Manufacturing Test Engineer

MANUFACTURING TEST ENGINEER
Job Description:

• Designs, implements, and maintains test processes in an industrial plant.
• Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing test methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials, assembly processes, test equipment capabilities, test methods, and quality control standards.
• Prepares manufacturing documentation, including process flow charts and test procedures for use in manufacturing.
• Performs debugging and troubleshooting efforts on defective items; works with Quality Engineering to drive root cause / corrective action activities.
• Transitions new products into production (NPI); works closely with manufacturing personnel through the initial build.
• Analyzes and plans production test environments, designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency and workflow.
• Confers with engineering concerning product design to ensure Design for Testability (DFT) and Design for Inspection (DFI) methods are incorporated into the design.
• Confers with vendors to arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
• Estimates production test times, staffing requirements, and other costs related to the manufacturing process; improves the test process to meet business goals.

Required Skills:

• BS degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering or related technical field with 10+ years’ relevant work experience; or a BS degree with 5+ years of experience.
• Familiar with electrical test equipment such as multimeters, signal generators, and oscilloscopes.
• Ability to obtain a US Government security clearance.  . Security clearances are granted to U.S. citizens.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma manufacturing principles with experience implementing these principles (problem solving, waste reduction, value stream mapping, 5S, just-in-time delivery), and the application of statistical methods in manufacturing..

Desired Skills:

• Experience with LabView is a plus.
• A critical thinker who can effectively collaborate with co-workers and drive change
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be willing to lift up to 25 pounds, occasional bending.