Electrical Test Engineer

Location: Bingen

Job Title:

Electrical Test Engineer / Production Automation Engineer

Cook, Washington

$48.08 to $52.88 per hour

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- Job Summary

This role focuses on expanding and improving a Python-based GUI that automates production testing. You will build and integrate software interfaces for hardware tools like logic analyzers and power supplies, do hands-on electrical work to wire and connect test equipment, and validate test procedures on the bench before automating them. Most of the work is backend development and integration, with some UI cleanup, done in close collaboration with the engineering team to keep production testing reliable.

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- Responsibilities

+ Expand, maintain, and enhance a Python-based GUI for automated production testing.

+ Build and integrate interfaces for hardware tools such as logic analyzers and power supplies using their open APIs.

+ Perform hands-on electrical work, including wiring, rewiring, and connecting test equipment.

+ Validate test procedures on a benchtop setup before automating them.

+ Focus on backend development and integration, with some UI cleanup and refinement.

+ Work with the engineering team to make sure the test automation system meets production needs.

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- Qualifications

Required

+ Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.

+ At least 2 years of hands-on experience in a relevant role, with additional experience preferred.

+ Strong proficiency in Python.

+ Hands-on experience with hardware tools such as logic analyzers and power supplies.

+ Experience integrating instruments through cabling, APIs, or both. Maintenance or repair experience with these tools also counts.

+ Experience using tool APIs for instrument control and automation.

+ Experience in electrical test engineering, test development, or lab-based R&D.

+ Ability to integrate multiple instruments and manage cabling.

+ A self-starter who can independently drive development and equipment integration.

Preferred

+ Experience building GUIs in Python, for example with Python GUI libraries or add-ons.

+ Familiarity with testing frameworks such as pytest.

+ Knowledge of oscilloscopes for test verification.

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Experience with Python libraries of any kind, which makes it easier to pick up the GUI library used here.

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- Work Environment

+ This is an on-site role. You will work in office and lab spaces alongside the engineering team.

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- Additional Information

+ This is an initial 6-month contract, with the possibility of an extension or conversion to a permanent role if business continues to grow.

+ Relocation assistance is not provided.

+ A bg check and drug screening are required.

+ Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.

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- Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Cook, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $52.88/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:  - Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital  - 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)  - Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)  - Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cook,WA.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 21, 2026.

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