Job Title: Hardware Test Engineer

Location: Naraina, New Delhi

Job Type: Full-time

Company Overview:

Continental Device India Pvt. Ltd., (CDIL) is a pioneer and a world class Semiconductor Manufacturer of silicon chips and devices since 1964.

With 50 years of semiconductor manufacturing experience, strict standards of quality, constant improvements in R&D, technology, and processes, and the hard work of a team of dedicated professionals, CDIL today is an Indian brand that is recognized globally.

As India is poised for rapid take off and is set to become a manufacturing center for the world, we too look forward to setting new standards of excellence in electronics and introducing our range of products and services to the furthest corners of the globe.

Job Overview:

The Hardware Test Engineer will be responsible for the assembly, testing, and validation of hardware prototypes and electronic systems developed by the design team. This role focuses on ensuring the functional performance, reliability, and quality of new hardware products prior to production release. The ideal candidate will have a hands-on approach to working with PCBs, test instruments, and debugging hardware-level issues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble and test hardware systems as per engineering drawings and specifications.
• Conduct functional, performance, and stress testing of hardware components.
• Identify, isolate, and document hardware issues or failures during the test phase.
• Collaborate closely with hardware design engineers to provide feedback and suggest improvements.
• Maintain test logs, prepare test reports, and update engineering documentation as required.
• Set up and operate test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, logic analyzers, etc.
• Assist in the development of test procedures, fixtures, and automated test setups for validation.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards during testing and assembly.
• Support root-cause analysis and rework activities in case of test failures.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Diploma or Bachelors degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 2-6 years of hands-on experience in hardware assembly, testing, or validation (internships/projects also considered for entry-level).
• Strong understanding of basic electronics and components.
• Experience with using standard test instruments like multimeters, oscilloscopes, etc.
• Familiarity with soldering, rework, and ESD safety practices.
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and strong documentation skills.
• Team player with good communication and collaboration abilities.

Preferred (Not Mandatory):

• Experience working in a hardware R&D or NPI environment.
• Exposure to embedded systems or microcontroller-based products.
• Knowledge of basic scripting (e.g., Python) for automated testing is a plus.