Hardware Test Engineer

Join our team as a proactive and detail-oriented Hardware Test Engineer, responsible for supporting the manufacturing and testing of cutting-edge products. In this hands-on role, you will be involved in the setup, testing, and troubleshooting of hardware components, extending to the subsystem level. This position requires robust electronics knowledge and the flexibility to work in various settings, including labs, testing facilities, and field locations.

Waymo, a leader in autonomous driving technology, is driven by the vision of becoming the most trusted driver worldwide. Originating from the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, our focus has been on developing the Waymo Driver—The World's Most Experienced Driver™. Our mission is to enhance mobility access while significantly reducing traffic-related fatalities. The Waymo Driver powers our fully autonomous ride-hailing service, with over ten million rider-only trips made possible through extensive experience gained from driving more than 100 million miles on public roads and tens of billions of miles in simulation across 15+ U.S. states.Our Hardware Engineering team comprises a diverse and collaborative group of professionals, including electrical, mechanical, reliability, software, and vehicle engineers. Together, we design the critical components that serve as the sensory foundation of Waymo's autonomous driving technology, seamlessly integrating them into various vehicle platforms.

Who We AreGatik AI, Inc. is at the forefront of transforming middle-mile logistics through our cutting-edge autonomous transportation-as-a-service (ATaaS) solution. We prioritize safety and reliability, ensuring consistent deliveries while effectively reducing traffic congestion. Our focus lies in short-haul B2B logistics for Fortune 500 retailers, exemplified by our groundbreaking launch in 2021 of the world’s first fully driverless commercial transportation service in collaboration with Walmart. Our Class 3-7 autonomous trucks are actively deployed in major markets including Texas, Arkansas, and Ontario, Canada, contributing significantly to innovation in freight transportation.Our proprietary Level 4 autonomous technology, Gatik Carrier™, is meticulously engineered to transport freight securely and efficiently between pickup and drop-off locations in the middle mile. Equipped to operate seamlessly in both highway and urban environments, Gatik Carrier™ integrates advanced software and hardware, providing a comprehensive solution that enhances our customers' logistics operations.About the RoleWe are seeking a Senior Hardware Test and Validation Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing vehicle and hardware test plans aimed at ensuring reliability and durability, based on provided specifications. You will design test profiles, manage the execution of tests, collect and analyze data, and prepare comprehensive test reports that summarize your findings. Collaboration with both internal and external teams is essential to ensure that your testing aligns with project objectives and contributes valuable insights to the development process. You will conduct tests in-house as well as coordinate with external vendors for the validation of our advanced autonomous components and systems.This position requires you to be onsite five days a week at our Mountain View, CA office.

At Reliable Robotics, we are pioneering transformative safety-enhancing technologies in aviation that will save lives. Our innovative automated aviation systems are set to redefine air transportation, making it safer, more convenient, and fundamentally changing how goods—and eventually people—move across the globe. Our team is composed of mission-driven engineers with diverse backgrounds in aerospace, robotics, and self-driving vehicles, united in our goal to realize this future.As a Senior Hardware Test Engineer, you will play a pivotal role within our Hardware Test team. This small yet highly skilled team is dedicated to ensuring that all hardware produced adheres to the stringent standards required for aviation. You will serve as a vital link among the design, production, and flight test teams, encountering a wide range of technical challenges.Your responsibilities will include architecting automated test stands designed to simulate extreme flight conditions, which are crucial for our qualification testing. You will be instrumental in diagnosing hardware failures, contributing valuable insights for redesign, and developing the software and hardware platforms essential for command, control, and data collection systems that meet rigorous aerospace standards. As a technical leader, you'll be part of a dynamic team eager for growth and learning.

At Reliable Robotics, we are pioneering innovative technology designed to enhance safety in aviation, ultimately saving lives. Our automated aviation systems aim to create a future where air transportation is not only safer but also more convenient, fundamentally changing how goods and eventually people traverse the globe. Our team comprises mission-driven engineers with diverse expertise spanning aerospace, robotics, and self-driving vehicles, all working diligently to turn this vision into reality.As a Hardware Test Engineer, you will play a pivotal role within our Hardware Test team, a compact group of experienced engineers dedicated to ensuring all produced hardware adheres to the rigorous standards of aviation. You will serve as a vital link between design, production, and flight test teams, facing a variety of technical challenges.Your responsibilities will include developing automated test stands to simulate extreme flight conditions for our hardware and mechanisms, which are crucial for our qualification testing. You will assist in identifying failure modes in our development hardware, contributing valuable insights to guide redesign efforts. Additionally, you will be responsible for writing the software and constructing hardware platforms necessary for command, control, and data collection systems that uphold stringent aerospace testing standards.

