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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$85K - $102K *

Unlock your potential as you lead the design and development of innovative test equipment for aviation systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive projects from concept to production in a hands-o...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $119K *

Join a team that's dedicated to resolving software application issues, providing customer support, and enhancing product features. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure quality solutions and contrib...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in automotive design by leading feasibility assessments between engineering and design teams, ensuring alignment on surface creation and engineering requirements...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $155K *

Innovate and deliver high-performance mechanical assemblies in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and quality from concept through production, supporti...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Innovate software solutions by designing, developing, and testing advanced systems-level software. Collaborate on operational specifications and analyze requirements to enhance business processes and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Support Linux enablement for Ryzen AI platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable OS integration and performance for client AI workloads, while gaining exposure to cutting...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $223K *

Drive innovation by designing and developing AI-driven software solutions that enhance user experiences across multiple devices, ensuring reliability, safety, and performance in a fast-paced environme...

Yesterday

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

$107K - $204K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of high-performance digital ASICs and FPGAs. Leverage your expertise in design, verification, and integration to drive innovation in signal processing and informa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$168K - $310K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of semiconductor design by developing innovative DFT methodologies. Collaborate across functions to ensure our next-gen silicon is testable and secure, while ment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $168K *

Engineer high-impact national security systems by developing, testing, and integrating software solutions. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance decision-making systems using modern too...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Unlock potential by designing innovative electrical hardware for cutting-edge display technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance avionics and ground vehicle displays, ensuring qu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$168K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of innovative manufacturing software solutions. Collaborate across teams to optimize performance and ensure robust, secure applications that driv...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $150K *

Unlock your potential by developing cutting-edge FPGA systems for innovative medical devices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance designs, validate functionality, and drive improvements...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$119K - $234K *

Transform the future of technology by building advanced PCIe subsystems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and optimizing designs for performance and efficiency while ensuring high-quality de...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join us to design and develop high-speed hardware for advanced robotic systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create reliable electronic systems, ensuring optimal performance and integrat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer advanced hardware solutions by leading board-level design for ruggedized systems. Collaborate across disciplines to innovate and deliver high-reliability electronic solutions for extreme envir...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of ruggedized, high-speed digital hardware solutions for advanced embedded systems, driving innovations that impact national security across vari...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$223K - $307K *

Shape the future of advanced semiconductor power solutions by leading thermal design and development. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize performance and reliability while mentoring junior engi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$203K - $315K *

Champion the functional verification and silicon bring-up of DDR controllers, driving architecture discussions, developing test benches, and executing comprehensive test plans to ensure optimal perfor...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality excellence by leading process optimization and statistical analysis. Collaborate across teams to enhance manufacturing efficiency and ensure compliance with quality standards through rig...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $175K *

Drive your career forward by developing cutting-edge software for hardware-in-the-loop test environments, collaborating with engineers to enhance aircraft systems integration and ensure reliable perfo...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $139K *

Innovate and develop high-fidelity simulation software for avionics systems. Collaborate with engineers to design, implement, and test embedded software, ensuring robust performance in real-time envir...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Advance the future of semiconductor design by developing cutting-edge verification tools and methodologies for memory products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance verification quality...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $146K *

Support lab operations by managing the laboratory information management system (LIMS). Collaborate with scientists to enhance data accuracy and automate processes, ensuring efficient data handling an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $200K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of quantum computing by leading manufacturing quality initiatives. You'll establish processes and tooling for efficient builds, ensuring high standards in assembl...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.