Hardware QA Engineer (6289)

Job Description

Job Description

 

itD is seeking a Hardware QA Engineer to perform laboratory testing and thermal validation for electro-mechanical and telecommunications products. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience with prototype setup, thermal and acoustic testing, thermocouple installation, and wind tunnel operations, along with a track record of producing accurate test results and clear technical documentation.

Location: 100% onsite - San Jose, CA

Pay Range: $23 -$24.23 (hourly)

We provide comprehensive medical benefits, a 401k plan, paid holidays, and more. Please note that we are only considering direct W2 candidates at this time, as we are unable to offer sponsorship.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct laboratory testing and thermal validation of electro-mechanical and telecommunications products.
• Set up prototypes for thermal and acoustic testing, including thermocouple installation and instrumentation.
• Operate wind tunnel equipment to support thermal and acoustic testing and validation activities.
• Perform testing related to power management, heat sinks, and fan-speed performance.
• Analyze and document test results using Microsoft tools and established reporting practices.
• Collaborate with hardware engineering and cross-functional teams to support product validation activities.
• Communicate test findings, observations, and technical recommendations through clear written and verbal reporting.

Internal Responsibilities:

• Attend regular internal practice community meetings.

• Collaborate with your itD practice team on industry thought leadership.

• Complete client case studies and learning material (blogs, media material).

• Build out material to contribute to the Digital Transformation practice.

• Attend internal itD networking events (in person and virtual).

• Work with leadership on career fast-track opportunities.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Laboratory testing experience with electro-mechanical and telecommunications products.
• Experience working as a Thermal Validation Engineer for electromechanical products.
• Experience setting up prototypes for thermal and acoustic testing.
• Experience with thermocouple installation and related test instrumentation.
• Experience operating wind tunnel equipment for testing and validation.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience with telecommunications and networking product testing involving power management, heat sinks, and fan-speed testing.
• Knowledge of telecommunications test standards, including GR and NEBS.
• Hardware engineering experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience using Microsoft tools for technical reporting and documentation.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience required.

 

Company Description
About itD: We are part of a new generation of consulting and software development company that blends diversity, innovation, and integrity with real business results. Our structure rejects any strong hierarchy, empowering us to deliver excellent results. We are a woman- and minority-led firm. Every day, we challenge ourselves to be considerate, fair and to re-think what great outcomes mean for our customers. This permeates down to how we approach every interaction, on every project, for every client. You'll thrive here if you are a dynamic self-starter, a difference-maker or someone who wants to deliver great results, without constraints.

The itD Digital Experience: Joining us means you'll be part of our global community, you have a say about your own career journey, and you'll get a chance to give back to causes that matter. You will experience working with Fortune 500 companies and high-performance teams across numerous industries. itD offers our employees excellent benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, 401K + matching, networking & career learning and development programs. We are growing and we want to see you grow! Visit to learn more about what working at itD can mean for you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. itD is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us at View email address on us.fitly.work and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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