At Reliable Robotics, we are pioneering innovative technology that enhances safety in aviation, ultimately saving lives. Our vision encompasses automated aviation systems that will redefine air transportation, making it safer, more convenient, and transformative for the movement of goods and people globally. Our dedicated team is composed of engineers with extensive experience in aerospace, robotics, and self-driving vehicles, all working tirelessly to bring this future to fruition.As part of our dynamic Avionics Hardware team, you will join a close-knit group of passionate engineers who are responsible for creating the essential computing, actuation, sensing, and power electronics integral to our automation systems. We take pride in overseeing the entire lifecycle of our hardware, from conception to testing and deployment. In the role of Senior Avionics Hardware Engineer, you will spearhead the development of electrical components and subsystems for our airborne and testing platforms, working from the circuit board level to integrated systems.

Waymo LLC develops autonomous driving technology, building on its origins as the Google Self-Driving Car Project. The Waymo Driver, at the core of its ride-hailing service, has completed over ten million rides and driven more than 100 million miles on public roads, plus tens of billions of miles in simulation across 15+ U.S. states. The Hardware Engineering team brings together electrical, mechanical, reliability, software, and vehicle engineers. This group designs and integrates the sensors and systems that enable Waymo's autonomous vehicles. The team values curiosity, technical skill, and collaboration. This LiDAR Performance Validation Hardware Engineer role is based in Mountain View, CA, with a hybrid schedule (at least 3 days per week in office). The position reports to the LiDAR performance lead. What You'll Do Work with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, and reliability engineers to develop and characterize high-performance LiDAR systems and electro-optical subsystems. Develop bench characterization methods and physics-based software models to confirm designs meet performance goals. Create and maintain validation plans that follow the design lifecycle from prototype to mass production. Define and support testing and calibration procedures to ensure LiDAR data quality at scale. Collaborate with design and test teams to set up testing methodologies and performance acceptance criteria. Design and carry out LiDAR field measurements and structured tests. Assess how environmental conditions impact LiDAR performance, and create strategies to detect and resolve quality issues using experimental design, data mining, and analysis. Work closely with LiDAR software, perception software, and systems engineers to resolve field data quality issues and help define requirements that ensure the LiDAR module meets system-level performance and safety standards. Move between physics modeling, simulation, large-scale data analysis, and hands-on prototyping as needed.

Who We AreAt Aurora, our mission is to safely, swiftly, and broadly deliver the transformative benefits of self-driving technology.The Aurora Driver is poised to usher in a new era of mobility and logistics, ensuring a safer, more efficient, and accessible future for all.Join us at Aurora to tackle complex challenges alongside a team of passionate and intelligent individuals, enhancing your expertise while expanding your knowledge base. For the latest updates from Aurora, visit aurora.tech or follow us on LinkedIn.We are on the lookout for a Staff Hardware System Validation Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role is critical in validating our autonomous hardware systems, including PCBA, modules, and integrated systems from the initial design phase through to ongoing engineering and field issue resolution.In this role, you will:Define, develop, and execute innovative test methodologies for the verification and validation of autonomous hardware systems and components.Collaborate effectively with key cross-functional teams, including Hardware Systems, Safety, Testing, Firmware, and Electrical Engineering.Conduct thorough requirements analysis, architecture studies, and system characterization to derive precise performance metrics.Facilitate cross-functional reviews and build consensus on critical design validation decisions.Lead sustaining engineering initiatives, including root cause analysis and corrective actions for any identified issues.

Join Waymo as a Systems Test Engineer focusing on Pipeline and Test Health. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the integrity and reliability of our testing processes and systems.Your expertise will help us maintain the highest standards in our engineering practices, contributing to the development of self-driving technology. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Join Waymo, a pioneer in autonomous vehicle technology, as a Systems Test Engineer specializing in Commercialization Test Automation. In this role, you will be at the forefront of testing and enhancing our advanced systems, ensuring they meet high standards of performance and reliability.Your contributions will directly impact the future of transportation by supporting the development of self-driving technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, execute, and automate test cases, identifying any potential issues and implementing solutions.

