Job Description
Job Description
Position Title: Test Engineer
Department: Test Engineering
Reports to: VP & General Manager
Wage range: $85,000 to $125,000
Job Summary:
The Test Engineer role is a hands-on, technical position that is critical to ensuring product integrity, reliability, and customer satisfaction within fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining robust test systems that support high-quality output and on-time delivery. The role directly contributes to operational excellence by enhancing test coverage, reducing failure rates, and improving throughput. As a cross-functional collaborator, the Test Engineer will work closely with production, quality, engineering, sales, and customer-facing teams to ensure that test operations are aligned with customer requirements and business objectives.
Principal Accountabilities:
Test Development & Implementation
- Design, develop, and maintain end-of-line and in-process test systems, including Functional Verification Testing (FVT), boundary scan, flying probe, automated and manual test setups, etc.
- Implement scalable and reliable test solutions to support both New Product Introduction (NPI) and ongoing production requirements that align with customer requirements for product testing, validation, and field performance.
- Collaborate with the Sales and Program Management teams to grow test capabilities and offerings with both new and existing customers, ensuring alignment with their evolving needs.
- Support customer site visits, technical reviews, and travel to other Impact ES locations to deploy and standardize test solutions across the organization.
- Ensure all test systems are properly documented, validated, and compliant with internal quality standards and customer-specific requirements.
Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement
- Analyze test data to identify trends, improve first-pass yield, reduce false failures, and drive cycle time reduction.
- Develop and maintain KPIs to track test effectiveness and support site-wide continuous improvement programs.
- Actively participate in Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen events to optimize workflow, eliminate waste, and elevate test throughput.
- Provide feedback to engineering and design teams on test-related product improvements and optimization opportunities.
Cross-Functional & Customer-Focused Support
- Collaborate with production, planning, and engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of test processes into daily operations.
- Support technician training and troubleshooting, ensuring consistency and adherence to test procedures.
- Provide technical support during customer visits, audits, and quarterly business reviews (QBRs).
- Contribute to cross-site standardization of test methods, process documentation, and best practices.
Qualifications & Experience:
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Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
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A minimum of three (3) years of hands-on experience in test engineering within an electronics manufacturing environment (EMS industry experience strongly preferred).
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Demonstrated proficiency in developing automated and manual test solutions using tools such as LabVIEW, TestStand, C/C++, or Python.
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Solid understanding of electronic assemblies and diagnostic tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters).
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Familiarity with relevant industry standards such as IPC, ISO 13485, and AS9100, and how they influence test planning and compliance.
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Proven track record of improving test coverage, first-pass yield, and operational efficiency through data-driven approaches.
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Experience in coaching or mentoring technical staff to support team development and knowledge transfer.
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Strong organizational and analytical skills with a focus on accountability and performance improvement.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams and with customers.
Additional Requirements:
Travel up to 10-15% to support customer interaction, test equipment setup, or multi-site deployment. Flexibility to support off-shift or weekend activities as needed during critical production windows.
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