Type Test Engineer We are looking for Type Test Engineer. This position will be based at our Johnson City, TN site This position will work daytime shift and on site and remote (Hybrid position). You'll make an impact by: - Ensuring the compliance, quality, and reliability of Siemens industrial automation products through EMC and functional validation testing
- Supporting continuous improvement of an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory through quality initiatives, accreditation activities, and process optimization
- Collaborating with global engineering, product development, and certification teams to identify and resolve technical issues early in the product lifecycle
- Ensure schedules are maintained and projects proceed in accordance with the client's expectations
- Contributing to customer confidence and product success by delivering accurate, repeatable, and high-quality test results
- Execute tests according to the Quality Management System and the appropriate test standard
- Set up the test environment, prepare the test projects and acquire test data
- Execute the tests within the approved boundaries (function, schedule, quality, customer satisfaction) and log the test results.
- Train new testers or supervise inexperienced testers.
- Perform validations, pre-test assessments and re-integration of equipment - monitor and analyze data to ensure the validity of test results
- Maintain relationships with internal and external test laboratory resources when required by the project
- Check the customer documentation (specifications, data sheet, warnings)
- Monitor and comprehend relevant standards world-wide
- Maintenance of laboratory equipment, functions and procedures to required Standards
- Operational Safety - ensuring that the Lab equipment and processes are safe to operate and meet the appropriate Standards.
- Use test administration or management tools and test monitoring tools as required
- Support the investigation of problems which cannot be duplicated by outside parties, implementing special tests
- Internal and external audit coordination & compliance management
You'll win us over by having the following qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, computer engineering, or an engineering degree
- 3+ years of experience in an EMC, validation, or product testing laboratory environment
- 3+ years of experience in an IEC 17025 and Quality Management System
- Perform EMC testing in accordance with applicable standards with international standards
- Strong knowledge of Quality Management System (QMS) principles, processes, and compliance requirements.
- Experience analyzing, documenting, and reporting test results in a laboratory environment
- Experience using requirements management, compliance, quality, or lifecycle management software such as JARA, Polarion, IBM DOORS, Teamcenter, Jama Connect, or similar platforms.
- Experience developing and executing functional verification and validation test plans
- Experience with PLC hardware, software, and industrial automation systems
- Experience using TIA Portal for PLC programming and automation applications
- Solid understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and experience supporting internal and external audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Required amount of travel with the position
- Must be able to lift parts or sub-assemblies that weigh up to 50 lbs
- Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with limited violations
- Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship
Preferred Qualifications: - 5+ years of experience in a laboratory environment, preferably with PLC products.
- Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and proficiency with requirements management, compliance, and engineering documentation tools such as JARA, Polarion, IBM DOORS, Teamcenter, or equivalent platforms.
- Perform EMC testing in accordance with applicable standards, EMC and functional safety standards.
- Develop and perform functional verification and validation testing to ensure compliance with product specifications and correct operation of test equipment.
- Analyze, document, and report test results within an A2LA ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory environment.
- Develop laboratory-specific PLC hardware and software systems using TIA Portal (S7-1200/1500, WinCC, ET200, HMI, Safety) for test automation, equipment control, and data monitoring applications.
- Support and maintain the laboratory Quality Management System (QMS), including accreditation compliance, method reviews, corrective actions, procedural updates, and audit support.
- Participate in and contribute to ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation activities, continuous improvement initiatives, and both internal and external quality audits.
- Perform and manage quality assurance activities to ensure the validity of test results, including coordination of proficiency testing programs in accordance with ISO/IEC 17043 requirements.
- Experience supporting and participating in internal and external quality audits, including the implementation and follow-up of corrective actions.
- Qualified Internal auditor for ISO17025 or 9001
You'll Benefit FromSiemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html
The pay range for this position is $68,830 - $117,994 annually with a target incentive of 5 of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.
