{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"b7e60792e423a0338887a0e1","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b7e60792e423a0338887a0e1","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b7e60792e423a0338887a0e1","title":"Electrical Hardware Test Engineer – PCBA Validation","description":"About the Position\n\nWe are looking for an Electrical Hardware Test Engineer to lead the comprehensive validation of PCBAs for our upcoming battery and energy storage systems. You will be responsible for transforming electrical specifications into actionable test plans, conducting hands-on validation, and reporting on design performance.\n\nYou will collaborate with cross-functional teams including Electrical, Systems, and Firmware to ensure all circuit boards satisfy functional, electrical, and safety standards. This is a practical, lab-focused role where you will define the specific methodologies required to verify and prove that hardware meets its intended design requirements.\n\nThe ideal candidate possesses a solid electrical engineering background and excels at refining ambiguous requirements—such as interface, load, or voltage specifications—into structured, repeatable testing protocols.\n\nKey Responsibilities\nCreate thorough hardware verification and validation test plans derived from system-level electrical requirements.\nAnalyze and interpret technical product specifications, schematics, and design requirements.\nConvert high-level requirements into precise, repeatable, and measurable test procedures.\nSelect the necessary instrumentation, fixtures, loading conditions, and environmental factors to ensure accurate validation.\nConduct hands-on electrical testing on both production-intent and prototype PCBAs.\nVerify critical parameters such as power performance, signal integrity, continuity, resistance, current, and voltage to ensure system reliability.\nExecute electrical safety protocols, including insulation and Hi-Pot dielectric withstand testing.\nHelp maintain a consistent standard of hardware quality by performing repetitive reliability validation tests.\nAddress gaps in existing requirements by developing robust testing strategies that capture the original design intent.\nAssemble test setups and procure the necessary lab tooling, instrumentation, and fixtures.\nPerform systematic validation testing across multiple hardware revisions and circuit board iterations.\nAssess test data to determine if the hardware meets all established performance benchmarks.\nMaintain detailed records of test outcomes, including measurements and evidence, to support project transparency.\nPrepare validation reports and communicate findings to engineering stakeholders regularly.\nCollaborate with Electrical Engineers to diagnose design issues and recommend necessary circuit modifications.\nAssist in failure analysis by tracing observed behaviors back to the original schematics and design requirements.\nCoordinate with Systems and Firmware teams to address hardware functionality influenced by software-controlled interfaces.\nHelp maintain a safe and scalable validation environment as we expand test coverage for our Gen 2 battery systems.\nQualifications\nBachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a closely related field.\nProfessional experience in electrical hardware test, verification, or validation engineering.\nDemonstrated ability to interpret complex electrical requirements and circuit schematics.\nProven track record of developing test plans based on engineering specifications.\nSolid understanding of fundamental electrical engineering principles, including circuits, loads, and interfaces.\nPractical experience with PCBA and circuit board testing.\nProficiency with standard electrical lab equipment, including:\nOscilloscopes\nDigital multimeters\nPower supplies\nElectronic loads\nHi-Pot testers\nGeneral measurement instrumentation\nAbility to define and implement testing methodologies rather than just following existing procedures.\nStrong technical writing skills for documentation and reporting.\nAbility to troubleshoot unexpected results and clearly communicate technical findings.\nComfortable working with evolving test fixtures and prototype hardware.\nHelp maintain a high level of accuracy and methodical rigor throughout repetitive testing processes.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience in high-reliability environments such as aerospace, energy storage, power electronics, or EVs.\nExperience validating hardware against formal engineering requirements.\nExperience creating validation procedures for new or evolving hardware.\nFamiliarity with firmware-controlled hardware and electrical interfaces.\nExperience working cross-functionally with Electrical, Firmware, Systems, and Mechanical Engineering teams.\nExperience developing test fixtures or identifying custom instrumentation requirements.\nFamiliarity with automated test equipment or electronic test bench software/tools.\nExperience with hardware reliability testing and qualification.\nSuccess Metrics\n\nFirst 30 Days\n\nTake ownership of a more complex PCBA.\nLearn the schematic and understand the circuit architecture.\nReview and interpret the applicable electrical requirements.\nBegin translating requirements into a comprehensive validation plan.\nIdentify missing equipment, fixtures, or instrumentation and initiate procurement.