Senior Test Engineer

Ametek • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

The Senior Test Engineer will develop and maintain Functional and Acceptance Test solutions for AMETEK Programmable Power products including multi-unit integrated systems, box-level final assemblies, module assemblies and printed circuit board assemblies. This is a hands-on position that will interface with hardware, firmware and software necessary to ensure that AMETEK's sophisticated programmable power supplies meet the needs of our aerospace, industrial and government customers. This position acts as a liaison between Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality in a fast-paced, dynamic environment to ensure our goals for product and personnel safety, quality, delivery and productivity are met.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 5 years experience in electronics manufacturing environment (assembly, test, troubleshooting).
• Due to the nature of our programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the U.S. and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with automatic test equipment, including hardware and software development.
• Proficient in Microsoft Visual C# and/or National Instrument TestStand.
• Knowledge of one or more of the following programming languages; Agilent VEE, National Instruments LabWindows/CVI, Visual Basic 6.
• Experience with various test equipment including: oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, function generators, power analyzers, electronic loads, shunts and acquisition systems.
• Ability to read engineering documentation including: mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, manufacturing work instructions and bills of materials.
• Experience with OrCAD Capture program to create schematics of test hardware.
• Ability to work independently or as a team member.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.
• Knowledge of power supply testing methodologies.
• Experience in functional test fixture design for PCBA and electronic sub-assemblies.
• Experience in data analytics/visualization software (Microsoft Power BI).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate engineering specifications and documents to define manufacturing test requirements.
• Write and maintain detailed Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP).
• Design, construct, and maintain hardware and software of Automated Test Equipment (ATE), Burn-in equipment and test fixtures.
• Participate in new product development teams throughout the lifecycle of design, requirements documentation, engineering validation testing (EVT), design validation testing (DVT), test equipment development, and deployment in support of full rate production.
• Actively participate in software development, design and code reviews to provide ready test programs for manufacturing.
• Provide training and technical assistance to Test Technicians across multiple product lines.
• Analyze first pass yield data to diagnose root causes of test failures and implement corrective actions to prevent future recurrence.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, holiday pay, and paid time off.
• Great benefits package that includes health, vision, and dental insurance.
• 401(k), plus matching.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs), health savings account (HSA) with AMETEK contribution, life insurance, disability insurance, and family medical leave.
• Employee referral program.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Exciting, fast-paced environment where you could make a true impact.
• Opportunities for career advancement within our business unit and across all other AMETEK business entities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree