Hardware Test Engineers help ensure that electronic products and components perform reliably, safely, and as designed. They plan and run tests, analyze results, troubleshoot failures, and work with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to improve products. Browse vetted Hardware Test Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by product and industry, but often include developing test plans, building or configuring test setups, executing functional and environmental testing, and documenting results. Engineers may investigate component-level or system-level failures, recommend design changes, and verify that fixes meet performance and reliability requirements.
Employers commonly seek experience with electronics, measurement equipment, test automation, data analysis, and structured troubleshooting. Familiarity with hardware validation, failure analysis, laboratory practices, and relevant standards can be valuable. Many roles call for a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related discipline, while specialized experience may support advancement into senior or lead positions.
Hardware Test Engineers work across sectors such as semiconductor, consumer electronics, telecommunications, automotive, aerospace, medical devices, and industrial technology. Career paths may lead to senior test engineering, validation leadership, systems engineering, product quality, or engineering management.
Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare openings by location and specialization, and identify positions that align with your hardware testing experience and career goals.
Hardware Applications Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Drive hands-on testing and documentation to validate hardware solutions, bridging customers, Sales, and Engineering. Enhance product quality and accelerate design-ins for industrial and medical applic...
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Advanced ATE Software Engineer
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Unlock innovation in aerospace by leading advanced test engineering initiatives. Drive quality and reliability through sophisticated test plans and automated systems, ensuring our products meet the hi...
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Hardware Verification Engineer, New College Graduate, (Teradyne, North Reading, MA)
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Advance your career as a Hardware Verification Engineer, developing innovative test hardware and software. Collaborate across teams to ensure product functionality and performance, while gaining mento...
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Hardware Verification Engineer, New College Graduate, (Teradyne, North Reading, MA)
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Engage with our dynamic team to develop and verify cutting-edge AC/RF hardware. Collaborate across functions to ensure product excellence and performance, while gaining mentorship from experienced eng...
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Empower innovation by providing expert technical support for IT Test and Evaluation. Collaborate on test methodologies, execute plans, and analyze data to ensure software reliability and compliance in...
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Software QA Engineer II Senior - (E2)
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Transform testing processes by developing automated solutions for RF and radar systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance reliability and efficiency in lab and production environments, ens...
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Test Equipment Development Engineer (HIL and Test Equipment)
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Champion the design and deployment of interceptor test systems, ensuring rigorous verification and robust performance. Lead the full lifecycle from requirements analysis to hardware integration, drivi...
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Staff Software Engineer (Data Center Test Automation)
$141K - $211K *
Join a team that's designing and developing scalable automation solutions for data center chipset validation. Leverage your software engineering expertise to tackle complex challenges and enhance auto...
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Hardware Senior Principal Engineer
$187K - $242K *
Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge AI infrastructure solutions. Oversee the architecture and lifecycle of advanced hardware systems, driving innovation and collaboration across engineering tea...
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Hardware Senior Principal Engineer
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Empower innovation in AI infrastructure by leading the design and lifecycle of advanced server platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical excellence and ensure robust, scala...
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Hardware Senior Principal Engineer
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Hardware Verification Engineer, New College Graduate, (Teradyne, Agoura Hills, CA)
$69K - $111K *
Empower product development by verifying hardware functionality and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop automated test solutions, ensuring robust integration and validation...
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Senior Systems Test Engineer (Embedded & Mobile)
$95K - $115K *
Engineer quality assurance for embedded and mobile systems, ensuring seamless integration between hardware and software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate product standards and automa...
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Senior Design Verification Engineer
$148K - $165K *
Lead the charge in defining and delivering robust verification for next-gen connectivity silicon, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality, reliable products that support AI in...
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$120K - $145K *
Drive innovative test solutions as a Senior Applications Engineer, leading technical engagements and ensuring seamless integration of semiconductor test systems while building strong customer relation...
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Senior Process Development Engineer
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Drive SMT process innovation and optimization, enhancing quality, yield, and efficiency in manufacturing. Collaborate globally to standardize practices and support complex product introduction from pr...
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Senior Test Technician - NPI & Characterization
$130K - $250K *
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Sr. Engineer, System Level Test
$117K - $176K *
Transform electronic systems by planning, designing, and testing cutting-edge hardware solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and ensure product excellence in a dyn...
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$125K - $166K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring software quality and compliance for cutting-edge DNA sequencing products. Contribute to testing embedded software and web applications, driving system-level in...
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System Software Engineer - Data Center GPU Compute Diagnostics
$124K - $195K *
Join a team that's developing cutting-edge diagnostic software for next-gen GPUs and AI systems. Collaborate with experts to validate complex hardware and drive innovation in a fast-paced environment...
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Test Development Engineer, Mechanical Dev Test & Integration
$96K - $160K *
Unlock your potential by designing and implementing test infrastructure for satellite hardware. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and reliability in a fast-paced...
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Engineer innovative electro-mechanical systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive product development and optimize the design, testing, and evaluation of complex hardware subsyst...
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Staff Hardware Design Engineer
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What does a Hardware Test Engineer do?
A Hardware Test Engineer designs and performs tests to verify that electronic components and systems meet functional, performance, safety, and reliability requirements. The role may include test automation, troubleshooting, failure analysis, and reporting findings to engineering teams.
What qualifications are common for Hardware Test Engineer jobs?
Many positions seek a degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field, along with experience testing electronics. Employers may also value skills in lab instrumentation, automation, data analysis, hardware validation, and systematic debugging.
What industries hire Hardware Test Engineers?
Hardware Test Engineers are hired in industries including semiconductors, consumer electronics, automotive, aerospace, telecommunications, medical devices, and industrial technology.
How can I find Hardware Test Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Hardware Test Engineer listings on Ladders, where professional opportunities are vetted and pay $100,000 or more. Review each posting for compensation details, qualifications, location, and areas of specialization.
What career paths can follow a Hardware Test Engineer role?
With experience, Hardware Test Engineers may advance to senior or lead test engineering roles, validation management, systems engineering, product quality, or engineering management.