Test Engineer

Job Description

Requirements
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### Must have:

### - We need a Bachelor of Science in Electronics or Electrical Engineering from a four-year college or university, plus three to five years of experience. - We prefer at least 3 years of experience with medium- and high-voltage electrical testing in a high-voltage manufacturing setting. - Experience setting up and running HIPOT tests, including dielectric and insulation testing, is preferred; HIPOT certification is a plus. - You should be able to support safe test operations and recognize, assess, and mitigate safety risks. - Strong troubleshooting ability for systems and equipment is required. - You need experience creating clear documentation for test technicians and operators. - We expect a solid understanding of high-voltage best practices, including safe handling of high-voltage materials and equipment. - You should be able to spot issues that could affect high-voltage system integrity. - You must understand high-voltage and conductive hazards, including arc flash and short-circuit risks. - Completion of relevant training such as OSHA, NFPA 70E, Arc Flash PPE, LOTO, and high-voltage handling and grounding procedures is required. - Experience with panel and point-to-point wire assembly, medium-voltage, low-voltage, and high-power electronic assemblies is relevant for this startup environment. - We value the ability to read, interpret, and apply technical procedures, regulations, reports, and manuals. - Strong mathematical reasoning, including geometry, trigonometry, ratios, and statistical concepts, is important. - You should be able to define problems, analyze data, draw conclusions, and work through complex technical instructions. - The role requires walking frequently and lifting or carrying test equipment and computers up to 50 lbs. - Close vision and extended computer use are required. - The position is based on-site at our Prince George, VA facility.

Responsibilities:
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- We are building a new factory startup, and you will help establish the operations and manufacturing team from the ground up. - You will support building fit-out, process flow creation, and the development of work instructions and related documentation. - You will design, develop, and maintain test procedures, test hardware, and software for electronic circuit board production. - You will review circuit board designs for testability requirements. - You will support manufacturing through failure analysis, tester debugging, and reduction of intermittent failures and test equipment downtime. - You will prepare testing recommendations and documentation from the design phase through initial production. - You will generate test data reports, analyze results, and prepare supporting documentation and recommendations. - You will review test equipment designs, data, and RMA issues with customers on a regular basis. - You will design and direct technical staff in building testing and test-control equipment. - You will coordinate the development, procurement, installation, and calibration of instruments, equipment, and control devices used to collect and reduce test data. - You will determine testing conditions, sequences, and phases of test operations. - You will oversee operational, functional, and performance phases of testing. - You will carry out moderately complex engineering test assignments for standard and custom devices. - You will analyze and interpret test data and produce technical reports for engineering and management teams. - You will use or develop software and hardware to run tests on machinery and equipment. - You will maintain test techniques in line with established company standards, including ISO and QS requirements. - You will train production testing staff on new procedures. - You will recruit, interview, coach, and help retain Process Technicians. - You will identify team strengths, development needs, and training requirements. - You will set measurable goals, review performance, and provide coaching and feedback to drive continuous improvement. - You will facilitate communication across the department and encourage ideas, questions, and team input. - You will coordinate large teams during high-pressure situations and keep work focused during crises. - You will follow all safety, health, and security procedures at all times.
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Company:
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We are launching a new large-format equipment manufacturing operation on-site at our Prince George, Virginia facility, and this role will be part of our core startup and onboarding team. The product is large, heavy, and highly complex, so you will help shape the factory, the workforce, and the operating processes from the beginning. We offer growth, stability, and challenging work, along with a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision coverage with HRA and HSA options; a 401(k) match; employee stock purchase plan; paid time off; tuition reimbursement; life, AD\&D, and disability insurance; commuter benefits; employee assistance program; pet insurance; adoption assistance; annual merit increases; and community volunteer opportunities.
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