Department: Manufacturing Engineering

Location: Marlborough, MA 01752 (On-site)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Overview:

Join our team as a Hardware Test Engineer II, where you will play a crucial role in the development, implementation, and maintenance of both automated and manual production test systems and calibration fixtures. This position involves close collaboration with Design Engineering to facilitate the creation of test procedures that ensure the highest quality and compliance standards in hardware production. You will report directly to the Test Engineering Manager in an on-site capacity.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Test System Development:
  • Design and construct custom test systems, fixtures, and calibration processes.
  • Collaborate with Design Engineering to understand product functionalities and testing needs.
  • Create automated and manual test procedures, data collection methods, and generate relevant documentation.
• Production & Support:
  • Ensure the safety and operational suitability of test equipment in production and supplier settings.
  • Train production personnel and contract suppliers on equipment usage and troubleshooting techniques.
  • Provide hands-on or remote support for troubleshooting Device Under Test (DUT) failures.
• Maintenance & Calibration:
  • Maintain calibration records and statuses for all test instrumentation.
  • Ensure timely maintenance or replacement of components as per schedules.
  • Manage inventory levels for commonly used test setup materials and parts.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Modify equipment and processes to enhance test coverage or accommodate product changes.
  • Identify opportunities for product design and production flow enhancements.
  • Ensure adherence to internal documentation and compliance standards.
  • Support tool and material purchasing decisions with management approval.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering preferred.
• In lieu of a degree, 7+ years of relevant experience and formal technical training will be considered.

Required Experience:

• 3+ years of experience designing and building electronic circuits, test harnesses, and custom test systems.
• Experience in developing and executing test methods and procedures.
• Proficient with analog and digital electronic test instruments.
• Skilled in interpreting and creating technical documentation, including schematics and test instructions.
• Proficient with hand tools, soldering, and electromechanical assembly techniques.

Preferred Experience:

• Knowledge of switching power supplies and high-voltage systems (>10kV).
• Experience with Basic Stamp, PIC microcontrollers, or LabVIEW/Visual Basic programming.
• Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC) methodologies.
• Experience in the electrical power generation or distribution industry.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong foundation in analog and digital electronics principles and mathematics.
• Understanding of programming logic and structure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to read, interpret, and create technical documents across various formats.