Hardware Test Engineer
Zaptec Charger · Sandnes, Norway
The Hardware Test Engineer plans and runs manual and automated tests for new and existing charging hardware, analyzes results, and improves verification methods in collaboration with hardware and firmware engineers. The role combines electronics lab work with basic programming in Python, C, or similar languages at Zaptec Charger AS.
Tech stack: Python, C
About the role
As our new Hardware Test Engineer, you'll help ensure the quality, reliability and performance of Zaptec's products before they reach our customers.
Working closely with colleagues across hardware and firmware development, you'll plan, execute and continuously improve testing throughout the product development process. From validating new designs to pushing products to their limits, you'll uncover weaknesses, solve technical challenges and help shape how we test our hardware.
No two days are exactly alike, but your work will typically include:
Plan and execute test activities for new and existing hardware products.
Configure and run automated tests for both long-term reliability and product releases.
Work closely with hardware and firmware engineers to investigate issues and improve product quality.
Analyse test results and identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement.
Contribute to verification and validation strategies and help define how we test future products.
Develop new test methods and improve our existing test setup.
Support continuous improvements that make our products even more robust and reliable.
Is this you?
You enjoy figuring out how things work and why they sometimes don't. Whether you're investigating an unexpected test result, improving a test setup or validating a new design, you're motivated by solving technical challenges and helping build reliable, high-quality products.
You're equally comfortable working hands-on in the lab as you are analysing test results, and you enjoy collaborating with engineers from different disciplines to find the best solutions.
Personal skills we value
You take ownership of your work and enjoy seeing tasks through from start to finish.
You have a structured and analytical approach to problem-solving.
You're curious and continuously look for ways to improve both products and processes.
You enjoy collaborating across teams and sharing knowledge with others.
You pay attention to the details while keeping the bigger picture in mind.
As for the skills required for this job
A good understanding of electronics.
Practical experience with soldering and general laboratory work.
Experience with hardware testing, verification or validation is an advantage.
Basic programming knowledge, for example in Python, C or similar languages.
Experience with automated testing is an advantage.
A relevant Bachelor's or Master's degree, a certificate of apprenticeship or equivalent practical experience.
Professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken. Norwegian is a plus.
Perks & benefits
We trust you do your job, flex your own day
We'll provide the hardware you need
Career growth & competence development
Pick your favourite Zaptec gear - it’s on us.
We got your back in regards to insurance and pensions
Take part in our yearly bonus scheme
Don't forget social events