Hardware Test EngineerJob

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Saint Paul, MN, United States
5 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
$72,800.0 - $99,840.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Computer Engineering System Testing Test Data Hardware Testing

Job description

The Hardware Test Engineer performs black box hardware testing for medical device products by following established test procedures, using traditional electronic lab equipment, and thoroughly documenting test results in a regulated environment. This role combines hands-on work in an electronics lab with desk-based documentation and test development activities to support validation and design verification of complex hardware systems. Responsibilities

  • Follow detailed test procedures to perform black box hardware testing on medical device products.
  • Conduct hardware systems testing in a lab setting, ensuring tests align with validation and design verification requirements.
  • Use traditional lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, and signal generators to perform electrical and electronic tests.
  • Execute manual testing of electronic products and record measurements, observations, and outcomes accurately.
  • Develop and refine test plans, test procedures, and test cases for hardware and electronic systems as needed.
  • Document test results clearly and comprehensively in accordance with regulated industry standards and internal quality processes.
  • Support test engineering activities related to hardware testing, validation, and design verification for medical products.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to communicate findings, identify issues, and contribute to troubleshooting and resolution.
  • Ensure proper setup, configuration, and safe use of test equipment and hardware under test in the lab environment.
  • Maintain organized records of test data, test configurations, and equipment usage to support traceability and audits.

Requirements

Visionary Management Innovation Electronics Multimeters Test Design Traceability Oscilloscope Communication Test Planning Test Equipment Manual Testing Medical Devices Test Engineering Signal Generators Electronic Systems Industry Standards Design Verification Computer Engineering Laboratory Equipment Test Data Generation Hardware Architecture Electrical Engineering Biomedical Engineering Electronic Lab Notebook Engineering Design Process Electronic Circuit Simulation Troubleshooting (Problem Solving), * 2+ years of hardware systems testing experience in a lab setting.

  • 2+ years of hands-on testing of electronic products, preferably in a regulated industry.
  • Experience performing hardware testing and manual testing on medical device products or similar electronic systems.
  • Proficiency using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, and signal generators.
  • Experience with test engineering activities including validation and design verification.
  • Ability to follow and execute detailed test plans, test procedures, and test development documentation.
  • Strong skills in documenting test results in a regulated industry environment.
  • Excellent written communication skills for clear and accurate reporting.
  • Associates degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience working with medical products or other highly regulated hardware systems.
  • Familiarity with electrical testing, electronics, and general hardware test methodologies.
  • Exposure to test equipment management and lab best practices.
  • Comfort working on fast-paced projects with evolving test requirements.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional engineering teams., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

About the company

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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