Job Description
We’re looking for an early-career engineer to help drive hardware tests and validation efforts during product development. This role blends hands-on technical work with program coordination, supporting cross-functional teams to ensure hardware systems are tested, issues are resolved, and milestones are met.
Responsibilities
- Partner with engineering teams to plan and execute hardware test and validation activities.
- Translate product requirements into clear tasks, timelines, and measurable milestones.
- Coordinate across teams to track progress, manage dependencies, and resolve blockers.
- Investigate and troubleshoot hardware/software issues, identifying root causes and driving solutions.
- Support test station setup, bring-up, and early product validation efforts.
- Document results, communicate risks, and continuously improve testing processes.
Qualifications
- 0–3 years of experience (including internships, academic, or research projects).
- Hands-on experience with hardware systems (PCBs, sensors, embedded platforms as Raspberry Pi
- Familiarity with protocols such as SPI, I2C, or UART.
- Basic programming skills (Python, C, or C++).
- Good communication skills and experience working on team-based technical projects.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
Good to know
- Exposure to validation, reliability, or manufacturing test.
- Understanding of basic statistical or quality methods
- Experience with embedded systems, FPGA, or consumer electronics development.
Type: Contract
Location: San Jose, CA
Duration: 18+ Months
Hourly: 40hr-50hr