Hands-on Automotive PCB Validation Engineer

Applied Intuition; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Intuition, Inc. is seeking a Hardware Test Engineer to join the Compute Hardware team in Sunnyvale, CA. You will validate automotive-grade PCB designs, perform board-level testing, automate lab workflows, and support early prototype hardware characterization.

You will work hands-on in a lab, own significant projects, and have opportunities to contribute to other hardware initiatives across industries. Strong Python skills and familiarity with OEM testing protocols are essential.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering or equivalent degree.
• 2–6 years hands-on experience in board-level testing and validation.
• Comfortable working in a lab with test equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power meters).
• Familiar with thermal, structural, and electrical stress testing.
• Experience with test automation (Python, LabView, or similar).
• Familiarity with vehicle or consumer electronics validation flows.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Prior exposure to automotive/agriculture/construction/defense OEM or Tier 1 supplier test protocols.

Responsibilities

• Execute and improve validation test plans for custom automotive PCBs.
• Characterize board performance using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, power supply, electronic loads, DAQ, etc.).
• Automate lab equipment and test routines using Python or similar scripting languages.
• Analyze and document results in clear, concise reports for internal teams and external customers.
• Collaborate with electrical design, system integration, and software teams to support board bring‑up and root cause analysis.
• Interpret and follow OEM test protocols (e.g., LV124, ISO 16750, CISPR, etc.).
• Maintain lab setups and improve test efficiency with reusable infrastructure.

Skills

Board-level testing

Lab validation

Test automation

Python scripting

Schematic reading

Technical documentation

Education

BS/MS in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscope

Logic analyzers

Power meters

DAQ systems

Job description

Applied Intuition, Inc. is seeking a Hardware Test Engineer to join the Compute Hardware team in Sunnyvale, CA. You will validate automotive-grade PCB designs, perform board-level testing, automate lab workflows, and support early prototype hardware characterization.

You will work hands-on in a lab, own significant projects, and have opportunities to contribute to other hardware initiatives across industries. Strong Python skills and familiarity with OEM testing protocols are essential.