Description
Responsible for developing and executing test plans, procedures, and protocols for complex prototypes, and for production electromechanical systems such as robotic arms and unmanned ground vehicles. Develops requirements, selects test equipment, develops test automation scripts or software, writes test procedures and troubleshooting instructions, and provides ongoing support and improvements in the course of product development, production and/or testing.
In addition, the Test Engineer assists in fabrication, troubleshooting, testing and warranty service of prototypes, working in close collaboration with sales, quality, manufacturing, service personnel, and engineering groups.
Primary and Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Broad understanding of electromechanical systems
- Good troubleshooting and hands on skills (soldering, mechanical assembly, etc.)
- Familiarity with instrumentation and tools required for debugging, testing and integration of electromechanical systems, such as multi-meters, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
- Experience creating test plans/procedures/protocols
- Experience in the creating technical documentation
- Ability and desire to learn new concepts and skills quickly
- Communicates with technicians, engineers, vendors,and customers
- Ability to manage assigned time-based projects and deliver within scope requirements
- Experience with Linux operating system
- Familiarity with industry test protocols such as MIL-STD 810 and 461
- Processing manufacturing data and generating test reports
- Demonstrated expertise in optimization of processes to reduce cost
- Supports, communicates, reinforces and defends the mission, values and culture of the organization
- Adheres to all quality and safety standards
- Supports other projects and performs duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities
- May supervise the work of other designers or technicians
Years Experience Level of Education
3-7 years' experience
Bachelor's degree engineering, engineering technology or other technical field preferred or relevant work experience. High School diploma required.
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Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility listed above satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Experience / Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Experience with motor control and sensor interfacing
- Experience with ROS (Robot Operating System)
- Software development skills (C/C++/Python)
- Data analysis skills (Excel, Python, Matlab)
- Able to read mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), Operate CMM
- Experience with CAD (SolidWorks preferred)
- Experience operating a lathe, mill, and welder (preferred)
- Possesses strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with customers, vendors, employees and managers at all levels within the company
- Possesses strong computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in standard business software packages (e.g., Microsoft Office)
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job:
- Work is accomplished in a typical office environment with adequate environmental (heating/cooling) control. The noise level in the work environment is moderate due to noises associated with computer equipment and environmental control systems.
- This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and filing cabinets
- Access to operations and manufacturing areas may involve exposure to loud noises, dust, fumes, oils, and fluctuations in temperature
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Performs all work in accordance with safety and workmanship and good housekeeping specifications
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee alternates between sitting and standing/walking for long periods of time
- This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds
- Ability to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as required per plant rules
This specific position requires U.S. Citizenship. The applicant must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. An active Secret clearance is preferred but not required.
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