Hardware Test Engineer ll

Aurora; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in self-driving technology is seeking a Hardware Test Engineer ll to tackle complex problems in mobility and logistics. The role involves hands-on testing and validation of electronic components, collaborating with engineering teams, and ensuring high standards of quality in product development.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in testing and analyzing electrical systems.
• IPC-A-610 certification for electronics assembly.

Responsibilities

• Perform rework on small-footprint electronic components.
• Collaborate with design engineering teams to create validation test plans.
• Investigate failure root causes and contribute to product improvements.

Skills

Electrical Engineering Fundamentals

Linux Environment

Education

Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology

Diploma in Electronics

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum Analyzers

BGA Rework Station

Job description

Who we are

Aurora’s mission is to deliver the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly.

The Aurora Driverwill create a new era in mobility and logistics, one that will bring a safer, more efficient, and more accessible future to everyone.

At Aurora, you will tackle massively complex problems alongside other passionate, intelligent individuals, growing as an expert while expanding your knowledge. For the latest news from Aurora, visitaurora.techor follow us onLinkedIn.

Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We’re searching for a Hardware Test Engineer ll.

In this role, you will

• Perform rework on small-footprint electronic components under a microscope, and operate a BGA rework station to solder large BGA ICs
• Assemble, wire, crimp, and solder electrical panels, circuit boards, and test setups.
• Conduct inspections, diagnostics, and troubleshooting of electronic components and PCBAs.
• Collaborate with Aurora’s hardware and embedded software design engineering teams to create validation test plans, procedures, and reports.
• Plan, evaluate, and procure the required test equipment for lab validation work.
• Perform electrical, functional, and characterization measurements at the component, board, and system levels.
• Maintain lab test equipment, manage inventory, and assist with calibration tasks.
• Read and interpret harness drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical schematics
• Investigate failure root causes and contribute to product improvements.
• Support the hardware design team with board bring-up, experiments, evaluations, and measurements.
• Set up test racks and networking infrastructure on Linux-based operating systems.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in testing, measuring, and analyzing electrical systems.
• IPC-A-610 certification for electronics assembly acceptance standards.
• Experience with lab test and measurement equipment, including oscilloscopes, electronic loads, VNAs, TDRs, and spectrum analyzers.
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals.
• Experience working in a Linux environment.
• Ability to set up test stations with network configurations.

Desirable Qualifications

• Familiar with EE design tools, such as schematic capture and layout.
• Experience on ISO16750-2 testing
• Experience on Lidar HW design and/or testing

The base salary range for this position is $104,000-$167,000 [per year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

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