Hardware Test Engineer

Description The Hardware Test Engineer is responsible for planning, developing, executing, and automating test strategies to verify and validate electronic hardware designs. This role works closely with hardware design, firmware, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure products meet functional, performance, reliability, and regulatory requirements throughout the product lifecycle—from prototype through production release.

Key Responsibilities :

Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for electronic hardware, including PCB assemblies, subsystems, and complete products Design, build, and maintain hardware test setups, fixtures, and test equipment Perform functional, electrical, performance, stress, and environmental testing Debug and troubleshoot hardware failures at the component, board, and system levels Collaborate with hardware design engineers to review schematics, layouts, and design changes from a testability and reliability perspective Develop automated test scripts and tools to improve test coverage, repeatability, and efficiency Document test procedures, results, failure analysis, and corrective actions Support design verification (DVT), production validation (PVT), and manufacturing bring-up activities Assist with regulatory, safety, and compliance testing (e.g., EMC/EMI, ESD, thermal, safety) Provide feedback and recommendations to improve design robustness, manufacturability, and testability.

Skills & QualificationsRequired Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field 3+ years of experience testing electronic hardware (experience level may be adjusted)
• Strong understanding of analog and digital circuits, power systems, and embedded hardware
• Proficiency with common lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies, signal generators, DMMs)
• Experience reading and interpreting schematics, PCB layouts, and datasheets
• Hands-on experience with hardware debugging and root-cause analysis
• Strong technical documentation and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications :

• Experience with test automation using Python, Shell/Command-line scripting, or similar tools
• Familiarity with embedded systems, firmware interaction, and communication protocols (I²C, SPI, UART, USB, Ethernet, etc.)
• Experience with manufacturing test development and production support
• Knowledge of reliability testing, environmental testing, and failure analysis methods (fmea)

ON SITE CONTRACT

(W2) Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Weston, FL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $65.00

• $85.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Weston,FL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 2, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.