Tester Design Engineer 2

Job Summary:
Support the design, planning, installation, and maintenance of automated test inspection machines and equipment. Engineer will interpret the product test specifications and develop testing methods to ensure quality of electronic products. Using a variety of measurement hardware and custom software we ensure products sold to our customers have zero defects. 

**The level of position is flexible based on the candidate identified**

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide daily production line support
• Create/modify electrical inspection test software programs, test systems
• Setup/Repair/Modify production electrical inspection testers
• Develop machine/fixture/software specifications 
• Travel to various vendors, customers, and other group companies
• Develop software solutions for analyzing data, automating common tasks, and process improvement
• General production improvement tasks upon request including time studies, cost analysis, ROI studies, cost reduction activities 
• Project launch activities including obtaining funds, obtaining approval from upper management, and project management from project start until mass production launch
• Quality improvement tasks upon request including optimization of inspection tests, capability studies, defect root cause analysis, countermeasure development and implementation
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is required
• 0-5 years of relevant experience

Skills and Abilities:

• Competent written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills
• Analytical skills with the ability to collect, analyze and interpret large amounts of data
• Project management/organization and scheduling abilities
• Problem solving skills, electrical troubleshooting, and root cause analysis
• Knowledge of C, C++, or Python programming language (others may be considered)
• Capable of using benchtop equipment (Oscope, DMM, Power supplies, etc)
• Circuit analysis - schematic reading
• Technical reporting 
• Basic knowledge of CAD (AutoCAD or SolidWorks) and engineering software
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits Summary:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Plans
• 401K with 4% Company Match
• Vacation/PTO and 13 Paid Holidays
• Bonus Program
• FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs
• Company provided Life, Disability, ADD, and Business Travel Insurance
• Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs
• Various Optional Insurance Programs such as Legal, Identity Theft, Critical Illness, etc.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Development and Ongoing Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program
• Volunteer opportunities
• Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)
• Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)
• Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)

Candidates residing 50+ miles from the work location are eligible for relocation assistance.

Annual Salary: $80,000 - $100,000
 

• Provide daily support to the production line, ensuring smooth operations.
• Create and modify electrical inspection test software programs to enhance testing efficiency.
• Setup, repair, and modify production electrical inspection testers as needed.
• Develop specifications for machines, fixtures, and software to optimize testing processes.
• Travel to various sites, including vendors, customers, and group companies, for project-related tasks.
• Develop software solutions for data analysis, task automation, and process improvement.
• Conduct general production improvement tasks, including time studies and cost analysis.
• Manage project launches, from obtaining funds and approvals to overseeing the mass production launch.
• Perform quality improvement tasks, such as optimizing inspection tests and conducting defect root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure the successful completion of assigned projects and tasks.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is mandatory.
• 0-5 years of relevant experience in a similar role is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong presentation abilities.
• Analytical prowess, capable of handling large datasets and interpreting results.
• Proficiency in project management, organization, and scheduling techniques.
• Strong problem-solving skills, including electrical troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Knowledge of programming languages such as C++, C#, or Python is essential.
• Experience with benchtop equipment and circuit analysis is required.
• Basic knowledge of CAD software (AutoCAD or SolidWorks) and engineering principles.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite is a must-have.