Hardware Validation & Lab Operations Engineer

What You Will Do

• Test Fixture Design & Station Bring-Up
• Develop and deliver Test Fixture Design Packages including mechanical/electrical design files, assembly instructions, and validation protocols for each new product or fixture refresh
• Execute Test Station Bring-Up activities including calibration records, GR&R (Gauge Repeatability & Reproducibility) studies, and correlation data for each new station deployment or relocation
• Perform Environmental Testing including Thermal Shock, HALT , and related stress tests
• Conduct Mechanical Testing using Instron, Drop, and Vibration equipment
• Execute ESD Testing per applicable standards
• Operate Metrology equipment including CT Scan and CMM
• Carry out FTIR / Material Analysis for material characterization and failure analysis
• Manage Equipment Preventive Maintenance (PM) schedules and execution
• Maintain Equipment Calibrations ensuring all instruments are within calibration windows

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field
• 3–5+ years of experience in a hardware test lab or validation environment

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in mechanical and electrical fixture/test station design (CAD tools such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
• Hands-on experience with environmental, mechanical, and ESD test equipment
• Strong knowledge of metrology tools (CT Scan, CMM) and material analysis (FTIR)
• Demonstrated experience with equipment calibration, PM programs, and GR&R studies
• Excellent documentation skills — SOPs, test reports, calibration records
• Familiarity with lab safety, ESD controls, and quality management systems

Pay Range

Pay Range: $120000 - $130000. Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure.

Benefits

• Full-time (Regular)
• 401(k) with matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability