Hardware Test Engineer

Alexander Technology Group; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Hardware Quality Engineer in Bedford, MA. This role focuses on ensuring the reliability of robotic systems while leading hardware quality initiatives throughout the product lifecycle. Key responsibilities include developing test plans, managing quality documentation, and performing root cause analysis. Candidates should hold an engineering degree and have a strong background in hardware testing and risk management. This position initially offers a 6-month contract with potential for permanence.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of hardware quality or reliability engineering experience.
• Hands-on experience with TestRail or similar test management tools.
• Strong background in hardware testing and structured problem-solving methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead hardware quality assurance, testing, and V&V for new and existing designs.
• Develop, manage, and execute test plans and test cases using TestRail.
• Analyze quality data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Hardware testing

Risk management (DFMEA/PFMEA)

Problem-solving methods

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an engineering discipline

Tools

TestRail

Job description

Alexander Technology is partnering with a Robotics client looking to hire a Hardware Test Engineer to join their team. This will be a 6-month contract position, with potential to convert to permanent.

No C2C Candidates will be considered.

Senior Hardware Quality Engineer | Bedford, MA

We are seeking a Senior Hardware Quality Engineer to ensure the reliability and performance of advanced robotic and automated systems. This role leads hardware quality initiatives across the product lifecycle, including testing, verification & validation, root cause analysis, and supplier quality, while partnering closely with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead hardware quality assurance, testing, and V&V for new and existing designs
• Develop, manage, and execute test plans and test cases using TestRail
• Create and maintain inspection procedures and quality documentation
• Drive root cause analysis, corrective actions, and defect resolution
• Support ECOs, design reviews, RMAs, and supplier quality activities
• Analyze quality data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an engineering discipline
• 3–5+ years of hardware quality or reliability engineering experience
• Hands‑on experience with TestRail or similar test management tools
• Strong background in hardware testing, risk management (DFMEA/PFMEA), and structured problem‑solving methods
• Experience working cross‑functionally in a matrixed engineering environment