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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$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to design and optimize embedded firmware for AR, VR, and wearable devices. Collaborate across functions to innovate in computer vision, machine learning, and graphics, shaping the...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of technology by designing and optimizing embedded firmware systems for AR, VR, and wearable devices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate in computer vision, machine l...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Elevate innovation by designing and optimizing embedded firmware for AR, VR, and wearable devices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle complex challenges and drive advancements in techno...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovation in embedded software development, focusing on real-time applications using C/C++. Collaborate with teams to enhance existing systems and support new hardware initiatives, ensuring rel...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $140K *

Champion innovation in RF testing by evaluating system performance, troubleshooting issues, and enhancing test strategies. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure compliance and drive improvements i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$168K - $186K *

Join a team that's redefining testbed infrastructure for satellite missions. Lead the design and development of cutting-edge hardware while collaborating across disciplines to ensure seamless integrat...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$157K - $227K *

Innovate verification strategies for complex analog and mixed-signal designs. Lead teams, mentor engineers, and drive cross-organizational collaboration to enhance product quality and reliability whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$157K - $227K *

Join a team that's redefining verification strategies for complex analog and mixed-signal designs. Leverage your expertise to lead innovative methodologies, mentor engineers, and drive quality assuran...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of embedded software for life-critical anesthesia systems. Collaborate with experts to develop, test, and enhance software that integrates with cutting-edge medic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join us to redefine operational excellence by owning end-to-end business mapping. You'll build essential infrastructure and tools that empower transformations, ensuring each deployment enhances our pl...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $221K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of high-performance CPU/GPU design, driving full-chip implementation from RTL to signoff. Leverage your expertise in physical design, automation, and optimization t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $221K *

Join a team that's redefining product engineering by developing innovative solutions through collaboration with customers and R&D. Drive impactful design analysis and enhance product performance in a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $184K *

Lead the charge in architecting and developing manufacturing test software systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, establish best practices, and mentor engineers, ensurin...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $163K *

Lead the charge in hardware security innovation by designing, implementing, and supporting advanced security solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product trustworthiness and t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative automotive computing products, translating market needs into robust hardware solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and performanc...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $160K *

Shape the future of embedded technologies by designing and implementing innovative software solutions, optimizing Linux systems, and enhancing application performance for advanced products. Collaborat...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $160K *

Explore your career by designing and implementing embedded Linux systems. This role involves developing high-quality application software, managing tools, and ensuring systematic verification for adva...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $160K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing advanced embedded systems while developing high-quality applications and infrastructure in a collaborative environment, driving innovation and supporting...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$105K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring quality in aerospace engineering. You'll oversee critical quality assurance processes, collaborate on safety assessments, and support manufacturing activities...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $140K *

Optimize quality assurance processes for aerospace projects, ensuring compliance with NASA standards. Collaborate with teams to assess documentation, develop metrics, and support manufacturing phases...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by supporting electrical systems in a biopharmaceutical facility. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and quality through effective testing, troubleshootin...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading test automation efforts, developing scripts, and ensuring software quality through comprehensive testing strategies in a collaborative environment...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $215K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create high-quality Class-A surfaces for softgoods in humanoid robots, ensuring design fidelity and manufacturability from concept through production...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$111K - $167K *

Drive the development and execution of test plans and procedures for complex systems, ensuring compliance with requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance testing methods and deli...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $147K *

Drive verification excellence and scalable methodologies for complex IP and SoC developments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, reusable verification solutions that enhance qu...

2 weeks 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.