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# Hardware Test Engineer

- **Company:** LEDGENT
- **Location:** Berkeley, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $97,760.0 - $108,160.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, C Sharp (Programming Language), Command-Line Interface, Code Coverage, Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Firmware, Python (Programming Language), Software Testing Automation Framework, Technical Data Management Systems, Test Data, Hardware Testing, Information Technology
- **Published:** July 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a4f1945d3d86bbd4

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience.
 * 3+ years of experience in hardware testing, validation, or manufacturing test engineering.
 * Experience developing or supporting automated test systems using C#.
 * Strong troubleshooting skills involving electronic hardware and test equipment.
 * Experience with oscilloscopes, DMMs, power supplies, and laboratory equipment.
 * Understanding of electronics fundamentals and circuit operation.
 * Ability to read schematics, test procedures, and engineering documentation.
 * Excellent problem-solving and communication skills., * Experience with Bed-of-Nails (BON) testing environments and production test fixtures.
 * Working knowledge of Linux and command-line tools.
 * Experience supporting manufacturing or high-volume production environments.
 * Familiarity with Python or Bash scripting.
 * Experience with test automation frameworks and data collection systems.
 * Exposure to embedded systems, firmware testing, or device communications protocols.

## Description

* Assume ownership of existing Bed-of-Nails (BON) test systems, including maintenance, troubleshooting, optimization, and documentation.
 * Develop, execute, and support hardware test procedures for prototype and production products.
 * Design, modify, and maintain automated test applications using C#.
 * Perform board-level and system-level functional testing and validation.
 * Investigate test failures, identify root causes, and drive corrective actions.
 * Collaborate with hardware and firmware engineers to diagnose product issues.
 * Support manufacturing test operations and improve test coverage, yield, and efficiency.
 * Maintain test documentation, procedures, and records.
 * Assist with test fixture development, calibration, and maintenance.
 * Analyze test data and provide reporting to engineering and management teams.
 * Support new product introductions (NPI) and production transitions.


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