Electrical Engineer (HW Characterization & Validation)

Position Title Electrical Engineer (HW Characterization & Validation) Position Description Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Electrical Engineer opportunity located in Bellevue, WA. Job Description This role supports a high-visibility hardware program for next-generation automated logistics platforms. This position focuses directly on hardware validation, testing, lab characterization, and circuit-level optimization of advanced electrical assemblies. This is a hands‑on electrical engineering role for a professional who thrives in a hardware lab environment. Working closely with senior architects, you will bridge the gap between design and volume production by executing comprehensive validation plans, conducting detailed root‑cause failure analysis, and refining board‑level hardware designs. Job Responsibilities Test & Validation Execution: Develop and execute rigorous electrical test plans, including hardware bring‑up, signal integrity testing, and design validation (DVT) to establish acceptance criteria for production. Circuit Optimization: Design and optimize electrical circuits, printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), and multi‑component sub‑systems with a clear focus on component selection, reliability, and manufacturability. Schematic Capture: Create and manage detailed engineering schematics and design documentation using standard ECAD software suites. Root Cause Analysis: Drive lab‑based troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis (RCA) on early‑stage hardware anomalies, implementing circuit or schematic modifications to mitigate risks. Cross‑Functional Integration: Partner with internal software and mechanical engineering teams to resolve firmware/hardware behavioral mismatches and support physical sub‑system integration. Job Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent. Experience: 4+ years of hands‑on experience in electrical hardware design, lab characterization, and validation of consumer electronics, industrial, or automotive hardware systems. Testing Focus: Proven experience building and driving functional specs, hardware design validation plans (DVP&R), and low‑level component bench testing. ECAD Tools: Solid proficiency with ECAD schematic capture software, specifically Cadence OrCAD and/or Altium Designer. Lab Equipment Mastery: Expert familiarity using bench tools including high‑speed oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, logic analyzers, and soldering equipment for circuit debugging. Preferred Job Qualifications Education: Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline. Advanced Layout Exposure: Experience utilizing Cadence Allegro or Altium for board‑level design reviews or layout changes. Prototyping: Experience developing custom test jigs or platform fixtures to accelerate hardware validation cycles. Compliance: Familiarity with hardware regulatory testing protocols, automotive standards, or consumer electronics compliance. Job Details Job Type: Contract Location: Bellevue, WA (Onsite) Pay Rate Range: $90–$125/hr. Benefits Package Competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre‑tax commuter benefits, paid time off (PTO), and an administered 401(k) plan. #J-18808-Ljbffr Protingent