Hardware Validation Engineer

*Salary: $88,000 - $120,000 annually*

Job Summary:

Hardware Validation Engineer will contribute to the design validation, testing, and troubleshooting of hardware products across platforms such as servers, networking equipment, and personal computing devices. This role will take ownership of test setup, independently execute verification and scale testing procedures, and conduct issue triage and support failure analyses.
This position is part of the Engineering Services team, which works across departments to support the engineering and operation teams with technical expertise in electronics, operational software, and systems integration.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Test Environment Setup: Configure and maintain test stations for product validation. Define the appropriate hardware, software, and procedures to test products under real-world conditions.
• Verification and Scale Testing: Execute and refine test cases to assess performance, functionality, and scalability. Identify inconsistencies and recommend adjustments to design or process.
• Issue triage: reproduce the issue and identify the issue orientation – script, software, or hardware related.
• Documentation: Produce detailed reports on test outcomes, debug findings, and engineering support activities. Maintain thorough documentation for traceability and future reference.
• Technical Support: Provide hands-on support for cross-functional teams by addressing hardware and software-related issues during scale testing
• Collaboration: Work closely with team members, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure timely execution of deliverables aligned with team and project goals.
• Other Duties: Support additional engineering tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Due to the cross-functional nature of the team’s responsibilities, candidates with a solid and practical foundation in electronics and hardware system integration are highly preferred.

• Working knowledge of server systems, including hardware components and diagnostic procedures.
• Familiarity with hardware such as network switches, power distribution systems, and personal computing devices, with the ability to assist in their integration or troubleshooting.
• Understanding of computer hardware architecture, including experience applying concepts like PCI-e, USB, and system buses in test or debug scenarios.
• Proficient with test and measurement tools such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters (DMM), and soldering/rework equipment, with experience applying them in lab or production environments. (Preferred)
• Experience working with or troubleshooting management protocols (e.g., Redfish, IPMI) during validation or issue resolution.
• Knowledge of or exposure to communication protocols and standards (e.g., Ethernet, PCIe).
• Experience with or exposure to programming or scripting languages (e.g. Python) for test automation and data analysis.
• Skilled in using Microsoft Office Suite for documenting procedures, reporting test results, and communicating technical findings.
• Strong analytical and debugging skills for the issue triage
• Clear and concise technical communication skills for both documentation and team collaboration.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and capable of handling assigned tasks independently while supporting broader team goals.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field is required; an advanced degree is a plus.
• 5+ years of professional experience in hardware development, validation, or manufacturing support.