Hardware Validation Engineer (Touch/Sensor) You will play a key role in developing, characterizing, and validating sensor systems used in these platforms. The ideal candidate will have expertise in touch sensing technologies, hands-on experience with hardware validation processes, and the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams to drive product excellence. Familiarity with product integration and manufacturing technologies used in consumer electronics is also preferred.
Key Qualifications:- Experience in characterization and validation of hardware platforms and devices.
- Strong foundational knowledge in physics and electrical engineering.
- Familiarity with manufacturing technologies relevant to sensor fabrication is a plus.
- Background and experience in electrical and/or mechanical design of test fixtures and/or robots.
- Proficiency in Python or other scripting languages for automating test procedures, data collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Experience with sensor technology and high-volume mass production is a plus.
- Description and Responsibilities:
- You will be responsible for characterizing, integrating, and validating capacitive touch sensors for new product applications from conception through product release.
- You will collaborate cross-functionally with product design, test, firmware, system engineering, and product operations teams.
- Define key performance indicators for sensor module and system-level testing.
- Develop test scripts for hardware validation and factory testing.
- Lead infrastructure and automation efforts for hardware testing.
- Design and develop hardware architectures for client sensor test setups.
- Perform hands-on bench measurements of hardware for validation and troubleshooting.
- Conduct failure analysis to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
- Evaluate new technologies and methods to enhance sensor testing.
- Document specifications for design, testing, and failure analysis (FA) processes.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or related field.2+ years of relevant industry experience preferred.
