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Staff Hardware Validation Engineer

Palo Alto, CA, United States💼 Full-time🗓 2026-03-06 → 2026-07-23

Core

Define validation strategy and technical roadmaps for complex mechatronic hardware across multiple vehicle product lines, overseeing test environment bring-up and influencing design for testability.

Role type

Staff Hardware Validation Engineer

Builds

Scalable test platforms and high-fidelity test specifications for mechatronic vehicle modules

Domain

Automotive hardware validation and mechatronic systems

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Hardware validation strategy, DFT/DFM integration, test equipment architecture, failure mode analysis, vendor management, cross-functional leadership

Preferred skills

Python, LabVIEW, C++, Automotive Ethernet, CAN-FD, PCIe, ISO 26262, ISO 16750, EMC/EMI compliance, MBSE

Technologies

Python, LabVIEW, C++, Automotive Ethernet, CAN-FD, PCIe

Responsibilities

Lead development of validation requirements and DVP&R strategies; Define and approve complex test specifications; Lead architectural design of scalable test platforms; Spearhead bring-up of high-complexity test stations; Partner with hardware design teams to influence PCB and mechanical designs; Perform failure mode analysis; Direct technical requirements for external Tier 1 suppliers and independent test labs

Seniority

Staff, hands-on IC with strategic influence

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