Hardware Test Engineer

Celestica; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica in Richardson, TX seeks a Lead Engineer, Hardware Test to join our hardware validation team. You’ll bridge design and production, ensuring robustness and compliance while executing complex test plans and analyzing signal performance.

You will work with senior engineers, validate PCBs, and help root-cause issues in a fast-paced environment. Strong lab skills and communication are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related field with lab experience.
• Hands-on lab experience with standard test equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret complex schematics and PCB layouts.
• Soldering for rework and attaching test probes.

Responsibilities

• Perform board bring-up and validation of new PCB assemblies.
• Conduct signal integrity testing on high-speed interfaces.
• Characterize power supplies and sequencing; measure efficiency.
• Document results, identify failures, and root-cause hardware issues.
• Collaborate with design team to implement fixes and improvements.

Skills

Lab equipment

Signal Integrity knowledge

Scripting in terminal

Analytical mindset

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

DMMs

Programmable Power Supplies

Electronic Loads

Spectrum Analyzers

VNAs

Job description

Work with some of the brightest minds in the industry to solve technical challenges with our customers. Our global team of more than 3,000 engineers works across electrical, mechanical, software, design disciplines and many more. Leading brands in enterprise computing, wired and wireless communications, industrial, mechanical, aerospace and consumer markets partner with us to build their products. We help them manage the full product lifecycle – from concept and design through manufacturing, delivery and aftermarket support. Which means you’ll have unlimited opportunities to work with new technologies across different industries, and grow your career in any direction you choose

Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Lead Engineer, Hardware Test to join our hardware validation team. In this role, you will be the bridge between design and production, ensuring our hardware is robust, compliant, and ready for the real world. You’ll work closely with senior engineers to execute complex test plans, debug hardware prototypes, and analyze signal performance.

Detailed Description

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Board Bring-Up & Validation: Assist in the initial power-on and functional verification of new PCB assemblies (PCBAs).
• Signal Integrity (SI) Testing: Conduct physical layer measurements (jitter, crosstalk, eye diagrams) on high-speed interfaces like PCIe, USB, and DDR.
• Power Testing: Perform DC-DC converter characterization, including efficiency measurements, load transients, and power sequencing validation.
• Electrical Characterization: Utilize lab equipment to verify electrical specifications and ensure designs meet internal and industry standards.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Document test results, identify failures, and work with the design team to root-cause hardware bugs.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Education: BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Hands-on Lab Experience: Proficiency with standard test equipment, including:
• Digital Oscilloscopes (high bandwidth)
• Digital Multimeters (DMMs)
• Programmable Power Supplies and Electronic Loads
• Scripting experience in a terminal environment
• Spectrum Analyzers or VNAs (a plus)
• Technical Knowledge: Foundational understanding of Signal Integrity concepts (impedance matching, reflections, transmission line theory).
• Ability to read and interpret complexschematics and PCB layouts.
• Basic soldering skills for rework and attaching test probes.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical mindset, proactive problem-solving, and the ability to communicate technical findings clearly.

Typical Experience

• 3+ years of experience in similar job roles

Typical Education

Bachelor degree or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Educational Requirements may vary by Geography

The salary range described in this posting is an estimate by the Celestica, and may change based on several factors, including by not limited to a change in the duties covered by the job posting, or the credentials, experience or geographic jurisdiction of the successful candidate.