Hardware Test Engineer

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My name is Raj and I’m a Technical recruiter with Avanciers Inc. We are currently hiring for Product development Engineer/Hardware Test Engineer to support one of our Implementation partners based in San Jose, CA. This is a full-time, onsite role with exciting opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative, fast-paced tech environment. If this role aligns with your experience and career goals, I’d love to connect further. Please reply with your updated resume or a good time to chat.

Role :Product development Engineer/Hardware Test Engineer

Location: San Jose, CA- Swing Shift - 03:00 PM to 11:30 PM Only

Type Permanent/Full Time

Candidate is willing to work Sunday to Thursday and or other engineer Tuesday to Saturday (one weekend day they have to work)

Key Responsibilities

• Perform first-level hardware triage and troubleshooting for PCs and server platforms.

• Support hardware board bring-up, diagnostics, and test development, especially for complex systems connecting over non-uniform interfaces.

• Design and implement diagnostic tools and scripts for early hardware validation and fault isolation.

• Identify and resolve setup issues and test failures using structured troubleshooting methodologies.

• Develop and maintain test automation using Shell and Python scripting.

• Validate system-level functionality across hardware interfaces including NVLink, Infiniband, Ethernet, PCIe, USB, HDMI, I2C/SPI.

• Work with motherboards and GPU platforms in lab environments.

• Work with systems connected by various networking protcols, including Ethernet, NVLink and Infiniband

• Operate in Windows and Linux operating systems for test and debug tasks.

• Use lab test equipment for board validation and diagnostics (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers).

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support diagnostics, validation, and smooth product transitions in the NPI cycle

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• BS Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

• Hands-on experience with servers and PCs, and hardware debugging.

• Experience with High speed interface PCIe, board bring-up, and diagnostics/test development.

• Strong scripting skills in Shell and Python.

• Familiarity with Windows and Linux OS environments.

• Working knowledge of hardware protocols: Ethernet, PCIe, USB, HDMI, I2C, SPI.

• Experience with CPUs and GPUs.

• Proficient in using test equipment for diagnostics and validation.

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Experience in a high-tech or NPI environment.