Hardware Validation Engineer Resume Samples

Description :

1. Responsible for developing and implementing detailed validation plans tailored to specific hardware designs. 
2. Oversaw and planned the use of validation equipment to guarantee consistent results.
3. Worked cross-functionally to troubleshoot and address any hardware issues identified during validation.
4. Developed test plans for new features and improved existing plans.
5. Conducted comprehensive hardware validation tests to ensure compliance with industry standards and specifications, focusing on performance, reliability, and safety metrics.
6. Developed and executed detailed test plans and procedures for various hardware components, ensuring thorough coverage of all functional and non-functional requirements.
7. Documented test results meticulously, providing clear and concise reports that highlighted findings, recommendations, and compliance with regulatory requirements for stakeholders.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

BSEE

Description :

1. Developed and maintained automated test scripts to improve validation speed and efficiency.
2. Able to source components and work with component vendors for prototype reliability tests in labs.
3. Responsible for preparation of bill of materials and co-work with procurement team to source on time.
4. Evaluated static and dynamic stability of Skyjack equipment through engineering calculations and testing under applicable Standards.
5. Developed testing equipment and test plans required for testing and validation.
6. Developed and carried out validation and test procedures on various components and subsystems presently on the equipment with an emphasis on providing ideas and solutions to improve reliability and performance.
7. Documented testing program findings through writing comprehensive test reports and presenting findings to management andor colleagues as required.

Experience

0-2 Years

Level

Entry Level

Education

MSCE

Description :

1. Maintained and updated test and data acquisition equipment inventory to ensure the most efficient validation procedures were utilized.
2. Investigated equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operations and make recommendations for improvement.
3. Applied a wide variety of established or modified engineering methods or techniques with considerable independence of action.
4. Analyzed and interpreted data from validation tests, offering insights and recommendations.
5. Designed and documented validation processes, findings, and insights in a structured and clear manner.
6. Developed and maintained a comprehensive validation database to track test cases, results, and compliance status, facilitating easier access to historical data for future projects.
7. Implemented automated testing solutions to increase efficiency in the validation process, reducing time-to-market while maintaining high standards of quality assurance.

Experience

0-2 Years

Level

Freelancer

Education

BSCS

Description :

1. Focused on test execution and validation of hardware systems. 
2. Understood signal integrity, power integrity, and product coexistence, as well as experience in automating test cases using Python scripting.
3. Executed hardware validation tests and ensured product compliance with design specifications.
4. Developed and implemented test cases, with a focus on signal integrity, power integrity, and product coexistence.
5. Automated test cases using Python scripting to streamline validation processes.
6. Collaborated with product teams to understand the design and functionality of the product and create relevant test cases.
7. Analyzed test results, troubleshoot issues, and provided detailed reports to cross-functional (XFN) teams.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Management

Education

MEng EE

Description :

1. Collaborated with software engineers to create and maintain testing frameworks that can simulate various real-world scenarios.
2. Performed hardware debugging during the validation process to identify and resolve issues at the component or system level. 
3. Analyzed the root cause of failures and worked with design teams to implement effective corrective measures.
4. Conducted power and thermal analysis on hardware systems to ensure they operate efficiently within defined parameters. 
5. Identified opportunities to reduce power consumption and optimize thermal performance through hardware refinements.
6. Supported hardware certification efforts by conducting pre-certification tests and identifying areas of improvement. 
7. Ensured compliance with regulatory and safety standards such as FCC, CE, and UL before official certification testing begins.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Senior

Education

MSSE

Description :

1. Collaborated with the RD engineering team to ensure the product's quality by running various functional tests with complex lab tools. 
2. Performed motherboard power-related validation, debugging, and analysis.
3. Reported issues into bug tracking systems and debug issues with designers and vendors.
4. Conducted analysis and evaluation of the schematic and layout for design improvement.
5. Supported hardware teams to find the root cause for the power design details, including CPUMemory and other power rails component performance.
6. Supported internal and external quality issues and drove issue resolution.
7. Worked with vendors to tune power components and capabilities on various products.

Experience

0-2 Years

Level

Entry Level

Education

BTech CE

Description :

1. Worked closely with validation engineers, board designers, silicon characterization, and AE teams to ensure product validation and test coverage were optimal. 
2. Worked well with different teams, was very comfortable in a lab environment, and demonstrated passion for product-level validation. 
3. Designed and developed validation plans for GPU and CPU modules, and other peripheral cards that get integrated into NVIDIA's data center products.
4. Debugged, and triaged issues, performed root cause analysis, verified fixes, defined new tests, and improved product test plans.
5. Tracked and coordinated all validation activities from bring up to production release.
6. Collaborated with multi-functional teams including designers, Silicon, SW, and thermal leads to test and debug any HWSW product issues.
7. Designed diagnostic suites test plans for engineering builds.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

MS Robotics

Description :

1. Owned validation of products from start to finish including test plan development, automation, design for validation requirements, resource planning, coverage metrics, test execution, bug resolution, and production release.
2. Collaborated with ODMs, component suppliers, and QA teams to ensure no gaps in coverage.
3. Coordinated internal and external teams in different time zones.
4. Developed system-level stress and performance testing strategies using industry-leading deep LearningAI applications.
5. Solved complex system-level hardware and software issues on GPU-accelerated computing platforms.
6. Helped design and build system-level testbeds and maintain lab space, tools, and infrastructure.
7. Worked with teams to develop software and hardware systems and develop methodologies and tools to support team members.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Consultant

Education

BSIT

Description :

1. Generated implementation plans and provides technical knowledge and guidance during deployment activities.
2. Led the hands-on efforts to characterize system-wide computational performance across various LVE systems, including infotainment, telematics, wireless networking, in-cabin radar, passive entry, camera monitoring system, and more.
3. Collaborated with hardware architecture, hardware design, and software application teams.
4. Created comprehensive characterization plans to surface key performance metrics, locate bottlenecks and chokepoints, and identify over-under-design scenarios relative to app requirements.
5. Executed characterization plans, developed analytics, and presented clear validation metrics and associated reports to help drive architecture decision-making, and validate the resulting designs.
6. Led and supported the software efforts related to characterization and validation efforts on various hardware testing configurations.
7. Defined, derived, and allocated system and sub-system level requirements based on customer and regulatory input.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

MSEmbedded

Description :

1. Defined engine and sub-system verification strategies based on program requirements using structured verification methodologies.
2. Understood experiment test requirements and turned them into test plans, budgets, schedules, and subsequently test instructions. 
3. Understood and articulated risks and opportunities to program leadership to support decision-making.
4. Led integration activities between project teams and tests to ensure instrumentation, controls, data acquisition, test limits, and test data recording were completed. 
5. Supported on-site and off-site development engine sub-system build and test activities.
6. Understood and applied standard development and test processes, in collaboration with the test engineers and test leadership, to ensure a successful test program.
7. Performed motherboard, server system, and other server component validation testing.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Senior

Education

MSCE