Who We AreAurora Innovation is committed to advancing the future of self-driving technology, ensuring it is delivered safely, swiftly, and universally.The Aurora Driver promises to usher in a new era of mobility and logistics, paving the way for a safer, more efficient, and more accessible future for everyone.At Aurora, you will face immensely complex challenges alongside a team of passionate and intelligent individuals, enhancing your expertise while broadening your knowledge base. For the latest updates from Aurora, check out aurora.tech or follow us on LinkedIn.What We Are Looking ForAurora seeks skilled professionals with diverse backgrounds eager to contribute to a transportation ecosystem that enhances road safety, ensures timely delivery of essential goods, and promotes efficient and accessible mobility for all. We are on the lookout for a Senior Hardware Validation Engineer. This pivotal role is integral to our team, which oversees the comprehensive electrical validation of Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBA) and systems, from initial design and board bring-up to ongoing engineering support and field issue resolution. This position is crucial in ensuring our products meet the highest reliability standards, essential for ensuring safety. The new hire will benefit from access to an exceptional lab space, collaborate with industry experts, and play a key role in making our products robust and reliable for mass production.In This Role You WillAct as the technical lead for PCBA design validation and module and system-level validation.Drive sustaining engineering initiatives, including root cause and corrective action (RCCA) for field issues.Formulate hardware validation strategies and test plans, executing electrical system-level validation to identify and rectify design issues, ensuring compliance with product quality requirements.

About UsAurora Innovation is on a mission to revolutionize transportation through self-driving technology, ensuring safety and accessibility for everyone.Our innovative product, the Aurora Driver, is set to transform mobility and logistics, leading to a safer and more efficient future.Join us and tackle complex challenges alongside passionate experts in a collaborative environment. For the latest updates, visit aurora.tech or follow us on LinkedIn.Position OverviewWe are seeking a talented Senior Hardware Reliability Engineer to join our Hardware Reliability team. This pivotal role involves ensuring the reliability of our next-generation sensor systems, including Lidar, Camera, Radar, and IMU, vital for the Aurora Driver. You will collaborate with industry leaders such as Volvo and PACCAR to bring a robust, scalable product to market.

At Reliable Robotics, we are pioneering safety-enhancing technologies for aviation, aiming to save lives and reshape air transportation. Our automated aviation systems promise a future where air travel is safer, more convenient, and fundamentally transformative for the movement of goods and eventually people worldwide. Our passionate team of engineers brings expertise from aerospace, robotics, and self-driving vehicles to turn this vision into reality.As a member of the Avionics Hardware team, you will join an elite group of engineers focused on developing the essential compute, actuation, sensing, and power electronics that are at the core of our automation systems. We pride ourselves on end-to-end hardware ownership and enjoy hands-on testing, iteration, and deployment of our designs. In your role as an Avionics Hardware Engineer, you will lead the development of electrical components and subsystems across our airborne and testing platforms, working from circuit-board levels through to integrated systems.

Join Our Mission!At Matic Robotics, we are committed to transforming the way households manage their time. Our innovative robotic solutions aim to reclaim the 2.5 trillion hours spent on mundane chores each year.Our flagship product, Matic, is an advanced floor cleaning robot, equipped with state-of-the-art technology that enables it to navigate homes autonomously through real-time 3D mapping and sophisticated semantic comprehension. Utilizing cutting-edge spatial AI, Matic operates effectively in diverse home environments using only RGB cameras and on-device neural networks.Privacy-Centric DesignWe prioritize user privacy by ensuring that all data processing occurs locally on the robot, safeguarding your household information.A Vision for the FutureWe believe in a gradual evolution of home robotics, starting with specialized robots and expanding towards more complex multi-functional capabilities over time.Our Team CultureMatic Robotics fosters a collaborative environment where dedicated individuals come together to create beloved products. We are passionate problem solvers, driven to save our customers time and energy.Position OverviewWe are seeking a motivated Hardware Technician to enhance our hardware design and engineering team in Mountain View, CA. This hands-on role provides a unique opportunity to engage with both mechanical and electrical components of our robots.Key Responsibilities:Strategically organize and prioritize tasks across multiple teams to propel the progression of our robotic systems.Operate and maintain rapid prototyping tools such as 3D printers and laser cutters.Develop and assemble production fixtures for robot testing and assembly.Conduct validation testing on new hardware components.Perform root cause analysis to address customer challenges effectively.Take initiative on design projects that streamline workflows for your team.Gain a deep understanding of the rationale behind hardware design choices and components.Document and communicate test results and data efficiently.

