Job Description

Blue Chip Talent, in partnership with an automotive technology organization, is seeking a skilled Hardware Test Technician. This role is responsible for conducting reliability and manufacturing testing on advanced electrical hardware systems, supporting hardware bring-up activities, and troubleshooting automated test equipment and electronic assemblies. The position will also support calibration, system validation, and testing operations across multiple Bay Area facilities as needed.

Job Duties

• Operate software user interfaces to execute hardware validation and manufacturing test procedures
• Perform hardware bring-up and verify system functionality using laboratory test equipment
• Configure, calibrate, and maintain thermal and vibration chamber setups
• Troubleshoot and document failures related to devices under test (DUTs), harnesses, and test equipment
• Conduct electronic component rework, including soldering and de-soldering of circuit boards
• Support commissioning and validation of new automated test systems
• Review electrical schematics, technical drawings, and component datasheets to support testing activities
• Build and modify first-article hardware assemblies and redline schematics when required
• Assist with test data review, issue tracking, and root cause analysis activities
• Travel occasionally between Palo Alto, Hayward, Union City, and Santa Clara facilities to support testing operations

Skills & Experience

Required

• Technical degree or equivalent hands-on experience in electronics testing or related field
• 5+ years of experience supporting automated test equipment (ATE) or industrial automation systems
• Experience using oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, power supplies, and other laboratory instrumentation
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical datasheets
• Experience with soldering, circuit board rework, and electronic modifications
• Experience operating power tools and assembling test fixtures or hardware systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace applications
• Ability to lift and move test equipment and instrumentation as needed
• Valid driver’s license with ability to pass MVR check

Desired

• Experience supporting reliability or manufacturing testing environments
• Experience with thermal chamber and vibration chamber setup and calibration
• Exposure to automotive electronics, ECUs, infotainment, telematics, or battery systems
• Experience supporting hardware bring-up and system commissioning activities
• Familiarity with data collection and test result documentation processes
• Experience troubleshooting electromechanical test systems and harness assemblies

Blue Chip Talent is an award-winning and woman-owned talent solutions provider based in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. For over 30 years, we’ve specialized in IT, Engineering, and Professional Services staffing—now serving clients in 37 states and counting. We connect the market's elite talent with top employers, pairing exceptional white-glove service with proven hiring results to drive innovation and fuel growth.

We offer industry-leading benefits options and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values merit-based recruitment centered around technical ability, skillset, and alignment with our employing partners.