Production Test Engineer

ZT Systems•Secaucus, NJ

6d•$60,750 - $81,000

About The Position

The Production Test Engineer is responsible for supporting production testing, failure analysis, and repair activities to ensure quality standards and timely delivery of systems in alignment with the overall production schedule. This role provides first-line support to the production team and serves as a liaison between IT and other engineering teams. Key responsibilities include collecting and analyzing test data, identifying issues, and implementing solutions to improve test process yield and efficiency. The position works closely with cross-functional production and management teams to consistently meet and exceed customer expectations.

Requirements

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize workload and respond quickly to production issues.
Good understanding of server hardware, firmware, and networking.
Ability to summarize large datasets to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
Possess a high level of integrity and strong work ethic
Ability to work effectively across engineering and production teams
Clear communication skills for conveying technical issues and solutions.
BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field OR 5+ years equivalent experience (e.g., in a senior technical role such as Test Specialist, IT Engineer, or similar).
Hands-on experience with server setup, debug, and repair.
Familiarity with manufacturing test environments and processes.
Proficiency in scripting (Linux and Windows environments).
Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Excel, Word).

Nice To Haves

Experience with networking and Intel Server Architecture; Data Center experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Production Test Support Ensure smooth execution of manufacturing tests in production environments.
Provide immediate support for blocking issues to minimize downtime.
Enable and configure network switches and related infrastructure for test environments.
Act as the first point of escalation for test failures and hardware issues.
Create experiments/write scripts to isolate/duplicate failures and understand reproducibility.
Test Process Monitoring & Improvement Monitor daily test operations through data reports, including: Yield percentages Failure summaries First-level failure diagnosis Analyze cycle times and process bottlenecks; propose and implement improvements.
Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize test flows for efficiency and reliability.
Failure Analysis & Technical Support Review test logs to identify root causes of failures.
Create experiments and scripts to isolate and reproduce issues.
Support Quality/RMA teams with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Train production test and repair technicians on troubleshooting and best practices.
Tool Development & Maintenance Develop and maintain scripts and utilities for test execution and debugging.
Develop debug helper scripts and utilities to assist technicians in troubleshooting.
Manage and update tools used for test automation and repair workflows.
Ensure tools are reliable, documented, and accessible to production teams.
NPI Launch Support Provide early feedback on test bugs and improvement opportunities during new product launches.
Track NPI hardware through the manufacturing test process and ensure readiness for mass production.
Assist in configuring test environments for new products.
Quality Improvement Initiatives Support Quality Engineers in investigating SCARs related to test process gaps.
Perform root cause analysis and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance test reliability and reduce false failures.

Benefits

Competitive base salary
Performance-based annual bonus eligibility
401(k) retirement savings plan with generous company match
Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with access to leading providers
Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs-
Company-paid life and disability insurance
Generous paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays
Parental leave and family care support programs
Structured training programs and on-the-job learning opportunities
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