Hardware Testing and Manufacturing Engineer

Google Inc.; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 144,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

Google Inc. is seeking a Hardware Testing and Manufacturing Engineer in Mountain View, CA. You will develop and optimize mechanical test fixtures and processes, contributing to the innovation behind products loved by millions.

The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of experience in mechanical test engineering and a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering. The role involves collaborating with product design teams, driving automation strategies, and ensuring manufacturability.

This position offers a competitive salary range of $144,000 to $209,000 USD plus bonuses and equity.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in mechanical test engineering for consumer hardware.
• Experience with design validation, Design of Experiments (DOE), and failure analysis investigation.
• Experience in mechanical design principles, fixture design, and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Drive the technical execution of mechanical manufacturing test and automation strategies.
• Oversee the design and validation of mechanical test fixtures from concept to mass production.
• Analyze test data to identify trends and implement root-cause corrective actions.

Skills

Mechanical test engineering

Test fixture design

Factory automation

Design validation

3D CAD modeling tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field

Tools

NX

SolidWorks

Product Data Management (PDM) systems

Job description

Hardware Testing and Manufacturing Engineer

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Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience in mechanical test engineering for consumer hardware.
• Experience with test fixture design, assembly, development, system bring-up, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with factory automation, ongoing system monitoring, and predictive maintenance.
• Experience with design validation, Design of Experiments (DOE), and failure analysis investigation.
• Experience with 3D CAD modeling tools such as NX and SolidWorks.

Preferred qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with mechanical tests such as force testing, water leak tests, and durability and life‑cycle testing.
• Experience in high‑volume consumer electronics manufacturing with smartphones or similar devices.
• Experience in mechanical design principles, fixture design, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience working with Product Data Management (PDM) systems such as Agile.
• Knowledge of DFM principles and a track record of providing effective feedback on product design.

About the job

Be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct‑to‑consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.

As a Hardware Testing and Manufacturing Engineer, you will join the global operations organization working on factory testing and automation for Google’s first‑party consumer hardware products. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing mechanical manufacturing test fixtures and processes. Your expertise in hardware testing, manufacturing and mechanical engineering will be essential as you review product designs for manufacturability, provide valuable feedback to product design teams, and drive the development of innovative test solutions for features like water resistance, button functionality, and other critical metrics. You will rely on your knowledge and experience with Computer‑Aided Design (CAD), test equipment, electro‑mechanical systems, and fabrication methods to provide solutions to engineering problems, including fixture design, automation, operation, and troubleshooting of factory test systems.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $144000 - $209000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits.

• Drive the technical execution of mechanical manufacturing test and automation strategies.
• Oversee the design and validation of mechanical test fixtures from concept to mass production.
• Collaborate with product design teams to provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) feedback and improve manufacturability.
• Develop new mechanical test methods to address product changes and quality requirements.
• Analyze test data to identify trends and implement root‑cause corrective actions.

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