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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$108K - $130K *

Execute innovative software solutions to enhance engine testing and data acquisition. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain and develop tools, ensuring reliability and performance in bot...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead quality assurance initiatives, collaborate across teams, and ensure compliance with standards. Drive continuous improvement programs and support operations with data-driven insights in a dynamic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $264K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and optimize advanced memory subsystems, focusing on micro-architecture, RTL design, and timing analysis to deliver high-performance solutions in cutt...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as you drive the development of cutting-edge High Bandwidth Memory products, collaborating across teams to ensure seamless integration from design to production, while enhancing...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing software testing practices, ensuring all software meets stringent requirements through independent verification and validation processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $163K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring product excellence through rigorous quality assurance. In this role, you'll oversee inspections, audits, and process improvements, driving compliance with indu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading software development for critical space applications. Collaborate with teams to enhance existing systems and create innovative solutions, ensuring seamless integration acro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Empower innovation by driving product development and customer solutions in a dynamic engineering environment. Collaborate across teams to enhance system performance and support new product strategies...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining user experiences through innovative HMI design and embedded systems development. Collaborate cross-functionally to create intuitive interfaces for cutting-edge industrial...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $500K *

Transform the future of silicon validation by developing robust test frameworks and infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliable performance in high-volume manufacturing environments, d...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $500K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of silicon validation by developing robust test frameworks and infrastructure. Collaborate across domains to ensure reliable performance in high-volume manufactur...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Drive manufacturing excellence by enhancing processes and efficiencies in a high-volume semiconductor environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement improvements and support product...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $158K *

Play a key role in enhancing developer productivity through effective automation tools and testing strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions ensuring software qua...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $251K *

Join a dynamic software development team to innovate cybersecurity solutions for connected systems. Lead research, collaborate with engineers, and tackle complex challenges to enhance security for cri...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$136K - $264K *

Drive performance verification strategies for advanced CPU designs, analyzing benchmarks and workloads to identify bottlenecks. Collaborate with engineers to enhance microarchitectural features and le...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$286K - $362K *

Unlock potential by leading NPU architecture and SoC integration for automotive AI. Drive technical execution, influence cross-domain decisions, and ensure product delivery meets performance, power, a...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$91K - $232K *

Develop innovative embedded software solutions for high-precision timing systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability and performance while leading the design and implementat...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovation in automotive software by leading gateway software delivery, integration, and validation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality software for next-gen vehicle...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by owning the release and test architecture for cutting-edge hardware and software, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join our team to enhance High Performance Computing services, providing critical support for multi-vendor systems and advanced storage solutions across diverse environments. Your expertise will drive...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $144K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of aerospace by developing innovative embedded Linux solutions. Collaborate with experts to enhance mission-critical systems and drive advancements in technology...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$69K - $95K *

Contribute to the testing and validation of innovative products by developing test plans, executing tests, and collaborating with teams to ensure quality and functionality across hardware and software...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Elevate quality standards by overseeing a robust management system, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Lead quality assurance ef...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by ensuring the accuracy of analog and mixed signal designs. Collaborate across teams to develop verification plans, run simulations, and enhance methodologies, driving quality and in...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $131K *

Empower innovation by designing and deploying advanced automated test systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure product integrity through comprehensive testing solutions, enhancing manufac...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.