How to apply for Hardware Test Engineer

About Ampd

Ampd Energy builds battery energy storage systems to replace diesel generators on construction sites. The company focuses on reducing emissions, noise, and operational complexity through connected hardware and software. Working there means contributing to cleaner construction practices in cities worldwide.

About the role

The Hardware Test Engineer owns testing across design and manufacturing at Ampd Energy. You will develop test plans, procedures, and systems that ensure product quality and reliability at scale. This role directly supports the company's goal of delivering robust, versatile energy storage products.

A typical day

You might start by reviewing test results from a manufacturing line, then work with R&D to refine a validation protocol. Later, you could troubleshoot a hardware issue found during production testing. The day ends with updating test documentation and planning improvements.

Who Ampd is looking for

• Experience developing and executing test plans for hardware products, preferably in energy storage or power electronics.
• Ability to translate product requirements from R&D into effective design and manufacturing tests.
• Skilled at troubleshooting hardware issues and driving continuous improvement in testing and production.
• Comfortable working closely with R&D and Quality teams in a fast-changing environment.

Tips for this application

• Highlight any experience testing battery systems, power electronics, or similar hardware in your resume.
• Show how you have translated product requirements into test procedures in past roles.
• Mention specific examples of troubleshooting hardware failures and improving test coverage.
• Demonstrate familiarity with manufacturing test systems and quality assurance processes.
• Explain why you want to work on clean energy storage for construction sites, not just any hardware testing job.

What to cover in your cover letter

Emphasize your hands-on experience with hardware test plan development and execution. Describe a time you improved a test process or caught a critical issue. Connect your work to Ampd's mission of replacing diesel generators. Mention your ability to collaborate with R&D and Quality teams.

Research before applying

• Learn about Ampd Energy's battery energy storage system products and how they replace diesel generators.
• Understand the construction industry's shift toward emission-free equipment and the role of BESS.
• Check Ampd's presence in China and any local manufacturing or testing operations.
• Review typical hardware test standards for energy storage, such as safety and reliability testing.

Likely interview topics

Based on the job description, expect questions about:

• Walk us through how you develop a test plan for a new hardware product.
• Describe a time you found a hardware failure during testing. How did you troubleshoot it?
• How do you ensure test coverage is adequate for manufacturing at scale?
• What experience do you have with battery energy storage systems or power electronics?
• How would you work with R&D to translate product requirements into test procedures?

Common mistakes to avoid

• Submitting a generic resume that does not mention hardware testing or energy storage.
• Failing to show how your testing experience applies to manufacturing at scale.
• Ignoring Ampd's focus on construction sites and clean energy in your application.