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Vehicle Hardware Engineer - (Test Development)

Kelly Services

Foster City, CAContract / Temporary$68–73/hrSeen 6 days agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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Compensation
$68–73/hr
Location
Foster City, CA
Schedule
Contract / Temporary
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

The Vehicle Hardware Engineer develops, documents, and executes component- and system-level hardware testing. The role collaborates with suppliers, design engineers, and system engineers to characterize sense and computer hardware, including prototype development testing and qualification testing of vehicle modules. Work includes test infrastructure development, test execution, and documentation, with projects ranging from interface compliance testing to purpose-built tools.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Hardware TestingTest Infrastructure DevelopmentTest ExecutionTest DocumentationElectronics DevelopmentElectronic Component TestingAutomotive Component TestingAerospace Component TestingVehicle Component TestingDesign ToolsAltium3DExperienceCATIAEnvironmental ChambersOscilloscopesElectronic LoadsVNATDRSpectrum AnalyzersUbuntuPythonSystems ArchitectureMemory HierarchyStorage SubsystemsLANsRoutingEthernet Switching ChipsetsPCIeCAN ComplianceAnsysSPII2CMDIOData Acquisition SystemsUEIKeysightTest Case ManagementPolarion

Qualifications

4+ Years Professional Experience2+ Years Electronics DevelopmentBachelor's in Engineering or SimilarMaster's or PhD in EngineeringSAE, FIRST, or DARPA Competitions

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Vehicle Hardware Engineer - (Test Development)

  • Location: 100% ONSITE – Foster City, California - (Travel within the Bay Area)

  • Duration: 6 month contract - (extension expectation)

  • Pay: Negotiable depending on DIRECT related experience Up to $68 - $73/hr

  • Type: W2 contract ONLY - (C2C OR THIRD-PARTY arrangements will NOT be considered)

  • Work Authorization: Must be currently located and authorized to work in the United States without CURRENT sponsorship transfer requirements.

Job Summary:

As our hardware engineer you will be responsible for developing, documenting and executing component and system-level hardware testing. You will collaborate with suppliers, design and system engineers to characterize the functional performance of sense and computer hardware. You will be responsible for development testing on early prototypes and qualification testing on modules intended for vehicle use. Projects range from interface compliance testing to developing purpose-built tools. We are looking for someone who’s enthusiastic, innovative, a self-starter, and willing to take on the challenges to work with us as an exceptional hardware engineer.

Responsibilities:

Test Execution

  • Use oscilloscopes, network analyzers, and other electrical/environmental test equipment

  • Develop test setups via block diagrams, BoMs and test plans

Test Infrastructure Development

  • Develop custom test assets such as load simulators, test harnessing and python scripts

  • Facilitate test infrastructure projects by working with procurement and suppliers

Documentation

  • Draft and present Test Plans, Design Reviews, Test Readiness Reviews and Data Reviews

  • Review and consult on documentation release for standards, design, and risk assessments

Qualifications:

  • B.S. in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline

  • 4+ years of professional work experience

  • 2+ years in electronics development

  • Experience with testing electronic, automotive, aerospace, or vehicle components

  • Experience with Design tools

  • PCBA: Altium preferred

  • 3D Modeling: 3DExperience or Catia preferred

  • Experience in using lab equipment (Environmental Chambers, Oscilloscopes, E-loads, VNA, TDR, and spectrum analyzer)

  • Experience with Ubuntu and Python

Bonus Qualifications:

  • M.S. or Ph.D. in Engineering or similar discipline

  • Team/club competitions (e.g. SAE, FIRST, DARPA)

  • Systems and networking foundational knowledge (systems architecture, memory hierarchy, storage subsystems, LANs, routing)

Experience with:

  • Ethernet switching chipsets (i.e. Broadcom, Marvell), PCIe, CAN Compliance

  • Simulation Tools (Ansys preferred)

  • Common bus protocols (SPI, I2C, MDIO)

  • Process/Tool Familiarity with:

  • Data Acquisition systems (UEI and/or Keysight preferred)

  • Requirement-Test Case management tools (Polarion preferred)

Work Authorizat ion: Must be currently located and authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship requirement s. - No C2C or third-party candid a tes.~

_* Kelly does not expense relocation/interview cos_** **ts. *****

Important information: To be immediately considered, please send an updated version of your resume to [email protected].

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly ® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment\_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

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