Hardware Test Engineer

Company Overview

CTDI is a global leader in engineering, repair, and logistics services, supporting the world’s largest telecommunications and cable providers. Founded in 1975, CTDI employs 20,000+ professionals across 100+ world‑class facilities worldwide, delivering innovative and cost‑effective solutions throughout the device lifecycle.

Role Overview

CTDI is seeking a Hardware Test Engineer to join our operations in Ichikawa City, Chiba. This is a full‑time, on‑site position focused on supporting, maintaining, and continuously improving our internally developed Automated Test Equipment (ATE) used for consumer electronics testing.

This role is ideal for a hands‑on engineer with strong hardware troubleshooting skills, a passion for quality, and the ability to work cross‑functionally to drive test system performance, reliability, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and support ATE systems used in production to evaluate consumer electronics
• Configure, calibrate, and optimize test systems for maximum performance and uptime
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on all ATE hardware
• Monitor production test results, analyze failure trends, and implement corrective actions
• Troubleshoot hardware issues, identify root causes, and drive permanent resolutions
• Document and report software‑related issues to the software development team
• Deploy new software releases and perform hardware and software upgrades
• Analyze technical requirements and engineering effort for product and system updates
• Create and maintain engineering documentation, including schematics, diagnostics, workflows, and status reports

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related electronics discipline
• 2+ years of hands‑on experience in hardware test engineering (preferred)
• Experience with electrical measurement tools (e.g., DMMs); additional lab equipment is a plus
• Strong analytical, organizational, and follow‑up skills
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced production environment
• Professional communication skills when working with customers and partner companies

Language Requirements

• Intermediate English (reading and speaking) for Japanese applicants
• Conversational Japanese (JLPT N3 level) for non‑native Japanese applicants

Country of Residence

We are only considering applicants who are already based in Japan and have full working rights.

Why Join CTDI

At CTDI, engineers take ownership, solve real‑world problems, and work with advanced testing technologies in a global environment. We value accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement—and we’re looking for engineers who do the same.

• Learn more about CTDI: https://www.ctdi.com