Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Test Engineer to join our team. As a Test Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and performance of our power converter products through the design, development, and maintenance of Automated Test Equipment (ATE) hardware and software. If you are passionate about ensuring the quality and reliability of power converter products, possess a background in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, Six Sigma, and thrive in a collaborative, dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply for this Test Engineer position.
Job Description
- ATE Hardware and Software Design: Design and build proprietary ATE hardware and software solutions to facilitate comprehensive testing of power converters.
- Test Software Development: Develop test software modules using Universal Software Test Architecture (USTA), leveraging programming languages such as C and Visual Basic. This includes working with a variety of computer platforms and embedded microcontrollers.
- Utilize advance statistical tools such as Minitab, JMP, SPC, DOE, and regression analysis to analyze process performance and drive data based quality improvements in manufacturing operations. Lead or support Six Sigma (DMAIC/DMADV) initiatives to reduce process varieties, improve product quality and enhance manufacturing operation efficiency.
- Instrumentation Integration: Evaluate and integrate "off-the-shelf" instrumentation components with communication protocols, such as GPIB, VXI, PXI, and Serial, into the testing infrastructure.
- Collaboration with Design Engineering: Work closely with the Design Engineering team to develop and maintain new test procedures and test circuit schematics that align with product specifications and design requirements.
- Collaboration with Manufacturing Engineering: Collaborate with the Manufacturing Engineering team to provide ongoing support and optimization of existing ATE systems, contributing to efficient production processes.
- Documentation: Thoroughly document all stages of software and hardware development, ensuring clarity and traceability throughout the testing process.
Education / Qualifications
- BSEE with 2+ years of analog design experience or test engineering for analog products.
- Must possess a working knowledge of Windows 10 and embedded Operating Systems.
- Programming experience with high-level object oriented languages C++. Visual Basic programming experience is also desirable.
- Experience with Databases (Oracle, SQL or ODBC) a plus.
- ATE and Microcontroller programming
- Experience of power supply testing, analog & digital hardware involving power electronics, drafting tools Altium or equivalent are highly desirable.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Vicor is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability
Compensation Data
Salary Range: $85,000 - $105,000
Please note: This range is based on our current market driven pay structures. Individual salaries are determined based upon a variety of factors including but not limited to, a candidates overall qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience as well as company internal equity.