Nortech Systems Incorporated

Senior Test Engineer

Nortech Systems Incorporated • $100K — $130K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of experience with automated test systems for electronic or electromechanical products.
  • Proficiency in automated test platforms like NI LabVIEW and programming languages such as Python or C++.
  • Ability to read electrical schematics and PCB layouts.
  • Hands-on experience with test fixtures and electronic instrumentation.

Responsibilities

  • Develop automated test strategies to meet coverage and cycle time goals.
  • Lead the lifecycle of automated test equipment and product interfaces.
  • Create and maintain test software and data acquisition interfaces.
  • Define test requirements and acceptance criteria for various testing phases.
  • Troubleshoot failures and implement corrective actions to improve reliability.
  • Analyze test data and communicate findings through technical reports.
  • Collaborate with product teams to enhance testability and manufacturability.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and families.
  • 401k plan with company match.
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
  • Diverse and inclusive workplace with opportunities for advancement.
Full Job Description
We are looking for a Senior Test Engineer who is passionate about delivering high-quality, reliable products, thrives in a collaborative manufacturing environment, and is eager to drive innovation through advanced testing, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives that make a meaningful impact on people's lives around the world.

The pay range for this role is $100k - $130k annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, and other candidate qualifications.

We are willing to assist with relocation! Relocation Bonus may be applicable depending on your location.

What Nortech Offers:
• Competitive compensation
• Outstanding benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance for employee & family, including a 100% company-paid base medical plan for employees; 401k with company match; tuition reimbursement and PTO
• A diverse and inclusive workplace fostering responsible social engagement
• Training and opportunity for advancement

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Develop cost effective automated test strategies that achieve documented coverage and cycle time objectives.
  • Lead the full lifecycle of automated test equipment, fixtures, instrumentation, controls, and product interfaces, including architecture, design, build, integration, qualification, calibration, deployment, maintenance, and obsolescence support.
  • Develop and maintain test software, sequences, drivers, and data acquisition interfaces using appropriate platforms and programming languages.
  • Define test requirements, methods, conditions, acceptance criteria, and sequences for development, verification, and production testing.
  • Troubleshoot product and test system failures, perform root cause and statistical analysis, and implement corrective actions that improve yield, reliability, coverage, and test time.
  • Analyze test data and communicate results, risks, and recommendations through clear technical reports and project updates.
  • Perform Design for Test reviews and collaborate with product teams to improve testability, diagnosability, manufacturability, and reliability.
  • Create and maintain test system requirements, design documentation, schematics, drawings, PCB layouts, procedures, verification protocols, reports, and controlled records.
  • Support production personnel and train users in the safe and effective operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of test systems.
  • Develop technical proposals, estimates, and production test cycle time projections.
  • Lead projects, coordinate suppliers and cross functional teams, and mentor other engineers and technicians.
  • Comply with applicable quality system, safety, and documentation requirements.
  • Coach and mentor less experienced team members
  • May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.


This role requires:

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering technology, or related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Five or more years of experience developing and supporting automated test systems for electronic or electromechanical products in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience integrating test software, instrumentation, fixtures, controls, and devices under test.
  • Proficiency with an automated test platform such as NI LabVIEW and TestStand, CheckSum, or a comparable system, plus a programming or scripting language such as Python, C#, C/C++, or similar.
  • Ability to read electrical schematics and PCB layouts, select test equipment, and establish test methods and acceptance criteria.
  • Hands on experience building, modifying, troubleshooting, and repairing test fixtures, prototype circuit boards, cables, connectors, and related hardware.
  • Experience using electronic instrumentation such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, power supplies, data acquisition systems, and communication interfaces.
  • Experience with test system verification, calibration, data analysis, root cause analysis, and controlled engineering documentation.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead technical work, manage priorities, communicate results, and collaborate across Engineering, Quality, Operations, suppliers, and customers.


Candidates with the following background are preferred:

  • Experience with CheckSum systems, NI hardware and software, or other production ATE platforms.
  • Experience with DFT, boundary scan, in circuit test, functional test, firmware programming, or rack mounted diagnostic systems.
  • Experience with Altium, SolidWorks, or comparable electrical and mechanical design tools.
  • Experience applying DOE, FMEA, measurement system analysis, and statistical methods to test development and manufacturing improvement.
  • Experience in an ISO 9001, ISO 13485, FDA regulated, or aerospace and defense quality environment.


VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. Certain positions at Nortech require access to information, or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and other US government security regulations. These laws do not permit access rights to non-US citizens, or to other unauthorized individuals. Therefore, presently, all applicants must be US Citizens, or US Permanent Residents ("green card holders"), and/or otherwise comply with ITAR requirements for access rights, to be considered for a position.

About Nortech Systems Incorporated

Nortech Systems Incorporated is a full-service electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider of wire and cable assemblies, printed circuit board assemblies, and higher-level complete box build assemblies for a wide range of industries. The company serves the aerospace/defense, medical, industrial, and communications markets. Nortech Systems has manufacturing capabilities in the United States, Mexico, and China. The company was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Wayzata, Minnesota.
Learn more about Nortech Systems Incorporated
Size
1,000 employees
Market Cap
$31.9 million
Industry
Net Income
$2.2 million
5 Year Trend
-0.3%
Revenue
$111 million
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