Electrical Test Engineer

Contract to Perm Opportunity! Client is located in Bloomington, MN The Electrical Test Manufacturing Engineer is a key member of the Operations Support team and uses education, experience, and the Operating System to ensure the efficient performance of production equipment. Work with Design Engineering, Compliance, and Production to define product test requirements. Design, build and maintain functional test fixtures used on the production floor. Program fixture to operate the test, capture test results, and interface with a tester computer interface (GUI). Document test requirements, test process work instructions, tester design documentation, maintenance plan (PM), and tester maintenance standard work. This role requires solid skills in electrical design, some mechanical design, hands-on building/wiring, programming (NI/Labview), and solid communication and writing skills. This position reports directly to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, collaborating with Test Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, and Production Team.Specific responsibilities for this position include:The main responsibility will be to continually improve production test equipment, tools, test fixtures, and test processesSupport production to meet customer shipment schedules through problem resolution, troubleshooting, documentation updates, and test fixture repair and maintenance.Work with design engineering to understand test requirementsDesign and build electro-mechanical test fixtures for production Develop test environments and test cases for mechanical and electrical systemsCreate test process operator instructionsUtilize troubleshooting skills to perform maintenance and repair of production test equipment and fixtures Work with the Manufacturing Engineering team in the creation of automated and semi-automated test equipment for the manufacturing floorProjects would be tailored to the strengths and interests of the applicant but could include mechanical, electrical, and/or software design aspects. Software languages used would be LabView and Visual Studio .Net C."Create Maintenance plans and instructions for production test equipmentProgram fixtures using Labview, C, and other programming environmentsDesign and maintain electronic test components (circuit board level)Analyze test capacity and effectivity to optimize product flow through production processesCreate, modify, and maintain controlled documents (including detailed tester design documentation)Function as part of the production team(s) and support product quality, line efficiency, and general safety goals and metrics Actively participate in production improvement activities and proactively seek and suggest improvement opportunities. Support PM SystemPerform the initial troubleshooting of failures affecting test equipment, fixtures, and processesWork with the Manufacturing Engineering and Production teams to ensure a thorough, robust, preventative maintenance program is in place for the shop floor equipment.Support achievement of EH&S goals; complete monthly inspections and complete all assigned action items in a timely manner.Perform other duties as assignedDegree RequirementsRequired Education/Experience:BS degree in Electrical Engineering3-5 years'' engineering experience in a production environment working as a test fixture developer or equivalent.Demonstrated programming skills using Labview, plus C/C+, Python, and/or similar languages.Experience in writing/creating technical documentation including prints/drawings, procedures, reports, work instructions, and charts/graphs.Experience with electrical test components and equipment (meter, oscilloscope, signal analyzer, power supply, I/O module, solenoid, actuator, etc).Experience in electromechanical assembly techniques (soldering, wiring, light mechanical assembly, etc).Familiarity with LEAN principles.Able to read and understand prints, drawings, BOMs, and process instructions.Experienced with computers using the Microsoft Office suite of applications (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook).Demonstrated ability to collect data and perform advanced analysis and/or graphical analysis.Must be a self-motivated, team-oriented individual who can work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.Strong troubleshooting skills.Availability to work extended hours when needed.Must be reliable, punctual, and respectful of others in a diverse work environment.Excellent written and verbal skillsDemonstrated open attitude toward continuous improvement. Demonstrated leadership abilities in solving complex problems or leading projects with a multi-departmental team. Proven ability to perform under stress and meet guidelinesMust be able to perform essential job functions safely and work within established company guidelines for EH&S and Ethics.CB

Created: 2025-11-15