Hardware Engineer II

Job Description
Story Behind the Need
Apart of the wearables team specifically working on AR glasses. Team is looking for multiple Hardware Engineer II's to fulfill project needs. CW's will be primary working on hardware validations of board/modules, testing schematics and debugging.

About the Role
Hardware Engineer to support hardware development initiatives. In this role, you will contribute to the design, validation, and documentation of hardware components and systems, partnering closely with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver high-quality results within defined timelines.

Responsibilities
- Support the design, bring-up, and validation of electronic hardware (e.g., boards, subsystems, modules) from concept through verification.
- Develop and execute test plans; perform bench testing, debug, and root-cause analysis of hardware issues.
- Document designs, requirements, validation results, and engineering changes clearly and accurately.
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners (e.g., electrical, mechanical, firmware, manufacturing, quality) to support program milestones and deliverables.
- Assist with component selection, schematic/layout reviews, and design-for-test/manufacturability considerations as needed.
- Provide regular status updates on assigned deliverables and risks, and support issue tracking and resolution.

Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- Hands-on experience with hardware development and lab-based debugging (e.g., use of oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, DMMs, power supplies).
- Experience reading/interpreting schematics and supporting board/system bring-up and validation.
- Experience developing test procedures and documenting results in a structured, reproducible way.
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across multiple disciplines in a fast-paced environment.

Onsite: Sunnyvale, CA

Candidate Requirements
Must-Have Skills
1 Hands-on hardware dev + lab debug (scopes, logic analyzers, DMMs, power supplies)
2 Can read schematics and support board/system bring-up, Experience writing reproducible test procedures and documentation
3 Strong cross-functional communication in a fast-paced setting

Nice-to-have Skills
1. Big Tech/Meta Experience

Candidate Disqualifiers
Are there any types of candidate profiles or skills that may not be the right fit for this team?
Candidates with 10+ years of experience. Team is not looking for a senior hire.

How many rounds of interviews? 2
Types of Interviews: Technical
Interview Duration : 45 mins

EEO:
"Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of - Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans."