Hardware Test Engineer

Applied Intuition Inc.; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Hardware Test Engineer, where you'll validate cutting-edge automotive PCB designs and enhance lab workflows. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with industry leaders on next-generation hardware solutions. You'll engage in hands-on testing, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the development of innovative technologies that shape the future of intelligent vehicles. If you're passionate about hands-on validation and want to make a significant impact in the automotive industry, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance

401k with employer match

Learning and wellness stipends

Paid time off

Equity options

Qualifications

• 1-6 years of experience in board-level testing and validation.
• Experience with automotive OEM testing protocols.
• Strong skills in documentation and communication.

Responsibilities

• Execute and improve validation test plans for automotive PCBs.
• Automate lab equipment and test routines using Python.
• Collaborate with teams for board bring-up and root cause analysis.

Skills

Board-level testing

Test automation (Python)

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

MS in Computer Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscope

Logic analyzer

Power meters

DAQ

Job description

Mountain View, California, United States

About Applied Intuition

Applied Intuition is the vehicle intelligence company that accelerates the global adoption of safe, AI-driven machines. Founded in 2017, Applied Intuition delivers the ADAS/AD toolchain, Vehicle OS, and autonomy stack to help customers build intelligent systems, create next-generation experiences, and shorten time to market. 18 of the top 20 global automakers trust Applied Intuition’s solutions to drive the production of modern vehicles. Applied Intuition serves the automotive, trucking, construction, mining, agriculture, and defense industries and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA, with offices in San Diego, CA, Ft. Walton Beach, FL, Ann Arbor and Detroit, MI, Washington, D.C., Stuttgart, Munich, Stockholm, Seoul, and Tokyo. Learn more at appliedintuition.com .

We are an in-office company, and our expectation is that employees primarily work from their Applied Intuition office 5 days a week. However, we also recognize the importance of flexibility and trust our employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work, starting the day with morning meetings from home before heading to the office, or leaving earlier when needed to accommodate family commitments. (Note: For EpiSci job openings, fully remote work will be considered by exception.)

About the role

We're looking for a Hardware Test Engineer to join our Compute Hardware team. You’ll help validate our automotive-grade PCB designs by performing board-level testing, automating lab workflows, and supporting early prototype hardware characterization. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for hands-on validation, strong lab skills, and experience with automotive OEM testing protocols.

• Motivation: A lot of learning opportunities since we design and test next generation boards/hardware solutions for future Porsche car lines and other customers using the latest processors from leading semiconductor companies - we’re architecting the first generation closely with Porsche teams with high impact and visibility.
• Ownership: We’re a small and nimble hardware team with a pretty large scope so every EE will own a significant project and also have the opportunity to learn and contribute to other projects in our team.
• Technical areas: We build infotainment, adas, and controller units for software-defined vehicles. A technical step to enable an industry-wide transition.

At Applied Intuition, you will:

• Execute and improve validation test plans for custom automotive PCBs
• Characterize board performance using lab equipment (oscilloscope, 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

We're looking for someone who has:

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
• 1–6 years of hands-on experience in board-level testing and validation
• Experience working in a lab setting with test equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power meters, etc.)
• Experience with test automation (Python, LabView, or similar)
• Familiarity with automotive or consumer electronics validation flows
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Prior exposure to automotive OEM or Tier 1 supplier test protocols
• Experience reading schematics and debugging at component level

Nice to have:

• Experience working at automotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, or robotics/consumer electronics companies
• Familiarity with CAN, LIN, or automotive Ethernet tools
• Prior experience with PCB DFM/DFT feedback and layout review

Compensation at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits. Base salary is a single component of the total compensation package, which may also include equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment.

Applied Intuition pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum intended target base salary for new hire salaries for the position. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, interview performance, and the level and scope of the position.

Please reference the job posting’s subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the location listed is: $140,000 to $220,000 USD annually.

Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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