Hardware Test & Validation Engineer

Job Title: Hardware Test & Validation Engineer Location: On-site (Pune) Reporting to: Engineering Manager Platform Proficiency: Jira, Schematic and Gerber Viewers (PDF/EasyEDA/Altium) Professional Objectives As a Hardware Test & Validation Engineer, you will serve as the critical link between initial R&D prototypes and the final production-ready device. Your primary focus is to ensure the hardware's integrity through rigorous component validation and functional testing. We are looking for an engineer who approaches hardware with a methodical mindset—someone who can bridge the gap between complex circuitry and stable, high-volume manufacturing. Core Responsibilities Validation & Bench Testing: Lead the component-level validation and full-system hardware checks. Utilize oscilloscopes and multimeters to analyze voltage graphs and verify signal integrity at critical checkpoints. Troubleshooting & Debugging: Isolate hardware bugs and identify root causes. You will collaborate closely with the HW/FW development teams to resolve issues within project timelines. SOP & Documentation: Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the production to follow. You will be responsible for maintaining precise test logs and validation reports. Rework & Prototyping: Perform precision soldering for board modifications, component swaps, or adding test points during the R&D phase. Process Optimization: Proactively suggest and implement ways to automate repetitive testing tasks to increase our validation efficiency. Technical Knowledge & Circuitry We expect a functional understanding of the following circuit blocks and interfaces: Power & Control: DC-DC power supplies, battery chargers, level shifters, Op-Amps, Comparators, MOSFETs, and Transistors. Modules: Integration of MCUs, GSM, and GNSS modules. Interboard Communication: Essential knowledge of UART, I2C, and SPI protocols. Industrial Interfaces: Familiarity with CAN, RS-485, RS-232, and K-Line is highly valued. Schematic Literacy: Proficiency in navigating schematics via PDF or design tools like EasyEDA, Altium, or KiCad. Candidate Profile Experience: 1 to 3 years of hands-on experience in hardware testing, validation, or R&D environments. Educational Background: Degree in Electronics Engineering or a related technical field. Technical Mindset: A system-level thinker with a deep curiosity for how firmware interacts with hardware circuitry. Analytical Resilience: Disciplined enough to maintain absolute precision during repetitive R&D testing cycles and high-pressure timelines. Strategic Partner: A collaborative problem-solver who contributes smart ideas to automate and improve the internal testing flow.