Hardware Engineer 3 - Electrical Validation & Testing

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company in; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 214,000; Full time

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Hardware Engineer 3 for Electrical Validation & Testing within the New Product Introduction team. You will collaborate with hardware design, ODM partners, software and manufacturing to define and execute robust test strategies for next-generation networking products, ensuring quality before production releases.

The role emphasizes EDVT, bring-up, debugging, and bench-level repair of engineering prototypes, with strong focus on high-speed

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience testing networking products and L2/L3 protocols.
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills in hardware validation environments.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in NPI/test environments.

Responsibilities

• Partner with cross-functional teams to define and execute product test strategies.
• Develop and implement system- and board-level test plans for new hardware platforms.
• Design and set up complex test environments, including stress and worst-case testing.
• Execute EDVT, document results, and debug issues to resolution.
• Perform bring-up, debugging, and bench-level repair of engineering prototypes.
• Identify and evaluate test equipment and architectures for new product validation.
• Support HALT at external labs as needed.
• Collaborate with ODM partners to review test strategies and results.
• Communicate test progress, risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement of test processes, tools, and best practices.
• Evaluate technical readiness and ensure zero design defects prior to manufacturing release.

Skills

Networking testing

L2/L3 protocols

Debugging hardware

Education

MSEE/CS with 3-5 years or BSEE/CS with 5-7+ years

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Hardware Engineer 3 - Electrical Validation & Testing (Finance)

This role has been designed as ''Onsite' with an expectation that you will primarily work from an HPE office.

Who We Are:

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today's complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what's next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated Hardware Engineer to join our New Product Introduction (NPI) team. In this role, you will collaborate closely with hardware design, ODM partners, software, and manufacturing teams to define and execute test strategies for next-generation networking products. You will play a critical role in ensuring products meet high quality standards and are ready for successful production release.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with cross-functional teams (hardware, software, ODM, manufacturing) to define and execute product test strategies
• Develop and implement system- and board-level test plans for new hardware platforms
• Design and set up complex test environments, including stress and worst-case scenario testing
• Execute EDVT (Engineering Design Verification Testing), document results, and debug issues to resolution
• Perform bring-up, debugging, and bench-level repair of engineering prototypes
• Identify and evaluate test equipment and architectures required for new product validation
• Support HALT (Highly Accelerated Life Testing) at external labs as needed
• Collaborate with ODM partners to review and approve test strategies, plans, and results
• Communicate test progress, risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders at all levels
• Drive continuous improvement of test processes, tools, and best practices
• Evaluate technical readiness and ensure zero design defects prior to manufacturing release

Basic Qualifications

• MSEE/CS with 3-5 years of experience, or BSEE/CS with 5-7+ years of experience
• Hands-on experience testing networking products and L2/L3 protocols
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills in hardware validation environments

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in high-speed L2/L3 switching and router hardware validation testing
• CCNA, CCNP or similar certification
• Proven experience as a technical lead or subject matter expert in hardware validation

What We Can Offer You:

Health & Wellbeing

We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.

Personal & Professional Development

We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have - whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.

Unconditional Inclusion

We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.

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Job:
Engineering
Job Level:
TCP_03

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- United States of America: Annual Salary USD 105,500 - 213,500 in California
The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered.\"

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