Test Systems Development Engineer I

Abbott • Burlington, MA

2d • $50,700 - $101,300

About The Position

In Abbott’s Heart Failure business, the Test Systems Development Engineer I develops automated test systems, fixtures, equipment, and methodologies to support research, development, characterization, and verification of mechanical circulatory support devices and related technologies. The role works collaboratively with mechanical, electrical, embedded software, software verification, and clinical engineering teams to translate product and subsystem testing needs into practical, repeatable, automated test solutions. It combines hardware development, instrumentation, programming, and experimental testing to improve testing efficiency, data quality, and engineering productivity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic programming experience in Python, LabVIEW, C#, or a similar programming language.
• Hands-on experience building, testing, or troubleshooting engineering systems through coursework, projects, internships, or professional experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively across engineering disciplines.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with automated testing, test fixtures, or laboratory equipment.
• Familiarity with electronic instruments, sensors, and data acquisition systems.
• Experience working with embedded systems or electro-mechanical devices.
• Familiarity with CAD tools, data analysis, or software version control systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, troubleshoot, and maintain test fixtures and equipment for mechanical, electrical, and electro-mechanical systems.
• Develop automated tests, software applications, scripts, and tools using technologies such as Python or LabVIEW to control equipment, acquire data, and generate reports.
• Integrate sensors, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems into laboratory and development test environments.
• Support testing, characterization, troubleshooting, and verification activities for pumps, controllers, sensors, and other product components.
• Analyze test data, document procedures and results, and collaborate across engineering disciplines to develop reusable test solutions.

Benefits

• Career development opportunities with an international company.
• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• Retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Freedom 2 Save student debt program.
• FreeU education benefit, an affordable and convenient path to earning a bachelor’s degree.
• Health and wellness benefits.

What This Job Offers

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