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SalaryNo pay range posted
LocationSunnyvale
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience2–6 yrs
DepartmentHardware
EquityIncluded
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedOct 8, 2026 · 4w ago
Verified live2d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering or equivalent degree
2–6 years of hands-on experience in board-level testing and validation
Comfortable working in a lab setting with test equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power meters, etc.)
Familiar with thermal, structural, and electrical stress testing
Experience with test automation (Python, LabView, or similar)
Familiarity with vehicle or consumer electronics validation flows
Strong documentation and communication skills
Prior exposure to automotive/agriculture/construction/defense OEM or Tier 1 supplier test protocols
Comfortable reading schematics and debugging at component level
Skills
Python
LabView
oscilloscope
power supply
electronic loads
DAQ
logic analyzers
power meters
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k)
Learning stipend
Wellness stipend
Paid time off
About the company
Applied Intuition, Inc. is powering the future of physical AI. Founded in 2017 and now valued at $15 billion, the Silicon Valley company is creating the digital infrastructure needed to bring intelligence to every moving machine on the planet. Applied Intuition services the automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining and agriculture industries in three core areas: tools and infrastructure, operating systems, and autonomy. Eighteen of the top 20 global automakers, as well as the United States military and its allies, trust the company’s solutions to deliver physical intelligence. Applied Intuition is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in Washington, D.C.; San Diego; Ft. Walton Beach, Florida; Ann Arbor, Michigan; London; Stuttgart; Munich; Stockholm; Bangalore; Seoul; and Tokyo. Learn more at applied.co.
We are an in-office company, and our expectation is that full-time employees primarily work from their Applied Intuition office 5 days a week. However, we also recognize the importance of flexibility and trust our employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work, starting the day with morning meetings from home before heading to the office, or leaving earlier when needed to accommodate family commitments. This in-office expectation does not apply to contractor positions
About the role
We’re looking for a Hardware Test Engineer to join our Compute Hardware team. You’ll help validate our automotive-grade PCB designs by performing board-level testing, automating lab workflows, and supporting early prototype hardware characterization.
This role is ideal for someone with a passion for hands-on validation, strong lab skills, and experience with OEM testing protocols. There are a lot of learning opportunities since we design and test next generation boards/hardware solutions for customers in all verticals/industries. This is a small and nimble hardware team with a pretty large scope so every engineer will own a significant project and also have the opportunity to learn and contribute to other projects in our team
At Applied Intuition, you will:
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Execute and improve validation test plans for custom automotive PCBs
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Characterize board performance using lab equipment (oscilloscope, power supply, electronic loads, DAQ, etc.)
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Automate lab equipment and test routines using Python or similar scripting languages
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Analyze and document results in clear, concise reports for internal teams and external customers
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Collaborate with electrical design, system integration, and software teams to support board bring-up and root cause analysis
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Interpret and follow OEM test protocols (e.g., LV124, ISO 16750, CISPR, etc.)
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Maintain lab setups and improve test efficiency with reusable infrastructure
We’re looking for someone who has:
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BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering or equivalent degree
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2–6 years of hands-on experience in board-level testing and validation
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Comfortable working in a lab setting with test equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power meters, etc.)
•
Familiar with thermal, structural, and electrical stress testing
•
Experience with test automation (Python, LabView, or similar)
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Familiarity with vehicle or consumer electronics validation flows
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Strong documentation and communication skills
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Prior exposure to automotive/agriculture/construction/defense OEM or Tier 1 supplier test protocols
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Comfortable reading schematics and debugging at component level
Benefits
Compensation at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits. Base salary is a single component of the total compensation package, which may also include equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment.
Applied Intuition pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum intended target base salary for new hire salaries for the position. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, interview performance, and the level and scope of the position.
Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Legal
Applied Intuition is an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor. Consequently, the parties agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and that these laws are incorporated herein by reference. These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. These regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. The parties also agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of Executive Order 13496 (29 CFR Part 471, Appendix A to Subpart A), relating to the notice of employee rights under federal labor laws.
FOR US-BASED ROLES: Applied Intuition is committed to providing an accessible and inclusive application and interview experience to applicants who are disabled veterans and other applicants with disabilities or medical conditions. Reasonable accommodations are available, requesting an accommodation will not affect your candidacy in any way, and you are not required to disclose the nature of your disability or medical condition in order to make a request. If you require an accommodation please contact [email protected]. We will work with you!