The Test Engineer (TE) works closely with Creation's Customer Focused Team and is responsible for the commissioning, validation, sustaining and support of customer supplied, and Creation designed test systems. The TE will ensure that exceptional test procedures and test system documentation are available to allow smooth production flow. As the TE, you will use your grounding in Design for Test (DFT) and manufacturing philosophy, to define the test process, methods, improvements, equipment, and tools necessary to result in high production yields. Our customers will see you as an extension to their test engineering team, as you propose DFT recommendations to improve efficiency, reduce cost and improve quality. You will work in collaboration with the production team to troubleshoot, and support root cause analysis of test failures related to supplier quality, SMT or final assembly. The TE will ensure that test related engineering changes are properly implemented. This position directly reports to the Engineering / Test Engineering Leader and supports the Customer Focused Teams.
DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES include, but not limited to:
- Work with Customer Test Teams to establish optimum production test strategies
- Understand and implement DFT philosophy
- Collaborate with fixture developers and suppliers, and coordinate procurement of test equipment
- Communicate with customers, suppliers, and technical support teams to resolve test issues
- Troubleshoot and debug test system hardware and software
- Maintain, upgrade, and repair test systems and fixtures
- Develop and revision-control test system documentation
- Commission and validate test systems for functionality, performance, and test coverage
- Provide technical guidance, training, and support for production test teams
- Support continuous improvement of manufacturing test systems already in production
- Participate in Quality Assurance meetings and help investigate test-related issues
- Participate in team meetings, providing feedback & reports as required
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent
- Minimum 3 years experience in a manufacturing test environment
- Sound fundamental knowledge of digital and analog circuitry
SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Proficient in the use of test and measurement instrumentation, including analog, digital & RF
- Proficient in the use of standard test equipment such as Oscilloscopes & Function Generators
- Working knowledge of In-circuit Test, Boundary Scan and Flying Probe
- Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Debug of test systems using design of experiments, tools, and failure analysis methodologies
- Solid technical documentation abilities
- Able to understand and create electrical schematic diagrams
- Able to gather technical data, compile information, and provide recommendations
- Demonstrate initiative, independent judgment and creativity
- Excellent communicator in both spoken and written English
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Ability to sort, filter, and analyze data in Excel
- Comfortable in presenting to and meeting customers in person
- Able to manage and prioritize several projects at once
- Basic soldering and wiring skills
BENEFICIAL SKILLS:
- Proven experience developing automated test systems preferably in a manufacturing test environment
- Extensive knowledge of test and measurement instrumentation including test automation and PC based I/O and data acquisition hardware
- Experience using PXI or LXI instrumentation
- Use of advanced RF test equipment such as Spectrum Analyzers & Power Meters
- Design and develop test fixtures and associated test software
- Ability to develop test software in NI LabVIEW/TestStand or Visual Studio (C++, C#, VB)
- Experience using Aster TestWay
- Design experience using In-circuit Test, Boundary Scan or Flying Probe
- Ability to design PCB schematics and PCB layout using CAD software
- Aptitude for mechanical and electro-mechanical concepts
- Project Management experience
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Physical Demands
- As expected within a typical office type environment however may on occasion spend an extended amount of time standing or walking in a production environment
- The incumbent must possess enough strength to safely maneuver around equipment or materials, and lift 25lbs without injury to themselves or others
- Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less). Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
- Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
Mental Demands
- Emotionally capable of professionally handling high-pressure situations in a fast paced, highly demanding industry
Working Conditions
- Equal mix of office and production environment.
- You will be required to wear safety clothing and gear when working in safety sensitive environments
