Hardware Test Engineer

Job Title: HW Test Engineer – Motor & Inverter
Job Category: Hardware Testing / Motor & Inverter
Location: Odawara, Kanagawa, Japan
Position Type: Full-Time
Language Requirement: Japanese Language Proficiency – JLPT N4 or above
Company: Our Client (Engineering Services Organization)

Position Overview

Our client is looking for a HW Test Engineer to support hardware testing activities for motor and inverter systems in a marine/ automotive application program. The role is based at the customer location in Odawara, Japan , where the engineer will work on inverter testing using a motor test bench for an outboard motor and inverter development project .

The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in hardware testing, data collection, and test reporting , and should be comfortable working independently while collaborating with Japanese engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform inverter testing using a motor test bench for marine/automotive application products.

• Understand hardware and hardware testing requirements for motor and inverter systems.

• Receive technical instructions from the Japanese Hardware Lead and execute testing activities accordingly.

• Conduct lab testing, validation, and hardware debugging .

• Collect and analyze test data and prepare detailed test reports .

• Support hardware diagnostics and troubleshooting , including soldering and hardware issue resolution.

• Ensure testing is conducted in accordance with defined procedures and engineering standards.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of hardware testing processes and validation methods .

• Hands-on experience with lab testing equipment and hardware debugging .

• Experience preparing and reviewing test reports and technical documentation .

• Skilled in soldering and diagnosing hardware issues .

• Familiarity with hardware testing tools and equipment such as:

  • CANOe

  • Hardware simulation tools

  • Motor load systems

  • Oscilloscope

  • DAQ systems

  • Chiller plants

  • Power supplies and other testing equipment

Preferred Domain Experience

• Experience in Marine or Automotive domain is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics , or a related engineering discipline.

Experience

• Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience in hardware testing or validation.