suites, executing comprehensive testing strategies, and ensuring software readiness through meticulous defect management and reportin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Champion the development of automated testing solutions, ensuring quality and efficiency in software delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create test plans, execute testing strategies...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance software quality through automated testing. You'll develop test plans, maintain CI/CD suites, and ensure release readiness while supporting UAT and compliance testing. D...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing software quality through automation. You'll develop test plans, maintain automated testing suites, and ensure release readiness while collaborating closely wi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing software quality through automation. You'll develop test plans, maintain automated suites, and ensure release readiness while collaborating in a dynamic, remo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Drive quality assurance by developing automated test suites and executing comprehensive testing strategies. Collaborate with teams to ensure software reliability and compliance, while maintaining a fo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you engineer automated testing solutions, ensuring software quality through comprehensive test plans and scripts. Collaborate in a CI/CD environment, supporting UAT and maintain...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Champion the development of automated testing solutions, ensuring quality and efficiency in software delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create test plans and execute comprehensive te...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive systems architecture and integration for autonomous vessels, ensuring robust electrical and software performance. Lead reliability testing and cross-functional collaboration while mentoring engi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Champion the development of System Level Test capabilities by leading a team of engineers. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement SLT tests for next-gen AI Processors, ensuring quality and effici...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Discover a dynamic role focused on developing innovative verification strategies for mixed-signal designs, utilizing advanced methodologies to enhance high-speed communication technology. Join a colla...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $176K *

Unlock the potential of next-gen 6G technology by leading high-performance hardware development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, driving circuit design and validation to create innovative pro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Develop and maintain production software for gimbal systems, enhancing quality control and customer integration through innovative technologies and streamlined processes, in a collaborative environmen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of hardware design for secure communication systems, leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions while ensuring performance, reliability, and co...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.