Diag Engineer/Hardware Validation Engineer

  • San Jose, CA
  • Posted 8 hours ago | Updated 8 hours ago

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)
No Travel Required

Skills

Computer Networking
Automated Testing
Computer Hardware
Ethernet
Linux
Documentation
Electrical Engineering
Hardware Installation
PCI Express
Python
Debugging
GPU
InfiniBand
NPI
Operating Systems
PCIE
Networking

Job Details

Job Description

Engineer will work Sunday to Thursday and or other engineer Tuesday to Saturday (one weekend day they have to work)

Swing Shift - 3 to 11:30 PM Only (please check with candies before sharing resumes)

Mandatory skills: Strong in Python, server side like PCIE, Networking, Electrical Engineering background.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform first-level hardware triage and troubleshooting for PCs and server platforms.
  • Support hardware board bring-up, diagnostics, and test development, especially for complex systems connecting over non-uniform interfaces.
  • Design and implement diagnostic tools and scripts for early hardware validation and fault isolation.
  • Identify and resolve setup issues and test failures using structured troubleshooting methodologies.
  • Develop and maintain test automation using Shell and Python scripting.
  • Validate system-level functionality across hardware interfaces including NVLink, Infiniband, Ethernet, PCIe, USB, HDMI, I2C/SPI.
  • Work with motherboards and GPU platforms in lab environments.
  • Work with systems connected by various networking protcols, including Ethernet, NVLink and Infiniband
  • Operate in Windows and Linux operating systems for test and debug tasks.
  • Use lab test equipment for board validation and diagnostics (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers).
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support diagnostics, validation, and smooth product transitions in the NPI cycle.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • BS Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
  • Hands-on experience with servers and PCs, and hardware debugging.
  • Experience with High-speed interface PCIe, board bring-up, and diagnostics/test development.
  • Strong scripting skills in Shell and Python.
  • Familiarity with Windows and Linux OS environments.
  • Working knowledge of hardware protocols: Ethernet, Infiniband, PCIe, USB, HDMI, I2C, SPI.
  • Experience with CPUs and GPUs.
  • Proficient in using test equipment for diagnostics and validation.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Experience in a high-tech or NPI environment.

Preferred (Bonus) Skills:

  • Ability to read schematics and understand hardware documentation.
  • Experience with firmware and OS installation.
  • Prior involvement in diagnostics development or validation framework design.
  • Familiarity with NVLink or Infiniband hardware, configuration and troubleshooting.
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