Entry-Level Hardware Engineer – Lab Testing & Prototyping

Arlo Technologies, Inc.; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Arlo Technologies, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Hardware Engineer to support product testing and prototype development within the Arlo Smart Home Device team. This role involves hands-on lab work, test execution, and maintenance of the hardware engineering lab in Carlsbad, CA.

The ideal candidate will participate in product testing, verify diverse test functions, generate clear reports, and support R&D prototype modifications. A BSEE or Associate Degree in Electronics is required. The position offers a full-time, 12-month contract with a salary range of USD75,000 to 90,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Experience performing measurements with bench-top equipment (oscilloscopes, power supplies, multimeters, power analyzers).
• Proficiency in compiling test data reports using Excel or similar tools.
• Experience with test scripting in Python.
• Ability to interpret schematics and board layout documentation during product testing.
• Comfortable with fine-pitch SMT soldering/rework and cabling.

Responsibilities

• Participate in product testing under engineering supervision.
• Verify battery charging & discharging, EMI coexistence, audio, and other tests.
• Generate clear test and data reports for engineering colleagues.
• Support R&D teams with prototype modifications.
• Maintain the Hardware Engineering Lab.

Skills

Measurements with bench-top equipment

Compiling test data reports

Test scripting in Python

Interpreting schematics and board layout documentation

Fine-pitch SMT soldering/rework

Education

BSEE or Associate Degree in Electronics

Job description

Arlo Technologies, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Hardware Engineer to support product testing and prototype development within the Arlo Smart Home Device team. This role involves hands-on lab work, test execution, and maintenance of the hardware engineering lab in Carlsbad, CA.

The ideal candidate will participate in product testing, verify diverse test functions, generate clear reports, and support R&D prototype modifications. A BSEE or Associate Degree in Electronics is required. The position offers a full-time, 12-month contract with a salary range of USD75,000 to 90,000 per year.