Hardware QA Engineer

Job ID: 113387
Location: San Jose, CA  [On-Site]
Category: Infrastructure
Employment Type: Contract
Date Added: 08/25/2026

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Role Summary
This role involves testing and validating electro-mechanical and telecom products through thermal and acoustic assessments. The candidate will be responsible for setting up prototypes and conducting specialized testing to ensure product performance and compliance. This position requires hands-on experience with hardware testing procedures, focusing on thermal management and acoustic evaluation, within a strict technical environment.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct thermal validation testing on electromechanical and telecom products to evaluate performance parameters.
  • Set up prototypes for thermal and acoustic testing, including thermocouple installation, wind tunnel operations, and sample preparation.
  • Operate and maintain testing equipment, ensuring accurate and reliable test results.
  • Document testing procedures, outcomes, and technical reports using Microsoft tools.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to develop testing protocols aligned with industry standards.
  • Analyze test data to identify thermal management issues and recommend corrective actions.
  • Maintain test environment integrity and ensure compliance with safety standards.
  • Support product development teams in troubleshooting and resolving thermal performance issues.
  • Assist in verification and validation activities for telecom and networking hardware.
  • Ensure testing processes adhere to relevant industry standards, such as GR and NEBS.

Qualifications

  • Proven laboratory testing experience with electro-mechanical and telecom products.
  • Specific experience as a Thermal Validation Engineer for electromechanical hardware.
  • Hands-on expertise in setting up prototypes for thermal and acoustic testing.
  • Experience with thermocouple installation and wind tunnel testing.
  • Knowledge of telecom test standards, including GR and NEBS, is a plus.
  • Hardware engineering background combined with strong communication skills.
  • Ability to work on-site at the designated location.
  • Available for a full-year assignment with no travel requirements.
  • Proficiency in using Microsoft Office tools for reporting and documentation.
  • In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.

Publishing Pay Range: $37.00 – $40.00 Hourly

This position is based in office and requires employee to work on-site.