Hardware Test Engineer

Durham, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

R&D Hardware Test Engineer

The R&D Hardware Test Engineer designs develops and implements automated electro-mechanical test systems that accelerate product development improve reliability and expand lab testing capability. This role focuses heavily on LabVIEW programming automated data acquisition test fixture development and electro-mechanical test design. The engineer partners with mechanical electrical and controls engineers to define test strategies enhance Product Qualification Plans (PQPs) and ensure robust verification and validation of complex pharmacy automation devices.

This position expands the labs capacity for automation reliability testing and infrastructure support while enabling faster iteration reduced downtime and higher-quality data across multiple product lines. The R&D Hardware Test Engineer plays a strategic role in test innovation benchmark program development and automated test methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

Test System Design & Automation

Design electro-mechanical test systems and fixtures to support verification validation and reliability testing.
Develop automated test workflows in LabVIEW including DAQ configuration control logic and data handling.
Build automation scripts control interfaces and bench-level tools to reduce manual testing.
Improve or develop PLC-based systems (e.g. DAQ Arduino platforms).
Create benchmark programs and automated sequences to reduce machine downtime and accelerate troubleshooting.

Verification Validation & Test Planning

Review Product Qualification Plans (PQPs) and recommend additional test coverage automation opportunities and reliability improvements.
Partner with mechanical electrical and controls engineers to create robust test plans for subsystems and prototypes.
Perform hands-on test execution when needed ensuring accurate data capture and traceability.
Develop statistical test methods using LabVIEW Python SQL and Minitab.

Data Acquisition & Analysis

Build integrated DAQ systems for sensors motion control communication technologies and electro-mechanical devices.
Analyze performance data reliability results and failure modes to support engineering decisions.
Automate data aggregation and reporting for engineering teams.

R&D Lab Infrastructure & Reliability Support

Increase testing throughput by enabling parallel test setups cross-training and automation of key workflows.
Reduce lab downtime via preventative maintenance benchmark testing and improved system health monitoring.
Support computer and networked device configuration across R&D labs.
Contribute to lab asset tracking configuration management and equipment lifecycle processes.
Troubleshoot complex electro-mechanical and automation issues.
Contribute to best practices for safety testing procedures and ISO-aligned processes.

Prototype & Fixture Development

Design and assemble rapid prototypes and test fixtures to evaluate the feasibility of new concepts.
Perform wiring assembly mechanical build activities and instrumentation setup.
Assist with commissioning new test hardware and validating performance.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related technical field (Mechanical Electrical Mechatronics Systems Automation Physics Applied Science etc.).
Masters degree is a plus.

Experience

Experience with verification and validation testing.
Hands-on experience designing automated test systems and fixtures.
Strong LabVIEW programming background.
Experience with computer-controlled electromechanical or networked systems.
Exposure to reliability testing statistical methods or DFSS.
Experience working on cross-functional development teams.

Skills & Abilities

Programming or scripting experience with LabVIEW Python SQL or similar tools.
Experience with DAQ systems sensors PLCs and motion control.
Ability to design (CAD) assemble and troubleshoot complex test setups.
Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Excellent communication documentation and presentation skills.
High attention to detail and strong action orientation.

R&D Hardware Test Engineer The R&D Hardware Test Engineer designs develops and implements automated electro-mechanical test systems that accelerate product development improve reliability and expand lab testing capability. This role focuses heavily on LabVIEW programming automated data acquisit...