Process Engineer-Electrical Testing

Process Engineer – Technology Development (Electrical Testing)

As a Process Engineer specializing in Electrical Testing Development, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and advancing our testing strategies for next‑generation manufacturing solutions. Your primary focus will be to streamline and define our electrical testing development process, ensuring that our practices are state‑of‑the‑art and scalable for future growth. This position is critical to bringing our organization up to speed with industry‑leading functional testing methodologies.

• Lead the development and implementation of advanced electrical testing processes, with a focus on circuit testing and end‑of‑line testing, including isolation, insulation, Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR), and hi‑pot continuity.
• Design, automate, and optimize electrical testing systems to improve efficiency, reliability, and repeatability across manufacturing lines.
• Define best practices and standards for electrical testing, helping to establish what our organization should be doing to ensure product quality and compliance.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate robust testing solutions into new product introduction (NPI) and high‑mix/mid‑volume environments.
• Develop and qualify next‑generation tools and processes for functional testing, ensuring seamless transition from NPI to mass production.
• Implement real‑time monitoring, data acquisition, and control systems to provide visibility into test results and process health.
• Identify opportunities for breakthrough improvements in automation, digitalization, and lean testing methodologies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with custom testing and metrology equipment, ensuring safe and effective operation.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related technical field.
• 5‑7+ years of hands‑on experience in process engineering, electrical testing, or manufacturing system development, preferably in NPI or high‑mix/mid‑volume environments.

• Expertise in circuit testing and end‑of‑line testing, including isolation, insulation, TDR, and hi‑pot continuity.
• Experience with high‑volume manufacturing methods.
• Prior experience developing scalable testing processes for NPI and mass production.
• Strong background in statistical methods, data visualization, systematic experiment design, and related software (e.g., JMP, Minitab).
• Ability to synthesize and interpret complex test data to support data‑driven decisions.
• Independent problem solver with a desire to learn new skills and technologies.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Adaptability to changing requirements in a fast‑paced start‑up environment.
• Excellent communicator and collaborator, passionate about tackling challenges as part of a high‑performance team.

San Carlos, CA – Base Pay: $150,000—$170,000 USD. The base pay is just one part of Cel Link’s total compensation package and is determined within a range. The pay range is designed to support your career progression as you learn, grow, and develop within your role. Your base pay range will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

At Cel Link, we believe that each employee should have the opportunity to become a Cel Link shareholder through participation in Cel Link’s discretionary employee stock option plan. You'll also receive comprehensive medical and dental coverage and other great benefits.

Note:

Cel Link benefits, compensation, and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements.

We believe diversity and inclusion among our teammates are essential to our success. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees while building teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal opportunity employer. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Cel Link participates in the E‑Verify program in specific locations as required by law.