MDVT Engineer

Hewlett Packard Enterprise; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is seeking a highly motivated MDVT Engineer to support product validation and reliability testing for new product introductions (NPI).

The MDVT Engineer will work cross‑functionally with Hardware, Mechanical, EMC, Thermal, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program Management teams to execute comprehensive design verification testing and ensure products meet performance, reliability, regulatory, and customer requirements before production release.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years hardware validation, system testing, or MDVT engineering.
• Experience with NPI development and product qualification processes.
• Strong understanding of electronic systems and lab instrumentation.
• Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, power supplies, DMMs, signal generators, and environmental chambers.
• Familiarity with NEBS GR-63, GR-3160, IEC/EN standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute MDVT test activities for new product development programs.
• Develop and review MDVT test plans, procedures, and reports.
• Perform system-level validation testing including functional, environmental, thermal, reliability and stress testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify root causes and drive corrective actions for failures.
• Support debugging and failure analysis during development and qualification phases.
• Track and communicate MDVT schedules, risks, issues, and status updates to stakeholders.
• Ensure test coverage aligns with customer, regulatory, and product requirements.
• Maintain accurate test documentation, logs, and engineering reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Power supplies

DMMs

Signal generators

Environmental chambers

Job description

MDVT Engineer

This role has been designed as Onsite with an expectation that you will primarily work from an HPE office.

Who We Are:

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge‑to‑cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.

Position Title: MDVT Engineer (Manufacturing Design Verification Test Engineer)

Location – Onsite

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated MDVT Engineer to support product validation and reliability testing for new product introductions (NPI). The MDVT Engineer will work cross‑functionally with Hardware, Mechanical, EMC, Thermal, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program Management teams to execute comprehensive design verification testing and ensure products meet performance, reliability, regulatory, and customer requirements before production release. This role requires strong technical troubleshooting skills, hands‑on lab experience, and the ability to manage multiple test activities in a fast‑paced development environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute MDVT test activities for new product development programs.
• Develop and review MDVT test plans, procedures, and reports based on product requirements and industry standards.
• Perform system‑level validation testing including: Functional testing Environmental testing Thermal testing Reliability and stress testing
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to identify root causes and drive corrective actions for failures.
• Support debugging and failure analysis activities during product development and qualification phases.
• Track and communicate MDVT schedules, risks, issues, and status updates to stakeholders and program teams.
• Ensure test coverage aligns with customer, regulatory, and product requirements.
• Maintain accurate test documentation, logs, and engineering reports.
• Support manufacturing readiness and product release milestones.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for test methodologies, automation, and lab processes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in hardware validation, system testing, or MDVT engineering.
• Experience with NPI development and product qualification processes.
• Strong understanding of electronic systems, lab instrumentation, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Hands‑on experience using oscilloscopes, power supplies, DMMs, signal generators, and environmental chambers.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as: NEBS GR-63 GR-3160 IEC/EN standards
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting telecom, networking, datacenter, or industrial products.
• Knowledge of automation scripting using Python, LabVIEW, or similar tools.
• Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, Agile development, or PLM systems.
• Experience working with external test labs and certification agencies.

Accessibility

HPE is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. If you believe you require accommodation during any stage of the application or interview process, please submit your request by completing our secure form linked here. Note: This option is reserved for applicants needing assistance/reasonable accommodation related to a disability.

What We Can Offer You

Health & Wellbeing

We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.

Personal & Professional Development

We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have – whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.

Unconditional Inclusion

We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. Let’s Stay Connected: Follow @HPECareers on Instagram to see the latest on people, culture and tech at HPE.

Salary

The expected salary/wage range for this position is provided below. Actual offer may vary from this range based upon geographic location, work experience, education/training, and/or skill level. – United States of America: Annual Salary USD 84,200 - 170,300 in California The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered.

Information about employee benefits offered in the US can be found at https://myhperewards.com/main/new-hire-enrollment.html

Equal Employment Opportunity

HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions we make are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Our goal is to be one global team that is representative of our customers, in an inclusive environment where we can continue to innovate and grow together.

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Accessibility

HPE is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. If you believe you require accommodation during any stage of the application or interview process, please submit your request by completing our secure form linked here. Note: This option is reserved for applicants needing assistance/reasonable accommodation related to a disability.

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Business Conduct

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Technology innovation that fosters business transformation. We Are In the Acceleration Business We help customers use technology to slash the time it takes to turn ideas into value. In turn, they transform industries, markets and lives. Some of our customers run traditional IT environments. Most are transitioning to a secure, cloud‑enabled, mobile‑friendly infrastructure. Many rely on a combination of both. Wherever they are in that journey, we provide the technology and solutions to help them succeed. Standards of Business Conduct (SBC) The Hewlett Packard Enterprise Standards of Business Conduct (SBC) embody the fundamental principles that govern our ethical and legal obligations to Hewlett Packard Enterprise. They pertain not only to our conduct within the company but also to conduct involving our customers, channel partners, suppliers and competitors. Read more about how we win the right way.