Job Description:
The Senior Hardware Quality Engineer (Sr. HQE) will be responsible for working closely with a team of senior Hardware Quality Engineers and outsource test labs to meet the product testing needs of the organization. This includes developing test plans and test specifications based on functional and technical product requirements. Collaborate with Product Development Management (PDM), Program Management (PGM), Industrial Design (ID), Engineering, and Design Assurance (DA) teams to identify solutions to design issues discovered during product testing, ensuring that all products meet standards before release.
The Sr. HQE will play a hands-on role in the product development life-cycle and work closely with cross-functional teams to proactively identify design improvements, resolve development process issues, and facilitate continuous improvement.
Specific Responsibilities
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Develop and implement comprehensive test plans, test specifications, procedures, and methodologies to ensure robust product testing.
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Collaborate with senior team members to execute test cases, ensuring consistent quality and reliability standards.
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Interpret product technical specifications (EE and FW) to design and set up appropriate testing environments.
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Establish and verify system-level and component-level product specifications using test equipment.
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Publish clear and concise test reports to support sound engineering decisions.
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Work with internal teams (DA, ID, Engineering, PDM) to provide input on Product Functional Specifications.
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Capture and incorporate “lessons learned” into new product designs and development processes.
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Provide weekly updates to the Engineering and DA teams.
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Attend cross-functional meetings to represent HWQA requirements for assigned projects.
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Maintain a collaborative and positive team environment, as well as a safe and organized work area.
Core Competencies
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Problem Solving/Analysis: Break down complex issues, identify underlying causes, and prioritize critical details.
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Sense of Urgency: Prioritize tasks effectively, act with urgency, inspire others, and meet deadlines.
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Teamwork: Support team goals and responsibilities, value diverse opinions, and contribute to a positive team atmosphere.
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Technical Skills: Demonstrated expertise with specialty equipment, passion for technology, and knowledge of emerging technologies.
Communication and Collaboration
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Energized by teamwork and collaboration, with a strong focus on quality.
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Demonstrated success in performing, documenting, and communicating risk-based analyses.
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Highly organized and detail-oriented.
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Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
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Skilled in reading and interpreting product specifications and schematics.
Education and Experience Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related field is required.
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3–5 years of experience in Quality Assurance Testing or Test Engineering roles.
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Verbal and written fluency in English and Mandarin Chinese.
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Proficiency with testing tools, such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, thermal imaging cameras, power supply units (PSU), power analyzers, electronic load testing equipment, LCR meters, and impedance analyzers.
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Practical experience with macOS, Windows (10 and above), Android, and iOS operating systems.
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Familiarity with interfaces and technologies, including USB (microUSB 2.0, 3.1, Type A 3.0, Type A 3.1, USB-C), Apple Lightning, USB-Power Delivery (USB-PD), Qualcomm Quick Charging (QC3.0, QC 4.0), and Wireless Qi Charging.
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Experience with AC/DC testing and a solid understanding of quality standards and industry best practices.
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Enthusiasm for Apple and Android devices is a plus.
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Proficient in using MS Office Suite.
What you’re getting into
We’ve got big collaborative spaces for your big ideas, so bring an open mind and leave your suit in the closet. We all are committed to creating unique and rewarding consumer experiences. Everyone is interested in succeeding – for the team, for themselves and for the business. Cross-functionally and across the company, everyone has common goals and aspires to be their best.
You will learn something new or at least look at things differently every day. There are so many smart and creative people around that you’ll be motivated to pursue the ideal.
Team spirit is infectious. Belkin is an extremely open workplace, where communication is essential. Not every idea will be accepted, but you’ll be asked for your point of view. Innovation thrives on multiple and varied levels. At Belkin we challenge conventional wisdom and refuse to accept that something cannot be done.
We are committed to diversity. Belkin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace.
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Location:Neihu, Taipei City
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What We Do
Belkin is a California-based accessories leader delivering award-winning power, protection, productivity, connectivity, and audio products over the last 40 years. Designed and engineered in Southern California and sold in more than 100 countries around the world, Belkin has maintained its steadfast focus on research and development, community, education, sustainability and most importantly, the people it serves. From our humble beginnings in a Southern California garage in 1983, Belkin has become a diverse, global technology company. We remain forever inspired by the planet we live on, and the connection between people and technology.
Throughout its 40-year history, Belkin has developed essential peripherals for devices like laptops, phones and more. Belkin has played an influential role in the early development of key technology standards that are now commonplace in our everyday lives, including USB-C and MagSafe to name a few. Belkin continues to set the pace today as the leading OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) known and revered around the world for its staunch and longstanding relationships with big tech companies like Apple, Samsung, Google, and many others.
Why Work With Us
Belkin is proud to have built a workplace comprised of authentic, brilliant, supportive, collaborative people that celebrate one another’s wins and also challenge each other to grow and achieve their potential. Belkin has grown from the grassroots of entrepreneurship, keeping the same start-up energy and promoting creativity and innovation.
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