Test Engineering Technician I - First Shift
About The Position
The Test Engineering Technician I supports manufacturing test operations involving bed-of-nails and SPEA flying probe test systems. The position assists with loading and verifying test fixtures, programs, and product-specific test configurations; performs product changeovers; and helps ensure test equipment is production-ready. The technician troubleshoots routine equipment and process issues, escalating more complex concerns as needed, and investigates circuit board defects to help identify root causes. The role assists engineers with test system setup, validation, maintenance, and continuous improvement. It also involves collecting and documenting test-system performance, maintenance, and production data; coordinating with engineering, technical, and manufacturing personnel to support production flow and minimize downtime; and supporting preventive maintenance and calibration of production test equipment. The technician is expected to follow SEL Values and principles, including Understand, Create, and Simplify.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Electronics Technology, equivalent experience, technical certification, or a higher degree in a related field.
- Ability to follow technical procedures and work instructions.
- Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to learn new equipment and processes.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting electronic manufacturing or test equipment.
- Experience working with printed circuit board assemblies.
- Experience with bed-of-nails, flying probe, or other automated test equipment.
- Experience in an electronics manufacturing environment.
- Experience collecting and documenting production, maintenance, or test data.
- Experience supporting production test equipment setup, changeovers, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities.
Responsibilities
- Support manufacturing test operations involving bed-of-nails and SPEA flying probe test systems.
- Assist with loading and verifying test fixtures, programs, and product-specific test configurations.
- Perform product changeovers and help ensure test equipment is ready for production.
- Troubleshoot routine test equipment and test process issues, escalating more complex concerns when needed.
- Investigate circuit board defects to identify root cause.
- Assist engineers with test system setup, validation, maintenance, and continuous improvement activities.
- Collect and document test system performance, maintenance activities, and production-related data.
- Coordinate with engineers, technicians, and manufacturing personnel to maintain efficient production flow and minimize downtime.
- Support preventive maintenance and calibration activities on production test equipment.
- Follow SEL Values and principles, including Understand, Create, and Simplify.
Benefits
- Employer-funded employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
- Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- 10 paid holidays.
- Annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days.
- 9 paid sick days.
- Paid family and medical leave covering 90% of pay.
- STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
- Wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
