Hardware Test Engineer

Would you like to work for the world leader in characterizing porous materials? We develop and manufacture instruments for various applications, including batteries, catalysis, carbons, MOFs, pharmaceuticals, building materials, and ceramics. Are you interested to find out how our instruments can help today’s research to discover tomorrow’s innovations? Do you like to travel, to visit universities and Fortune 500 companies all around the world? Perhaps you are more interested in installing, calibrating, and building instruments? Join our team!

The Hardware Test Engineer plays a key role in the Research & Development team, supporting rapid validation and sustaining of precision analytical instruments. This position involves:

Roles and Responsibilities

The Hardware Test Engineer works closely with design, manufacturing, quality, and service teams to ensure both new and existing instruments meet performance and reliability goals. Key duties include:

Education and Experience

The Hardware Test Engineer typically needs a combination of education, training, certifications and skills. This role requires the following:

Responsibilities

Executing development and prototype hardware tests (mechanical and electrical) under real-world conditions, including troubleshooting; Analyzing test data to identify performance trends and recommend improvements; Developing and coding firmware for automated test sequences; Assembling mechanical and electrical test fixtures from parts, tools, and pre-made components; Transferring prototypes into early production runs and supporting production ramp; Conducting quality inspections and First Article Inspections (FAI) to verify design conformance; Providing sustaining support for existing products, troubleshooting issues, and implementing corrective actions; Assemble and integrate prototype hardware into complete instrument assemblies for testing and evaluation.; Plan and execute development and prototype hardware tests (mechanical and electrical) under real-world conditions.; Record and analyze test data, identify trends, and recommend improvements.; Build and assemble mechanical and electrical test fixtures from parts, tools, and pre-made components to support testing needs.; Write or adapt simple test automation scripts in C, Python, or LabView.; Work with designers to develop fixture concepts, assist in fixture assembly.; Troubleshoot test failures or equipment issues, identifying root causes and working with engineering teams to resolve them.; Collaborate with manufacturing to transition prototypes into pilot production, establish test plans, and set go/no-go criteria.; Perform dimensional, visual, and functional inspections, including First Article Inspections (FAI) with guidance as needed.; Assist with troubleshooting field-returned units and contribute to corrective actions for existing products.; Identify opportunities to improve test processes, reduce cycle times, and enhance data accuracy.; Develop fixture improvement plans, and optimize automation and sustaining workflows.; May be required to travel domestically or internationally (< 5%).; All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

AA in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related Engineering discipline (or equivalent technical training).; 0–3 years of hands-on experience in hardware testing, prototype development, or sustaining engineering.; Experience operating, testing, and troubleshooting integrated electromechanical equipment.; Proficient in building mechanical structures, wiring electronics, and creating simple software scripts.; Familiarity with a range of test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, environmental chambers, power supplies, and data acquisition systems.; Ability to collect, analyze, and document test data, and produce clear, concise reports.; Understanding of basic quality inspection methods, CMM is a plus.; Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Nice to have

Experience with data analysis tools (MATLAB, Python/Pandas, Excel).; Knowledge of production-test fixtures or high-volume testing practices.; Background in precision instrumentation or industrial automation.