Waymo is at the forefront of autonomous driving technology, dedicated to becoming the world's most trusted driver. Originating from the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has tirelessly worked to develop the Waymo Driver—The World’s Most Experienced Driver™—with a goal to enhance mobility access while preventing countless traffic-related fatalities. The Waymo Driver facilitates our fully autonomous ride-hail service and can be adapted for various vehicle platforms and applications. With over ten million rider-only trips accomplished, our technology has autonomously navigated more than 100 million miles on public roads and an impressive amount in simulation across 15+ U.S. states.Our Systems Engineering team is dedicated to innovatively integrating software and hardware systems. We establish rigorous performance standards that guarantee the seamless operation of our vehicles and ensure passenger safety. We are seeking passionate individuals who thrive in a collaborative environment and are committed to delivering impactful results.This role follows a hybrid work schedule and reports to a Systems Engineer Lead.

Join us in advancing aviation safety through innovative technology that has the potential to save lives. Our mission is to create automated aviation systems that will transform air transport, making it safer and more convenient for the movement of goods and people around the globe. We are a dedicated team of engineers with diverse expertise in aerospace, robotics, and autonomous vehicles, striving to turn this vision into reality.As a Radar Hardware Design Engineer within our Radar Engineering team, you will play a crucial role in designing, building, and testing state-of-the-art phased array radar systems from initial concept to certified product. Our collaborative culture fosters knowledge sharing and teamwork, ensuring that this advanced technology becomes accessible for a wide range of commercial uses, particularly in Detect and Avoid applications. Your focus will be on developing new advanced operational modes that enhance aviation safety.

At Reliable Robotics, we are pioneering safety-enhancing technology for the aviation industry with a mission to save lives. Our automated aviation systems are set to revolutionize air transportation, making it safer, more efficient, and fundamentally transformative for the movement of goods and people globally. Our team comprises dedicated engineers with rich expertise in aerospace, robotics, and autonomous vehicles, all striving to turn this vision into reality.In the role of Senior Electrical Test Engineer, you will join our avionics engineering team, where we are responsible for developing a wide range of computing, sensing, actuation, power, and communication systems integral to our automation framework. We seek a well-rounded expert to leverage their electrical engineering and software automation capabilities to create robust testing solutions for complex hardware within a safety-critical setting. This role presents a unique opportunity to evolve our basic testing operations into a high-functioning production-ready system.

About UsAt Aurora, we are dedicated to advancing self-driving technology that enhances safety, efficiency, and accessibility across transportation and logistics.Discover The Aurora Driver and join us in shaping the future of mobility.Become part of a team that thrives on solving intricate challenges, collaborating with like-minded professionals, and growing your expertise. For the latest updates from Aurora, visit aurora.tech or follow us on LinkedIn.We are on the lookout for a talented Staff Hardware Systems Architect to join our Hardware Architecture team. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in shaping the future of self-driving vehicle architectures while supporting cutting-edge systems deployed in the field. This is a unique opportunity that offers complete ownership—from the architectural design phase through validation and deployment—allowing you to tackle highly complex integration challenges across multiple disciplines.

About UsAurora Innovation is dedicated to transforming the transportation landscape with safe and efficient self-driving technology.Discover the Aurora Driver which aims to revolutionize mobility and logistics, creating a safer and more accessible future for all.At Aurora, you will engage with complex challenges and collaborate with passionate, intelligent colleagues, enhancing your expertise in the field. For the latest updates, visit aurora.tech or connect with us on LinkedIn.Aurora seeks talented individuals from diverse backgrounds to join us in building a transportation ecosystem that enhances road safety, improves logistics efficiency, and increases accessibility for everyone. We are currently looking for a Staff NPI Test Engineer.The primary mission of this role is to bolster manufacturing through testing and automation, ensuring the production of Aurora’s hardware aligns with our commitment to delivering self-driving technology swiftly and safely. A successful candidate will be data-oriented, adept at resolving complex issues, possess a robust engineering background with both software and hardware skills, and be capable of leading cross-functional initiatives.Key Responsibilities:Provide support and troubleshoot software tools utilized in manufacturing tests and provisioning.Collaborate closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to refine and enhance automated manufacturing testing processes.Manage and analyze data to monitor production test performance metrics, identify critical issues, and drive continuous improvement efforts with cross-functional teams.Offer technical test support to local manufacturing areas, locations, and customers as required.

Join Waymo, a leader in self-driving technology, as a Systems Test Engineer focused on sensing. In this pivotal role, you will engage in the testing and validation of advanced sensing systems that are critical to the safety and efficiency of autonomous vehicles. Your expertise will help shape the future of transportation and contribute to bringing self-driving technology to the public.You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, working closely with software engineers, hardware engineers, and product managers to ensure the highest quality standards in our sensing systems. Your responsibilities will include developing test plans, executing test cases, and analyzing results to ensure our technology meets stringent performance criteria.