Quest Global Manufacturing

Automation Engineer (Hardware Testing Consumer Electronics)

Quest Global Manufacturing$100K — $120K *
Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in test automation in consumer electronics.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
  • Expertise in embedded system testing automation and manual validation.
  • Strong proficiency in Python and scripting, familiar with C.
  • Familiarity with testing Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Camera, Audio, and Sensors.
  • Ability to work across macOS and Windows environments.
  • Good communication skills and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Integrate test stations and mechanical fixtures into the automation framework.
  • Build and maintain end-to-end data pipelines from testing to reporting.
  • Leverage AI to enhance test automation and build efficiency tools.
  • Drive validation execution to meet project goals and deadlines.
  • Design and analyze automated test stations for data-driven decisions.
  • Collaborate with ML engineers on model performance evaluation.
  • Document test results and track bug resolution effectively.

Benefits

  • 401(k) with matching
  • Comprehensive dental, vision, and health insurance
  • Life insurance and short/long term disability
  • Paid time off
  • Employee referral program
Full Job Description
Job Requirements

The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills:

What You will Do:
  • Test Station & Fixture Bring up Integration: Partner with third party vendors in Mechatronic fixture bring up and Integrate test stations and mechanical fixtures into the automation framework. Build and maintain E2E data pipelines from test execution through to automated reporting dashboards. Manage the underlying test infrastructure.
  • AI-Driven Automation & Tooling Leverage AI capabilities to enhance test automation Build AI-powered tooling to improve team efficiency and reduce manual effort.
  • Validation Execution & Prioritization: Drive and execute validation to meet key deadlines and priority goals. Demonstrate high agency and ownership, define what to work on, not just execute.
  • Experimentation & Data-Driven Decisions: Design, run, and analyze automated test stations and support data-driven product decisions through rigorous analysis and clear recommendations.
  • ML & Signal Quality Partnership: Partner with ML engineers and research scientists on model performance evaluation and signal quality assessment.
  • Executive Reporting & Communication: Deliver executive-level status reporting with strong presentation skills. Contribute to Wearables-wide metric reviews with quantitative, data-backed insights.
  • Documentation & Bug Tracking: Clearly document test results. Keep track of bugs encountered and fixed. Maintain traceability from execution to resolution.

What You Will Bring:

Qualifications / Requirements :
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in test automation within the consumer electronics industry, spanning product validation, hardware integration, and data pipeline development.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

Skills and Competencies
  • Highly skilled in embedded system testing automation scripting and manual validation. Familiarity with core embedded concepts (MCU, SoC, memory architecture).
  • Python & ScriptingStrong expertise in Python. Capable of writing shell/batch scripts as required. Nice to have: C.
  • Python LibrariesWorking proficiency with pandas, numpy, opencv, and ability to identify and adopt new libraries as needed.
  • Peripheral Device Testing, hands-on testing with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Camera, Audio, and Sensors, including proficiency on testing tools and protocols.
  • Comfortable working across both macOS and Windows environments.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Should be able to communicate effectively and positively

Pay Range: $100,000 - $120,000

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Work Requirements:

This role is considered an on-site position located in New York
• You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.

Benefits

Full-time (Regular)
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability

About Quest Global Manufacturing

Quest Global Manufacturing is a leading provider of engineering and manufacturing services to the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia. Quest Global Manufacturing has a team of over 11,000 professionals who work with clients around the world to design, build, and maintain complex systems and components. The company's services include product design, engineering, prototyping, testing, and more. Quest Global Manufacturing is committed to delivering innovative solutions that help its clients succeed in today's competitive marketplace.
Learn more about Quest Global Manufacturing
Size
11,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1997

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