Hardware Validation Engineer (Power & Performance)

Location: Redmond, WA

Department: TECHNOLOGY

Who is Blueprint? 

We are a technology solutions firm headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, with a strong presence across the United States. Unified by a shared passion for solving complicated problems, our people are our greatest asset. We use technology as a tool to bridge the gap between strategy and execution, powered by the knowledge, skills, and the expertise of our teams, who all have unique perspectives and years of experience across multiple industries. We’re bold, smart, agile, and fun. 

What does Blueprint do? 

Blueprint helps organizations unlock value from existing assets by leveraging cutting-edge technology to create additional revenue streams and new lines of business. We connect strategy, business solutions, products, and services to transform and grow companies. 

Why Blueprint? 

At Blueprint, we believe in the power of possibility and are passionate about bringing it to life. Whether you join our bustling product division, our multifaceted services team or you want to grow your career in human resources, your ability to make an impact is amplified when you join one of our teams. You’ll focus on solving unique business problems while gaining hands-on experience with the world’s best technology. We believe in unique perspectives and build teams of people with diverse skillsets and backgrounds. At Blueprint, you’ll have the opportunity to work with multiple clients and teams, such as data science and product development, all while learning, growing, and developing new solutions. We guarantee you won’t find a better place to work and thrive than at Blueprint. 

In This Role

In this role, you will support hardware power and performance analysis through hands-on lab experimentation and data collection. You will assist engineering teams in running benchmarks, capturing thermal and performance metrics, and supporting silicon characterization activities that help optimize hardware systems. This position involves working closely with engineers to set up test environments, analyze performance data, and contribute to automation of benchmarking and measurement workflows. The role is ideal for someone with a foundational understanding of hardware systems who enjoys lab-based experimentation and data-driven engineering work.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct lab-based experiments to measure hardware power, thermal behavior, and system performance.
• Assist in collecting, organizing, and analyzing performance and thermal data from hardware testing environments.
• Support silicon characterization activities for hardware platforms and components.
• Run benchmarking tests and document results to support ongoing hardware development efforts.
• Set up and maintain lab equipment used for power, thermal, and performance measurements.
• Assemble or modify hardware components and prototypes for testing and validation purposes.
• Assist engineers in building and testing working models or simulated hardware configurations.
• Monitor hardware system performance and identify anomalies or optimization opportunities.
• Support development of scripts or tools that automate benchmarking, data collection, and analysis processes.
• Document testing procedures, results, and observations to support engineering teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to support ongoing hardware development initiatives.
• Ensure lab experiments follow established procedures, quality standards, and safety guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• 0–2 years of experience in hardware engineering, hardware testing, or lab-based experimentation.
• Basic understanding of computer hardware components such as processors, circuit boards, and electronic systems.
• Familiarity with hardware testing methodologies, performance benchmarking, or system analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation, blueprints, and engineering diagrams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams.
• Basic knowledge of engineering tools, testing equipment, or design software used in hardware development.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience conducting power or performance analysis in a lab environment.
• Exposure to thermal testing setups, noise testing environments, or hardware validation labs.
• Experience with scripting or automation tools used for benchmarking or data collection (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash).
• Familiarity with hardware characterization workflows or silicon validation processes.
• Experience working with test instrumentation used for performance or thermal measurements.
• Exposure to computer architecture concepts or system-level hardware optimization.
• Experience documenting experimental procedures and engineering test results.

Salary Range 

At Blueprint, we strive to offer competitive pay that reflects the value of our team members. Compensation for this role is influenced by a variety of factors, including skills, education, responsibilities, experience, and geographic market. For candidates based in Washington State, the anticipated salary range is $31.25 to $34.62 USD/Hourly. Please note that we typically do not hire new employees at the top of the posted range. Actual starting pay will be determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity. The final salary and job title may vary depending on the selected candidate’s qualifications and could fall outside the stated range.

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Blueprint Technologies, LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, orientation, veteran/military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital, or familial status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other status protected by law. 

If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please reach out to: [email protected] 

Blueprint believe in the importance of a healthy and happy team, which is why our comprehensive benefits package includes: 

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage 
• Flexible Spending Account 
• 401k program 
• Competitive PTO offerings 
• Parental Leave 
• Opportunities for professional growth and development 

Location: Redmond, WA