Job Description

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce management solutions, committed to connecting skilled professionals with meaningful career opportunities.

Job Title: Hardware Validation Engineer (Entry-Level)

Job Type: Temp-to-Hire

Pay Range: $36 – $41/hour

Location: Fremont, CA

Overview:

An established manufacturing organization is seeking an entry-level Hardware Validation Engineer to join its engineering services team. This position supports product testing, troubleshooting, and validation across server, networking, and personal computing platforms. The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of electronics and computer hardware, with strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced technical environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in configuring test environments to validate hardware product functionality
• Execute scale testing procedures; support root cause analysis and issue triage
• Identify and classify issues related to hardware, scripts, or software
• Document test results, procedures, and issue resolutions accurately
• Collaborate with engineers across departments on test and validation tasks
• Perform other related engineering duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Understanding of server components and computer hardware architecture (e.g., system bus, PCI-e, USB)
• Familiarity with hardware such as switches, power systems, and laptops/PCs
• Experience using digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, and soldering tools (preferred)
• Exposure to communication and management protocols (e.g., Ethernet, Redfish, IPMI, PCIe)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office for reporting and documentation
• Analytical mindset with effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a technical team

Preferred Technical Skills:

• Exposure to scripting or programming languages (e.g., Python) for test automation or data collection
• Hands-on experience with lab hardware or debugging tools
• Knowledge of system integration or hardware troubleshooting

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field (preferred)
• Internship, academic, or personal project experience with computer hardware or circuit design encouraged

Benefits : Use this link bit.ly/4cGUQSh to learn more about benefits available to Eastridge’s temporary employees. From time to time Eastridge’s clients may offer additional benefits to Eastridge employees while on assignment. Information about those benefits will be communicated when applicable.

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please note that Eastridge is unable to provide visa sponsorship to applicants.

Certain clients require Eastridge to perform background checks and Eastridge will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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