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Hardware Validation Engineer
mercor · Japan · Posted 42d ago
Available in 4 locations
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Design and implement automated test systems for electrical and electronic hardware, integrating test instruments and developing test scripts. Requires hands-on experience in electrical testing and automation, with proficiency in Python, MATLAB, and LabVIEW. This is a fully remote contract position.
Full job description (as posted) ↓
About the job Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey . Position: Electrical Test Automation Engineer Type: Contract Compensation: $70–$85/hour Location: Remote Duration: Short-term project Role Responsibilities Design and implement automated test systems, procedures, and test sequences for electrical and electronic hardware. Integrate test instruments, data acquisition systems , and hardware interfaces to automate measurements and testing. Develop test scripts, automation frameworks , and data analysis workflows. Perform functional, performance, validation, regression, and HIL testing where applicable. Analyze test results, troubleshoot hardware and test setups, and identify root causes of failures. Review and validate test methodologies, results, and technical approaches against project requirements. Qualifications Must-Have Hands-on industry experience in electrical testing, automation, instrumentation, and hardware validation. Bachelor's , Master's , or PhD in Electrical Engineering , Electronics , Instrumentation , Mechatronics , or a related field. Experience developing or executing automated electrical test systems and working with laboratory instrumentation. Proficiency in Python , MATLAB , LabVIEW , C/C++ , or equivalent. Experience with test automation, data acquisition , and instrument-control protocols such as SCPI , GPIB , USB , Ethernet , CAN , or RS-232/485 . Ability to interpret electrical schematics, test specifications, and technical documentation. Preferred Experience with ATE , automated test benches, custom test fixtures, NI hardware , LabVIEW/TestStand , PXI/PXIe , or DAQ systems . Experience with HIL/SIL , automated regression testing, or Python-based test automation . Experience testing power electronics, batteries, EVs, motors, embedded systems, or other complex electrical hardware. Experience with high-voltage or safety-critical systems is a plus. Resources & Support For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: For any help or support, reach out to: PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. Originally posted on Himalayas
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This Hardware Validation Engineer position is listed as remote (Japan).
What is the salary for the Hardware Validation Engineer role at mercor?+
The listing states USD 70-85/hourly.
What seniority level is this Hardware Validation Engineer role?+
This is a senior level position.
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