Test Development Engineer

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For over 40 years, Kitron Group has led the manufacturing and assembly of daily‑use electronics worldwide. Our focus on Commitment, Innovation, and Engagement has made us a leading global electronics manufacturing services (EMS) firm. Kitron Technologies, our U.S.‑based facility, continues to expand and add to our team.

Location:

Windber, PA (On‑Site)

Reports To:

Engineering Supervisor FLSA Status:
Exempt

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee‑Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company‑paid life insurance, short term disability, and long term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• 9/80 work schedule
• Additional voluntary benefits

As a Test Development Engineer, you will design, develop, and implement cost‑effective testing and troubleshooting methods for systems and equipment throughout all phases of product development and manufacturing. Working independently, you will prepare test and diagnostic programs, design advanced test fixtures and equipment, and develop comprehensive specifications and procedures for new products. You will manage labor, schedules, and equipment requirements for testing and evaluating both standard and specialized devices, while providing technical leadership to cross‑functional teams and mentoring junior engineers.

• Develop test fixtures/hardware and printed circuit boards to support device test and calibration.
• Develop test and calibration software, commonly using .NET, NI LabVIEW/Test Stand, and/or C#.
• Utilize custom‑designed test systems and/or industry standard ATEs for device test and characterization.
• Work with Engineering to determine test and calibration requirements.
• Collaborate with a multifunctional and multi‑site international team to support device test, characterization, and qualification for new product releases.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the leadership team and a role model of accountability, transparency, and collaboration.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related technical field.
• Advanced expertise in developing comprehensive test strategies and diagnostic systems to validate product functionality against specifications and identify complex performance issues.
• Significant experience designing and building complex test fixtures, equipment, and standardized test procedures to ensure accurate, repeatable results across multiple product lines.
• Proven ability to lead qualification and testing efforts, including defining testing standards, improving quality systems, and ensuring alignment with industry requirements and benchmarks.
• Strong technical leadership skills, with demonstrated success solving complex system‑ and equipment‑level issues, mentoring engineers, and collaborating across cross‑functional teams.
• Solid capability in managing testing resources across multiple projects, optimizing schedules, equipment utilization, and overall efficiency.
• Technical proficiency and working knowledge of software development principles, including object‑oriented programming, and advanced understanding of PCB design principles.

• Climate‑controlled electronics manufacturing services floor with additional time in an office setting.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods with or without reasonable accommodation.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and pre‑employment drug screening. These screenings are conducted in accordance with applicable laws and help us maintain a safe and secure workplace.

Kitron is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). EEO policies cover all employees and employment programs, management practices and decisions to include recruiting, hiring, promotions, transfers, training and career development, benefits, and separation. All employees and applicants for employment shall be given fair treatment and equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, age (40 and over),…