Senior Test Engineer

Keytronic • Spokane Valley, WA

157d • $85,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The Senior Test Engineer provides electrical test engineering support involving automation, assembly, maintenance, and data collection. The role develops test routines, software, and systems to test products against customer specifications, and is responsible for production support, costing, development, training, and test automation across the company.

The position leads development and improvement of test systems, operating systems, and related hardware and software. It works with customers, outside vendors, and cross-functional teams to define testability requirements, develop specifications, plan new product introductions, and transition test processes between facilities. The role also provides technical expertise on production and quality issues, develops test plans and pricing information, supports root-cause analysis, and establishes corporate test strategies.

The Senior Test Engineer leads a cross-functional manufacturing engineering team for new product introductions, represents manufacturing and test engineering on program teams, and mentors and supervises other engineers. The position reports to the Test Engineering Manager. Work takes place in a fast-paced, time-pressured environment requiring accuracy and multitasking, typically in a quiet open-cubicle setting, with some areas that may be louder.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering or computer science; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Four or more years of relevant experience in test engineering, firmware development, C and C++ programming, electronic circuits, and system design.
• Ability to program with LabVIEW.
• Ability to operate and knowledge of MFG PRO or similar manufacturing software.
• Ability to interpret test output for troubleshooting defects; familiarity with advanced programming languages, database generation, network theory, and high-level component design and integration.
• Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts and statistical methods, including frequency distributions, test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation, sampling theory, and factor analysis.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, determine critical parameters, and develop process controls.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions presented in mathematical or diagram form and work with abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to read and understand PCA assembly drawings and technical notes.
• Demonstrated technical writing ability and effective oral and written communication with management and technical staff.
• Ability to present training to small and large technical audiences.
• Strong organization and project-prioritization skills, including the ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to write and understand routine reports, follow oral and written instructions, and speak effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups of people.
• Knowledge of standard office equipment and familiarity with commonly used CAD, email, Internet, word processing, database, and spreadsheet tools.
• Interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and materials, with poise, tact, and diplomacy.
• Ability to sit regularly; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects; talk, hear, and see; and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Occasional ability to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or reach with hands and arms.

Nice To Haves

• Four or more years of relevant test engineering experience in the manufacturing industry.
• Lean manufacturing experience.
• Familiarity with IPC 610 guidelines.
• Experience in contract manufacturing and the EMS industry, especially supporting an offshore manufacturing facility.
• Ability to read, write, and speak Spanish, Vietnamese, and/or Chinese.

Responsibilities

• Perform the duties of a Test Engineer and provide electrical test engineering support for automation, assembly, maintenance, and data collection.
• Work with customers early to ensure products are diagnosable and testable.
• Lead development and improvement of test systems, operating systems, peripheral enhancements, and system documentation.
• Lead development of next-generation test systems and operating systems, including high-level software and hardware.
• Coordinate system designs with outside vendors and develop specifications for contracted equipment builds.
• Coordinate projects and implementation plans for new product introductions, including customer designs and requirements.
• Lead and mentor engineers and technicians supporting new development projects.
• Transition test process plans between facilities for new products.
• Provide technical expertise and recommendations to test, manufacturing, product, and quality engineers on production feedback and support issues.
• Develop quotes, pricing, test plans, automation methods, and process development for new products.
• Provide expertise in root-cause analysis of test malfunctions and component verification.
• Establish and document corporate test strategies and a five-year plan; ensure test plans comply with customer specifications.
• Recommend solutions for new-product capacity issues and constraints, and determine Design for Testability requirements.
• Own assigned processes and lead manufacturing engineering projects, managing schedules, budgets, and specifications.
• Support training and development of manufacturing and test engineers and manufacturing teams, including at remote sites.
• Represent the manufacturing and test engineering team on program teams, and mentor and supervise other engineers.
• Attend meetings, interface with customers and outside test suppliers on technical issues, and perform other assigned duties supporting corporate and departmental objectives.
• Promote teamwork, help train and guide employees, maintain a clean and safe work area, support product and service quality, and apply quality-improvement processes.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 401(k).
• Company-provided wellness program.
• Opportunities for growth through seminars, certifications, on-the-job training, and career advancement.
• Volunteer opportunities, company activities, and all-employee meetings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior