Junior Test Engineer

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES & AUTHORITIES

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Interface with both design and manufacturing staff to assist in identifying electronic test and assembly requirements of new and existing products
• Design and assist designing of special test fixturing to support comprehensive test coverage of printed circuit boards and electromechanically assemblies
• Construction and debug of special test fixtures
• Assist development of all required software support for test fixtures
• Prepare detailed test procedures and instructions
• Support the deployment of special test fixtures and procedures to manufacturing and train personnel
• Assessment of current test procedures and fixturing relative to quality improvement and throughput
• Assist evaluation/justification of the purchase of necessary test equipment for the production floor
• Provide direct production support to test personnel during the competent level debug of printed circuit boards and electromechanical assemblies
• Interpret test results and perform failure trend and root cause analysis on new existing assemblies
• Assist overseeing of test fixture construction and help resolve problems as they arise

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty 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 of this position.

Bachelor's Degree from four-year college/university or exceptional job-related experience plus minimum five (5) years of related experience and/or training (or equivalent combination of education, training and experience).

Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

Advanced:
Ability to use the internet/intranet, cross functional Enterprise Resource Planning software, MS Office package, MS Visual Studio and other software programs and packages to their potential to provide a product fitting to the level of the position;
Must also be able to program and perform software troubleshooting.

Very High:
Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

Very High:
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

• Must pass Electrical Safety Training
• Must pass Electrical knowledge test
• Must be familiar with electronic instruments such as Oscilloscopes, Multimeters, Loads, Sources, Etc.
• Must pass C# or  programming knowledge test

• Standing 1/3 to 2/3's of day
• Walking - 1/3 to 2/3's of day
• Sitting 1/3 to 2/3's of day
• Using hands to handle or feel Under 1/3 of day
• Reaching with hands and arms - Under 1/3 of day
• Kneeling or crouching Under 1/3 of day
• Talking or hearing 1/3 to 2/3's of day
• Tasting or smelling - Under 1/3 of day

• Up to 10 lbs. 1/3 to 2/3 of day
• Up to 25 lbs. 1/3 to 2/3 of day
• Up to 50 lbs. Under 1/3 of day
• Up to 100 lbs. Under 1/3 of day
• More than 100 lbs. Under 1/3 of day

• Wet or humid conditions (non-weather) Under 1/3 of day
• Moving mechanical parts 1/3 to 2/3's of day
• Extreme heat (non-weather) Under 1/3 of day
• Risk of electric shock Over 2/3's of day

Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic).

The starting annual base pay for the role is between USD $70,000 and $90,000. The actual base is dependent upon many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for variable bonus programs and benefits.

Acquired by TDK in 2008, TDK-Lambda Americas Inc. represents the culmination of three well-established North American power manufacturers:
Electronic Measurements Inc., Lambda Electronics, and Innoveta Technologies. We have earned the reputation of being a trusted…