\nDevelop an understanding of how the hardware interacts with surrounding systems.\n\nFirst 90 Days\n\nIndependently execute validation testing across assigned circuit boards.\nComplete test execution cycles typically taking 2–3 weeks, depending on board complexity.\nGenerate detailed validation reports documenting pass/fail results and supporting data.\nPresent findings to engineering teams and communicate design issues discovered during testing.\nHelp identify improvements to the test methodology and overall validation process.\nContribute toward increasing hardware test coverage for the Gen 2 battery platform.\nThe Engineering Challenge\n\nA major part of this role is taking requirements that may initially appear straightforward and determining what it actually means to prove the hardware meets them.\n\nFor example, if a requirement states that a circuit must operate at 85 volts, the engineer needs to determine:\n\nWhat is the appropriate test method?\nWhat input voltage range should be evaluated?\nShould the circuit be tested under load?\nWhat load conditions matter?\nWhat measurements need to be captured?\nWhat external factors could affect the result?\nWhat constitutes an acceptable result?\nHow should the test be repeated to demonstrate robustness?\n\nThis role is therefore not simply following a test procedure. We are looking for an engineer who can understand the electrical design and requirements, identify what needs to be proven, and develop a technically sound method for proving it.\n\nTeam & Opportunity\n\nThe company is currently expanding validation capabilities for its next-generation battery platform. There are approximately 10 circuit boards requiring validation, with only a portion of the hardware currently covered by established testing. The goal is to significantly increase test coverage while building a scalable validation organization.\n\nThis position offers an opportunity to have a direct impact on how hardware is validated before deployment, while working closely with the engineers responsible for designing the next generation of energy storage technology.","company":"Mach10 Solutions","rawCompany":"mach10 solutions","city":"Berkeley","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-21T11:03:38.763Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"},{"code":"17-2112.02","title":"Validation Engineers","slug":"validation-engineers"},{"code":"17-2071.00","title":"Electrical Engineers","slug":"electrical-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"334418","title":"Printed Circuit Assembly (Electronic Assembly) Manufacturing","slug":"printed-circuit-assembly-electronic-assembly-manufacturing"},{"code":"334515","title":"Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals","slug":"instrument-manufacturing-for-measuring-and-testing-electricity-and-electrical-signals"},{"code":"334513","title":"Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables","slug":"instruments-and-related-products-manufacturing-for-measuring-displaying-and-controlling-industrial-process-variables"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Electrical Hardware Test Engineer – PCBA Validation","description":"About the Position\n\nWe are looking for an Electrical Hardware Test Engineer to lead the comprehensive validation of PCBAs for our upcoming battery and energy storage systems. You will be responsible for transforming electrical specifications into actionable test plans, conducting hands-on validation, and reporting on design performance.\n\nYou will collaborate with cross-functional teams including Electrical, Systems, and Firmware to ensure all circuit boards satisfy functional, electrical, and safety standards. This is a practical, lab-focused role where you will define the specific methodologies required to verify and prove that hardware meets its intended design requirements.\n\nThe ideal candidate possesses a solid electrical engineering background and excels at refining ambiguous requirements—such as interface, load, or voltage specifications—into structured, repeatable testing protocols.\n\nKey Responsibilities\nCreate thorough hardware verification and validation test plans derived from system-level electrical requirements.\nAnalyze and interpret technical product specifications, schematics, and design requirements.\nConvert high-level requirements into precise, repeatable, and measurable test procedures.\nSelect the necessary instrumentation, fixtures, loading conditions, and environmental factors to ensure accurate validation.\nConduct hands-on electrical testing on both production-intent and prototype PCBAs.\nVerify critical parameters such as power performance, signal integrity, continuity, resistance, current, and voltage to ensure system reliability.\nExecute electrical safety protocols, including insulation and Hi-Pot dielectric withstand testing.\nHelp maintain a consistent standard of hardware quality by performing repetitive reliability validation tests.\nAddress gaps in existing requirements by developing robust testing strategies that capture the original design intent.\nAssemble test setups and procure the necessary lab tooling, instrumentation, and fixtures.\nPerform systematic validation testing across multiple hardware revisions and circuit board iterations.\nAssess test data to determine if the hardware meets all established performance benchmarks.