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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$97K - $156K *

Shape the future of automated test solutions by developing custom strategies, collaborating with engineers, and integrating software and hardware for advanced Defense and Aerospace technologies...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $156K *

Engineer innovative automated test solutions for advanced Defense and Aerospace technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and integrate custom hardware and software, en...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of server technology by developing innovative hardware solutions. Collaborate with experts to tackle complex challenges and deliver cutting-edge designs that meet...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$144K - $192K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing product quality through innovative embedded software solutions. Collaborate on complex, multi-platform challenges while driving automation and analytics to st...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$168K - $258K *

Drive the development and execution of validation plans for advanced products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency in testing procedures, while providing techni...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Drive software quality by executing tests and collaborating with engineers to enhance StreamCaster products. Engage in manual regression, exploratory testing, and defect resolution to ensure robust pe...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

Drive quality assurance by owning the test strategy and automation across the SDLC. Collaborate with developers to integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines, ensuring robust coverage and continuous impro...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $149K *

Join a team that's advancing server technology by ensuring the reliability and functionality of cutting-edge SoCs. You'll perform verification and validation, collaborating with experts to drive innov...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$105K - $149K *

Elevate the future of server technology by ensuring the reliability and functionality of cutting-edge SoCs through rigorous verification and validation processes, collaborating with cross-functional t...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$105K - $149K *

Advance your career by ensuring the functionality and reliability of cutting-edge server SoCs through verification and validation processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovati...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$169K - $195K *

Empower the development of cutting-edge automation for embedded systems in medical robotics. This role involves designing test infrastructure, creating automated tools, and collaborating across teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $270K *

Unlock potential by designing automated tests and tools to enhance software quality, leveraging AI technologies for NVIDIA products across Windows and Linux platforms, while collaborating with teams t...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Enhance manufacturing processes by developing and optimizing test solutions for PCBA and electronic products while collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve product quality and operational...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $258K *

Transform the future of technology by collaborating with engineers to develop cutting-edge GPU/CPU/SoC products across various industries, ensuring optimal performance, cost, and schedule while leadin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$163K - $236K *

Unlock potential by developing and maintaining emulation infrastructure for cutting-edge AI/ML hardware acceleration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation in custom silicon solu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $175K *

Join a team that's developing cutting-edge CMOS products. Validate and characterize advanced mixed-signal circuits while collaborating with experienced engineers to solve complex technical challenges...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Join a dynamic team as a User Interface Automated Test Engineer, where you'll design and implement automated testing frameworks using Java, C++, and Python. Contribute to innovative software solutions...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Elevate software engineering solutions by architecting and integrating advanced testing platforms across diverse semiconductor environments, ensuring high-quality, reliable execution and fostering tec...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $150K *

Drive the development and execution of thermal tests for aerospace systems, ensuring compliance with performance and reliability standards. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance product...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of avionics hardware design. Contribute to innovative projects across the hardware development lifecycle, focusing on quality and performance in a dynamic enginee...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$161K - $284K *

Develop advanced calibration and diagnostic software for semiconductor memory test solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance precision measurement and instrumentation capabilitie...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Transform the testing landscape by developing and maintaining advanced applications, validating systems, and troubleshooting complex issues in HVAC and automation environments. Collaborate with teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Drive innovation in silicon design by leading pre-silicon RTL verification for wireless PHY. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance design quality through advanced methodologies and reusab...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $232K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with clients in the military and aerospace sectors. Drive product development, support customer systems, and enhance hardware design through hands-on troubleshooting...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$122K - $232K *

Join a team that collaborates on innovative hardware solutions, providing critical applications engineering support to military and aerospace clients. Engage directly with customers and develop robust...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.