STAFF HARDWARE TEST ENGINEER

Who We AreAurora (Nasdaq: AUR) is delivering the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly to make transportation safer, increasingly accessible, and more reliable and efficient than ever before. The Aurora Driver is a self-driving system designed to operate multiple vehicle types, from freight-hauling semi-trucks to ride-hailing passenger vehicles, and underpins Aurora Horizon and Aurora Connect, its driver-as-a-service products for trucking and ride-hailing. Aurora is working with industry leaders across the transportation ecosystem, including Toyota, FedEx, Volvo Trucks, PACCAR, Uber, Uber Freight, U.S. Xpress, Werner, Covenant, Schneider, and Ryder. For Aurora’s latest news, visit aurora.tech and @aurora_inno on Twitter.Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We’re searching for a Staff Hardware Test Engineer. The Electrical Validation Team (EVT team), a key part of the Product Integrity (PI) group, is responsible for the electrical validation of PCBA designs and validation of integration into our kit. Our team's primary duties include participating in design reviews, developing comprehensive test plans, executing tests, and performing in-depth root-cause analysis. In addition, we collaborate closely with the Reliability, New Product Introduction (NPI), and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues. The EVT team also plays a critical role in addressing and root-causing field issues.Given the nature of our work, team members possess a strong electrical engineering background, engage in hands-on engineering activities within the lab, and are well-versed in operating multidisciplinary lab equipment. The team is also responsible for conducting test readiness reviews, contributing to design reviews, and working closely with cross-functional teams.Collaboration and teamwork are essential for uniting various stakeholders and guiding implementation decisions across different disciplines. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, able to work independently, learn, tailor and execute processes, and thrive in a collaborative environment.In this role, you willDevelop and implement test methodology for verifying and validating hardware operation of complex systems.Work directly with Aurora’s HW and SW Embedded design engineering teams to create validation test plans, procedures, and reports.Plan, evaluate, and purchase required test equipment for validation work in the lab.Perform component, board, and system level electrical, functional and characterization measurements.Deploy automated scripts/software to test systems, analyze data, and create test reports.Investigate failure root cause and help drive product improvements.Support hardware design team with bring-up, experiments/evaluations, and measurements.Support and train junior team members with troubleshooting, measurements, and testing.Presenting and documenting the test reports and test plans, review the schematic and HW architecture;Directing junior-level and assisting senior-level engineers on various projects;Designing and prototyping test boardsSetup a test rack with networking on linux based OSRequired QualificationsBS or MS in Electrical Engineering or a related field.Extensive experience in testing, analyzing, or designing electrical systems.Experience with testing and characterizing communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, and MDIO.Proficiency in using lab equipment, including oscilloscopes, electronic loads, VNA, TDR, and spectrum analyzers.Strong knowledge of Electrical Engineering fundamentals.Experience working in a Linux environment.Ability to set up test stations with network configurations.Extensive experience in hardware troubleshooting and FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis).Knowledge of shell scripting and Python.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Desirable QualificationsExperience on Lidar HW design and/or testingExperience on ISO16750-2 testingProven experience in the product life cycle development process from concept to production.Project management of complex systemsFamiliar with EE design tools, such as schematic capture and layout.The base salary range for this position is $181,000 - $290,000. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.#LI-CV1#Mid-SeniorWorking at AuroraAt Aurora, we bring together extraordinarily talented and experienced people united by the strength of our values. We operate with integrity, set outrageous goals, and build a culture where we win together — all without any jerks.We have offices in several locations across the United States, where we encourage team and cross-functional collaboration. Aurora offers competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits, and additional healthcare support including medical transportation reimbursement, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits. We empower our employees and their families with options to further their unique physical, mental, and financial well-being.Our Learning and Development offerings include Aurora Academy, where our people learn, develop, and practice the essential skills that drive Aurora’s mission, continually up-leveling our team along the way. Our Careers page provides insight into career opportunities at Aurora, and you can find all the latest news on our Blog. Safety is central to everything we do. Every employee at Aurora has a role in contributing to safety, every step of the way. We seek candidates who take active responsibility, can contribute to building an atmosphere of trust, and invest in the organization's long-term success by working safely — no matter what.We believe that self-driving technology has broad benefits – including increased access to transportation. To realize those benefits, we need a workforce with diverse experiences, insights, and perspectives — a workforce that reflects the communities our technology will serve.Aurora is committed to providing access to anyone who seeks information from our website. We invite anyone using assistive technologies, such as a screen reader or Braille reader, to email us at careersiteaccommodations@aurora.tech if they experience difficulty using our website. 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For California applicants, information collected and processed as part of your application and any job applications you choose to submit is subject toAurora’s California Employment Privacy Policy.Diversity, Equity and InclusionAt Aurora, every employee is empowered to take an active role in building an inclusive, collaborative, and unified culture that leverages our diverse strengths, perspectives, and backgrounds. Transforming how the world moves people and goods involves seeking to understand backgrounds, insights, and lived experiences that differ from our own. One way we accomplish that is with our 15 employee-led Aurora Unified Groups, which support diverse voices and drive inclusive collaboration. We believe that teamwork, belonging, and trust motivate and support our employees to do their best work. As our team grows, we strive to attract and retain exceptional talent that adds new perspectives and experiences and continues to drive innovation. 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