\nMaintain detailed records of test outcomes, including measurements and evidence, to support project transparency.\nPrepare validation reports and communicate findings to engineering stakeholders regularly.\nCollaborate with Electrical Engineers to diagnose design issues and recommend necessary circuit modifications.\nAssist in failure analysis by tracing observed behaviors back to the original schematics and design requirements.\nCoordinate with Systems and Firmware teams to address hardware functionality influenced by software-controlled interfaces.\nHelp maintain a safe and scalable validation environment as we expand test coverage for our Gen 2 battery systems.\nQualifications\nBachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a closely related field.\nProfessional experience in electrical hardware test, verification, or validation engineering.\nDemonstrated ability to interpret complex electrical requirements and circuit schematics.\nProven track record of developing test plans based on engineering specifications.\nSolid understanding of fundamental electrical engineering principles, including circuits, loads, and interfaces.\nPractical experience with PCBA and circuit board testing.\nProficiency with standard electrical lab equipment, including:\nOscilloscopes\nDigital multimeters\nPower supplies\nElectronic loads\nHi-Pot testers\nGeneral measurement instrumentation\nAbility to define and implement testing methodologies rather than just following existing procedures.\nStrong technical writing skills for documentation and reporting.\nAbility to troubleshoot unexpected results and clearly communicate technical findings.\nComfortable working with evolving test fixtures and prototype hardware.\nHelp maintain a high level of accuracy and methodical rigor throughout repetitive testing processes.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience in high-reliability environments such as aerospace, energy storage, power electronics, or EVs.\nExperience validating hardware against formal engineering requirements.\nExperience creating validation procedures for new or evolving hardware.\nFamiliarity with firmware-controlled hardware and electrical interfaces.\nExperience working cross-functionally with Electrical, Firmware, Systems, and Mechanical Engineering teams.\nExperience developing test fixtures or identifying custom instrumentation requirements.\nFamiliarity with automated test equipment or electronic test bench software/tools.\nExperience with hardware reliability testing and qualification.\nSuccess Metrics\n\nFirst 30 Days\n\nTake ownership of a more complex PCBA.\nLearn the schematic and understand the circuit architecture.\nReview and interpret the applicable electrical requirements.\nBegin translating requirements into a comprehensive validation plan.\nIdentify missing equipment, fixtures, or instrumentation and initiate procurement.\nDevelop an understanding of how the hardware interacts with surrounding systems.\n\nFirst 90 Days\n\nIndependently execute validation testing across assigned circuit boards.\nComplete test execution cycles typically taking 2–3 weeks, depending on board complexity.\nGenerate detailed validation reports documenting pass/fail results and supporting data.\nPresent findings to engineering teams and communicate design issues discovered during testing.\nHelp identify improvements to the test methodology and overall validation process.\nContribute toward increasing hardware test coverage for the Gen 2 battery platform.\nThe Engineering Challenge\n\nA major part of this role is taking requirements that may initially appear straightforward and determining what it actually means to prove the hardware meets them.\n\nFor example, if a requirement states that a circuit must operate at 85 volts, the engineer needs to determine:\n\nWhat is the appropriate test method?\nWhat input voltage range should be evaluated?\nShould the circuit be tested under load?\nWhat load conditions matter?\nWhat measurements need to be captured?\nWhat external factors could affect the result?\nWhat constitutes an acceptable result?\nHow should the test be repeated to demonstrate robustness?\n\nThis role is therefore not simply following a test procedure. We are looking for an engineer who can understand the electrical design and requirements, identify what needs to be proven, and develop a technically sound method for proving it.\n\nTeam & Opportunity\n\nThe company is currently expanding validation capabilities for its next-generation battery platform. There are approximately 10 circuit boards requiring validation, with only a portion of the hardware currently covered by established testing. The goal is to significantly increase test coverage while building a scalable validation organization.\n\nThis position offers an opportunity to have a direct impact on how hardware is validated before deployment, while working closely with the engineers responsible for designing the next generation of energy storage technology.","datePosted":"2026-09-21T11:03:38.763Z","dateModified":"2026-09-21T11:03:38.763Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Mach10 Solutions","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Berkeley","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"b7e60792e423a0338887a0e1"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b7e60792e423a0338887a0e1"}}