Manufacturing Engineering Test Engineer

Role: Manufacturing Engineering - Hardware Test Engineer
Manufacturing Engineering - Hardware Test Engineering Lead
Team Name: Manufacturing Engineering
The Manufacturing Engineering team is the backbone of Ather's production excellence, ensuring every vehicle that rolls off the line is built to perfection. As the Hardware Test Engineer, you will be a vital technical driver in our testing ecosystem, responsible for the end-to-end development and validation of Automated Test Equipment (ATE).
This role is centered on ensuring the reliability and performance of our most critical electronic modules—including the Ather Motor Control Unit, Pheriperal Control Unit, Dashboard, BMS & Battery. You will bridge the gap between design and mass production by developing sophisticated test scripts, designing high-precision fixtures (ICT, FCT, FPT), Testers (FCT, EOL, Flashing stations, Test Rigs) and collaborating with internal cross-functional teams and Extrernal suppliers to maintain world-class quality standards. Your expertise will be instrumental in scaling our production capacity while upholding the rigorous 'Ather Standard' for hardware integrity.
Develop a test case scenario, detailed test specification/test steps, test scripts, test execution and analysis, do defect reporting for the test requirements for MCU, VCU, BMS type of modules.
Manage the hardware and software configuration of box build assemblies in accordance with Ather standards to ensure smooth testing processes
Accountable for delivery of the allocated projects including FCTs, ICTs, FPTs as per the need of the program. (Responsible for meeting time, cost and quality targets in assigned projects.
Equipment, BON Fixtures, Design & Development effort, Wiring etc) required for Equipment building. Working with vendors in communicating requirements, reviewing designs and equipment building at vendor places.
Ability to predict/or forecast testing process cycle times and yield to meet the TAKT and OEE requirements
Accountable for PCBA & BoxBuild debug & analysis
Understanding of vehicle communications software and functions.
Experience and Qualifications:
~ B.Tech/B.E/M.tech/M.E. or equivalent with Specialization in Electrical / Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Instrumentation & Control

Testing of Embedded Hardware Systems (Touch screen based handheld systems,Battery Management Systems,Power distribution and hardware peripherals control systems)

• DFT for Hardware Modules, EFMEA for ATEs
• Familiar with Microcontroller/Microprocessor/DSP Architecture – Registers, Bus, PWM, DMA, watchdog, ADC,DAC, Timers, LED driver ICs etc.
• 4G, GNSS, WI-FI, BT Wireless Protocols testing
• LabVIEW, Electronic Load, Thermal Chamber, Power Supplies,Current probe, Serial Protocol analyzer,USB analyzer, CAN analyzer,DSO,DMM,Datalogger, Hi-pot tester, LCR meter, Spectrum Analyzer, Logic Analyzer, Function generator, Arduino
• 5-7 years of relevant experience in hands-on ATE development for Hardware Modules in Automotive / IoT Systems / Portable consumer electronics domain.

Based on the philosophy of clean design and smart technology, we are transforming the urban commute experience. Beyond the product, we are also setting up an extensive charging network and re-imagining end-to-end ownership experience. Diversity is our strength, and building an inclusive and equitable workplace begins with acknowledging and embracing our differences. We are an equal opportunity employer, and our team reflects a wide range of identities, experiences, and perspectives - all united by a shared passion to shape the Ather journey.