Job Details

Overview

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About Base: Base is building the foundation of American power. The grid is the largest, most complex machine in the world. Yet it is aging, struggling to keep up with today's demand, and is unprepared for our electrified future.

Base is modernizing the grid as the first engineering-led, technology-driven power company. We are deploying a nationwide network of distributed batteries that strengthens critical infrastructure and saves Americans money.

Our team of engineers, operators, creatives, technicians, and electricians design and deploy systems at speed. If you want to tackle the problem that will define this century and shape the future of American energy, now is the time. Join us.

About The Role

We are looking for a hardware test engineer to design and run tests that ensure our hardware systems perform reliably under real world conditions. You will be responsible for building and automating test setups, analyzing results, and sharing findings in a clear, useful way. This role is ideal for someone who is hands-on, detail oriented, and comfortable working across mechanical, electrical, and software domains.

What You'll Do

• Run any kind of engineering test - electrical, mechanical, or software.
• Design systems to automate testing across any domain listed above.
• Write world class test reports, communicate findings to the team with high signal and efficiency.

What You'll Bring

• 2+ years in a test engineering role testing electromechanical products which run embedded firmware.
• Deep knowledge of data acquisition systems.
• Knowledge of how to set up, run, troubleshoot and monitor a thermal chamber of any size.
• Experience running tests to characterize mechanical, electrical, thermal performance and more.
• High standards for quality and clarity in technical documentation and test reports.
• Proficient in test engineering automation and data acquisition software suites such as LabVIEW and Python.

Our Values

• In-Person Only: We work full-time in the office. No hybrid. No remote.
• Challenge the Status Quo: Question assumptions. Fix broken systems. Principles > rules.
• Move Fast: Focus on what matters, act quickly, and learn by doing.
• Give and Get Feedback: Be direct, be humble. Challenge ideas, including your own.
• Own the Outcome: Take full responsibility. Deliver results. No excuses.
• Act Like an Owner: Be resourceful, mindful of impact, and committed to the business.
• Be Decisive: Drive clarity. Make bold calls with imperfect info.
• Bring the Intensity: This is not a 9 to 5. This role requires real commitment.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Quality Assurance

Location: San Leandro, CA

Salary: $75,000.00-$175,000.00 per year