Senior Engineering Aide

The Panther Group

Andover, MA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Assembly Drawings, Calibration, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Electromechanical Engineering, Electronics, Heat Transfer, Instrumentation, LabVIEW Programming Language, Laboratory, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Testing, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Microsoft Office, Oscilloscope, Performance Analysis, Precision Testing, Problem Solving Skills, Product Testing, Record Keeping, Schematics, Soldering, Spreadsheets, Systems Administration/Management, Technical Support, Test Automation, Test Data, Test Equipment, Test Fixtures, Test Tools, Testing, Thermal Analysis, Validation Testing, Voltmeter
LOCATION
Andover, MA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Our client is seeking a Senior Engineering Aide to support engineering teams in the evaluation, testing, and validation of power conversion products and assemblies. This individual will play a key role in executing complex test setups, gathering performance data, and collaborating across engineering disciplines to ensure product quality and reliability.

Responsibilities
  • Support engineering teams in the evaluation and testing of AC-DC and DC-DC power conversion systems
  • Perform qualification testing on components and assemblies, including thermal performance analysis under varying electrical loads and cooling conditions
  • Collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineers to design and implement effective test setups for electrical and thermal measurements
  • Configure and execute mechanical, electrical, and thermal test environments
  • Modify, build, and improve test fixtures to enhance testing accuracy and efficiency
  • Utilize data acquisition systems, automated equipment, and internal databases to collect and analyze test data
  • Document and communicate results through reports, spreadsheets, and presentations for internal stakeholders
  • Partner with cross-functional engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve product or test setup issues
  • Maintain calibration records and ensure accuracy of lab testing equipment
  • Operate with a high level of independence, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment
Requirements:
  • Associate’s degree in Electronics, Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 7+ years of relevant hands-on experience in an engineering lab or test environment
  • Strong understanding of AC/DC circuits and power conversion principles
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel for data analysis and reporting
  • Experience using electronic lab equipment such as voltmeters, power supplies, power analyzers, electronic loads, and data acquisition systems
  • Ability to read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, and test specifications
  • Strong soldering skills, including preparation and use of thermocouples
  • Experience tracking and maintaining calibration of lab equipment

Preferred Skills:
  • Experience setting up liquid cooling systems, including chillers, cold plates, and pressure instrumentation
  • Understanding of heat transfer principles and thermal resistance
  • Experience with LabVIEW or similar test automation tools
  • Basic proficiency with oscilloscopes

About the Company

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The Panther Group

The Panther Group is minority owned and certified, making diversity, equity and inclusion core components of our mission.

With our commitment to respecting and empowering our employees as individuals, diversity is a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

The Panther Group has a proven track record of connecting quality talent with the right position. We believe in a hands-on approach, with a focus on building lasting relationships with our Employees and our Clients. Our Employees find flexibility and growth to reach their career goals.

The Panther Group celebrates 25 years of recruitment and workforce solutions expertise. 

COMPANY SIZE
20 to 49 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1992
WEBSITE
http://thepanthergrp.com