Test Technician

Advantest•Chandler, AZ

About The Position

Normal schedule will be 9:30a - 6:00p Tuesday-Saturday. Build, debug and repair various testing setups under direction of lab engineers (mechanical, electrical). Test the functionality of components, assemblies, and systems to support production quality, warranty returns, and engineering studies. Perform visual inspections of intricate parts and assemblies under microscope and other equipment. Perform failure analysis and material investigations using laboratory equipment. Work closely with engineers to ensure testing procedures are accurately performed. Configure testing equipment hardware and initiate automated test scripts using a computer interface. Analyze test results, create test reports, and archive the test record on computer. Interpret the unit test results, disposition unit quality (pass/fail), prepare information needed to perform repairs, and route parts to next process step. Enter transactional job information into a computerized job scheduling/tracking system (MRP). Perform equipment calibrations, test standards, and archive results to monitor tester health. Rotate to different test stations based on daily assignments. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Prior experience building cable assemblies with good understanding of wire contact crimping, soldering, and strain relief practices.
Prior experience building system prototypes: mechanical layout & fabrication, mounting & installation, wire termination, continuity verification, & troubleshooting.
Proficient with common test instruments including digital multimeter, digital thermometer, and digital power supply.
Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings and bill of materials.
Proficient use of Microsoft Windows computing environment and able to use common Microsoft applications including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
Good verbal and written communication skills in English language.
Good attention to detail, and discipline to follow procedures.
Able to independently carry out instructions and work in a team environment.
Flexible and able to positively respond to changing priorities under schedule pressure.
Available for additional shift coverage to support business needs (extended hours, weekends, holidays, days off).
Able to sit and/or stand using testing and inspection equipment for extended periods of time.
Must perform delicate and precise positioning and part manipulation under microscope.
Able to lift minimum of 30 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

Build, debug and repair various testing setups under direction of lab engineers (mechanical, electrical).
Test the functionality of components, assemblies, and systems to support production quality, warranty returns, and engineering studies.
Perform visual inspections of intricate parts and assemblies under microscope and other equipment.
Perform failure analysis and material investigations using laboratory equipment.
Work closely with engineers to ensure testing procedures are accurately performed.
Configure testing equipment hardware and initiate automated test scripts using a computer interface.
Analyze test results, create test reports, and archive the test record on computer.
Interpret the unit test results, disposition unit quality (pass/fail), prepare information needed to perform repairs, and route parts to next process step.
Enter transactional job information into a computerized job scheduling/tracking system (MRP).
Perform equipment calibrations, test standards, and archive results to monitor tester health.
Rotate to different test stations based on daily assignments.
Other duties may be assigned.