Manufacturing Test Engineer (PCBA)

TL;DR

Manufacturing Test Engineer (PCBA): Building and optimizing automated hardware test infrastructure for high-power electronics with an accent on PCBA functional testing, subsystem validation, and end-of-line system testing. Focus on architecting complete automated test cells, designing high-voltage measurement chains, and implementing robust test sequences for power converters.

Location: On-site in Scotts Valley, USA

Salary: $150,000 – $200,000 per year

Company

hirify.global is a startup building cutting-edge power electronics and scalable hardware solutions to accelerate the electrification of the energy grid.

What you will do

• Define functional test coverage and architect solutions for PCBAs, subsystems, and full systems.
• Design and deliver automated bi-directional converter testers for AC/DC and DC/DC systems.
• Build PCBA functional fixtures (bed-of-nails) and integrate instrumentation such as DAQs, DMMs, and oscilloscopes.
• Partner with design engineering to drive Design-for-Test (DFT), including test points and boundary scan.
• Drive rapid debug loops, improve yield, and manage station version control and calibration.
• Develop regression strategies to ensure stability across builds and firmware releases.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience designing and delivering automated test setups for high-voltage/high-power systems.
• Strong fundamentals in circuits and instrumentation.
• Hands-on experience with scopes, DMMs, and digital interfaces (CAN, Ethernet, SPI, I2C, UART).
• Demonstrated ownership of a test system from concept through deployment and sustainment.
• Must be based in or able to work on-site in Scotts Valley.

Nice to have

• Experience with bi-directional power sources and regenerative loads.
• Experience with HIL development or embedded firmware validation infrastructure.
• Background in PCBA manufacturing functional test and yield improvement.
• Familiarity with production traceability systems and calibration discipline.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative and enriching environment conducive to personal and technical growth.
• Dynamic culture driven by first-principles engineering and hands-on execution.
• Competitive compensation package including salary and equity.
• Comprehensive company benefits.