Automotive Radar Hardware Test Engineer

Magna-International-6df39721; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Electronics in Lowell, MA, is seeking a Hardware Test Engineer to develop automated test routines for radar sensors used in automotive applications. The role focuses on system-level troubleshooting and test data analysis, with C and C++ programming desirable.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in CS or EE and have 4–8+ years in automated test development within automotive/electronics, plus proficiency in Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB, C, and C++.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field (BSCS, BSEE, or equivalent).
• 4 to 8+ years of hands-on experience in automated test development within the automotive or electronics industry.
• Proficiency in Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB, C, and C++.
• Experience working with radar target simulators (RTS), spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, CAN interfaces, signal/waveform generators, temperature controllers, solid-state relays, and power supplies.
• Strong troubleshooting skills at system and hardware levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop automated test workflows for configuration, measurement, and data acquisition of radar sensors.
• Interface test software with sensors and test equipment via CAN, LAN, USB, GPIB, and RS-232 protocols.
• Analyze test data, generate reports, and document findings.
• Collaborate with Systems, Hardware, and Software teams to define and document test requirements and procedures.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of the test software development process.
• Manage configuration control and versioning of test software releases.
• Execute testing activities in accordance with company processes and quality standards.

Skills

Python

LabVIEW

MATLAB

C

C++

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

CAN interfaces

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Radar target simulators (RTS)

Job description

Magna Electronics in Lowell, MA, is seeking a Hardware Test Engineer to develop automated test routines for radar sensors used in automotive applications. The role focuses on system-level troubleshooting and test data analysis, with C and C++ programming desirable.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in CS or EE and have 4–8+ years in automated test development within automotive/electronics, plus proficiency in Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB, C, and C++.