Test Engineer

Test Engineer

SMTC Corporation is a mid-size provider of end-to-end electronics manufacturing services including PCBA production, systems integration and comprehensive testing services, enclosure fabrication, as well as product design, sustaining engineering and supply chain management services. Services extend over the entire electronic product life cycle from the development and introduction of new products through to the growth, maturity and end-of-life phases.

Summary:

The Test Engineer is responsible for the development, implementation, validation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing test solutions used to support electronic assemblies, subassemblies, and finished products throughout the product lifecycle. This role serves as a technical resource for production operations and customers, supporting test strategy development, troubleshooting, process optimization, and manufacturing readiness activities.

Essential Functions:

• Design, develop, validate, maintain, and support functional test, in-circuit test (ICT), flying probe, environmental, and automated test solutions for manufacturing operations.
• Review customer specifications, engineering requirements, schematics, and product documentation to develop effective test strategies and manufacturing test solutions.
• Lead the development, procurement, installation, qualification, validation, and maintenance of test fixtures, hardware, software, and associated support systems.
• Develop and maintain test procedures, validation plans, engineering documentation, work instructions, technical reports, and related records.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by developing test strategies, validation plans, and manufacturing readiness requirements.
• Analyze test data, yield trends, defect trends, and product performance metrics to identify opportunities for quality, reliability, and operational improvements.
• Investigate product failures, test escapes, equipment issues, and manufacturing concerns utilizing structured troubleshooting and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Develop, implement, and verify corrective and preventive actions to improve test effectiveness, product quality, and manufacturing performance.
• Support implementation of Product Change Notices (PCNs), Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), customer-driven product modifications, and related validation activities.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations teams to resolve technical issues and support program objectives.
• Provide technical training, guidance, and support to Test Engineering Technicians, Test Operators, and manufacturing personnel regarding test equipment, troubleshooting, and testing methodologies.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, engineering projects, and laboratory activities focused on yield improvement, quality enhancement, equipment optimization, reliability, efficiency, and cost reduction.

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Serve as a technical resource for Test Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations teams.
• Lead technical problem-solving activities and support cross-functional improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Junior Test Engineers, Test Technicians, and Operators.
• Promote engineering best practices, standardized methodologies, and continuous improvement principles.
• Demonstrate accountability for project execution, technical decisions, and customer support activities.

Competencies:

• Test system development and validation
• Electronics troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Root cause analysis and corrective action
• Test automation and programming
• Data analysis and statistical problem solving
• Project management
• Continuous improvement methodologies
• Product and process validation
• Technical leadership and influence
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Customer relationship management
• Written and verbal communication
• Critical thinking and decision making
• Organization and prioritization

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related STEM discipline required.
• Certifications: IPC-A-610 Certification preferred. IPC J-STD-001…