Manufacturing Test Development Engineer

About the position

The Manufacturing Test Development Engineer will be responsible for developing and implementing manufacturing test strategies and solutions for robotic manipulation applications. This role requires a strong foundation in electrical engineering principles and test engineering, with a focus on ensuring product manufacturability and testability. The engineer will document test procedures, specifications, and acceptance criteria for both new and existing products, while also guiding the design of automated test solutions. The position involves evaluating and approving electrical engineering change orders (ECOs) and supporting end-of-line (EOL) test stations at local contract manufacturers and system integrators. A commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion and promoting a safe working environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop or implement manufacturing test strategies and solutions for robotic manipulation applications.
• Document test procedures, test specifications, and acceptance criteria for new and current products.
• Guide and implement the design of automated test solutions, including electrical interfaces, interface test adapters, and software.
• Propose design changes that will enhance product manufacturability and testability.
• Write programs to control test equipment and devices under test using standard software tools.
• Evaluate and approve electrical engineering change orders (ECOs) for the product.
• Support EOL test stations at local contract manufacturers and system integrators.
• Persistently promote a safe working environment by following all safety procedures.

Requirements

• 5+ years of related work experience in a fast-paced manufacturing/test engineering-focused environment.
• Experience debugging industrial robots such as Fanuc, Rockwell, Siemens PLCs, IO-Link-based control systems.
• Functional knowledge of one or more programming languages (LabVIEW/MATLAB/Python or similar).
• Demonstrated expertise in test strategy development, ability to define test requirements, and implement manufacturing EOL test solutions to support NPI programs.
• Working knowledge of basic electrical equipment, electro-mechanical controls, power systems (1ph/3ph AC/24-48VDC systems).
• Experience with reading and debugging with electrical schematics.
• Up to 10% travel is required.

Nice-to-haves

• Working knowledge of Electrical & Safety Standards, and functional safety systems for industrial controls.
• Experience in support or maintenance in manufacturing or field-sustaining environments.
• Experience developing & maintaining Automated Test Systems using LabVIEW/TestStand, Python, MATLAB/Simulink, or equivalent tools.
• Experience with PLCs, networking, and wireless computer systems.
• Knowledge of state-of-the-art automated test equipment and test fixture design.
• Excellent business communication skills.

Benefits

• Pay rate range - $50/hr. to $53/hr. on W2