Hardware Test Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Manufacturing Test Engineer II 3-6 months contract position - possible perm conversion

*Skills Update:  
*5+ years of experience with debugging processor boards (Intel Processor Boards preferred) and Server Architecture experience.
*Looking for someone who can come in and come up to speed quickly.
* Candidates need the following experience -- please do not submit them if they don't have the following experience: Production experience, Debug experience/knowledge, experience with/knowledge of Digital interfaces 

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Job Overview:

Client is seeking a  Test Engineer to lead advanced debug and validation efforts for Intel-based server motherboards. This highly technical role calls for a seasoned engineer with deep expertise in hardware-level diagnostics, as well as the vision to drive process improvement and test strategy innovation across teams.

Key Responsibilities:
-  Lead root-cause analysis and complex debug activities on Intel server motherboard platforms.
- Develop, maintain, and execute comprehensive test plans, procedures, and validation scripts.
- Collaborate with design, BIOS, firmware, and manufacturing teams to resolve product issues and improve first-pass yields.
- Identify opportunities to enhance test efficiency and reliability through automation, tool development, or workflow optimization.
- Mentor junior engineers and set quality standards in test methodology and execution.

Required Qualifications:
- BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in hardware validation, system-level debug, or similar roles.
- Experience doing  root-cause analysis and complex debug activities on motherboard platforms (Intel server motherboard platforms is preferred)
- Strong expertise in Intel architecture, server platform features, and debug tools (e.g., ITP, JTAG, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes).
- Proven experience in developing and implementing robust validation plans.
- Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, Perl, etc.) for automation.
- Experience with manufacturing test flows or high-volume production environments.
- Knowledge of quality systems, reliability analysis, or Six Sigma processes.

 \nCompany Description

GCR Professional Services is an engineering and information technology staffing firm (direct-hire, consultants, contract-to-hire).

Company Description

GCR Professional Services is an engineering and information technology staffing firm (direct-hire, consultants, contract-to-hire).