Hardware Engineer II

Job Description About the Role Hardware Engineer to support hardware development initiatives. This is a time-bound, temporary engagement intended to address specific project needs, and is not a full-time role. In this role, you will contribute to the design, validation, and documentation of hardware components and systems, partnering closely with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver high-quality results within defined timelines. Responsibilities - Support the design, bring-up, and validation of electronic hardware (e.g., boards, subsystems, modules) from concept through verification. - Develop and execute test plans; perform bench testing, debug, and root-cause analysis of hardware issues. - Document designs, requirements, validation results, and engineering changes clearly and accurately. - Collaborate with cross-functional partners (e.g., electrical, mechanical, firmware, manufacturing, quality) to support program milestones and deliverables. - Assist with component selection, schematic/layout reviews, and design-for-test/manufacturability considerations as needed. - Provide regular status updates on assigned deliverables and risks, and support issue tracking and resolution. Minimum Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience). - Hands-on experience with hardware development and lab-based debugging (e.g., use of oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, DMMs, power supplies). - Experience reading/interpreting schematics and supporting board/system bring-up and validation. - Experience developing test procedures and documenting results in a structured, reproducible way. - Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across multiple disciplines in a fast-paced environment. Surrounding team & key projects Working on the wearable's AR team with Lab access. Design, build, and validate electronic hardware (boards/modules) end-to-end - including test development, debugging, root-cause analysis, and documentation. Work cross-functionally with electrical, mechanical, firmware, and manufacturing teams to hit program milestones. Support component selection, design reviews (schematic/layout/DFT/DFM), and provide ongoing status updates and risk tracking. Must-Have Skills 1. Python debugging + Hands-on experience with hardware development and lab-based debugging (e.g., use of oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, DMMs, power supplies). 2. Experience developing test procedures and documenting results in a structured, reproducible way. 3. Experience reading/interpreting schematics and supporting board/system bring-up and validation. Nice-to-have Skills 1. Wearable/AR Device Experience 2. Meta/Big Tech Experience Onsite: Sunnyvale, CA Interview Process How many rounds of interviews? 2 Types of Interviews : Technical Interview Duration 45 mins EEO: "Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of - Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans."