Hardware Validation Engineer

Mashgin

. Support validation and qualification of custom hardware platforms and checkout systems .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeSan Jose • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $100,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in hardware validation and testing, including the ability to develop automation scripts in Python and utilize common lab equipment. Proficient in troubleshooting hardware integration issues and documenting validation processes.

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Hardware ValidationTest EngineeringPython ScriptingTroubleshooting SkillsDocumentation Skills

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Hard Skills

Hardware ValidationTest EngineeringPython ScriptingTroubleshooting Electrical HardwareReading DatasheetsTesting ProceduresAutomated Hardware TestingReliability TestingSystem IntegrationLifecycle Testing

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsDocumentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

OscilloscopeMultimeterPower SupplyLogic AnalyzerWindowsLinux

Industry Keywords

Electrical EngineeringComputer EngineeringHardware InterfacesEmbedded SystemsThermal TestingStress TestingBurn-In TestingUSB CommunicationEthernetWi-Fi

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support validation and qualification of custom hardware platforms and checkout systems
Work closely with senior engineers to execute validation plans
Build and automate test setups
Troubleshoot hardware and hardware/software integration issues
Execute functional, performance, stress, thermal, and reliability validation tests
Develop Python or similar scripts for test automation, data collection, and hardware communication
Use oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and logic analyzers
Review datasheets, specifications, and schematics to understand test requirements
Reproduce failures, collect data, and support root-cause analysis
Test new hardware revisions, supplier samples, and component changes
Document test procedures, results, failures, and validation reports
Maintain hardware configuration and validation records
Support prototype builds, pilot builds, and field testing as needed
Collaborate with hardware, software, manufacturing, suppliers, and other engineering teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
A minimum of 2 years of experience in hardware validation, test engineering, or related work; relevant internship or project experience is welcome
Hands-on experience testing and troubleshooting electrical or computer hardware
Ability to read datasheets, technical specifications, and basic schematics
Experience with common lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and multimeters
Basic programming or scripting experience, preferably Python
Comfortable working with Windows and/or Linux
Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
Experience with hardware validation, reliability, manufacturing test, or system integration
Familiarity with USB, serial communication, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and other hardware interfaces
Experience with thermal, stress, burn-in, or lifecycle testing
Familiarity with cameras, embedded systems, PC hardware, or other peripherals
Experience with automated hardware testing or test fixtures