** Applications Test Engineer

Description

SUMMARY

The Applications Test Engineer will play a key role in contributing to Macurco’s development of new and existing products. In this role, you will be responsible for planning, testing, and implementing new products and product updates. This role is also responsible for actively pursuing and maintaining product safety certifications. The Applications Test Engineer will collaborate closely with engineering, production, quality, and product management teams. Responsibilities may also include various aspects of production support, quality processes, technical writing, and continuous improvement.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Performs and analyzes engineering and quality control functions to develop cost-effective and reliable manufacturing or measurement processes, applying engineering principles and standards.
• Follows established procedures in completing multiple technical assignments.
• Assists in the design and/or project/process management of new and current products, programs, components, tools and acceptance equipment under technical guidance of higher level Engineers or departmental management.
• Obtains new product safety certifications and maintain current certifications by working directly with National Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTLs).
• Develops test plans and performs engineering evaluation tests, product and process capability studies, quality audits, data reviews, and other testing processes to ensure product manufacturability.
• Accurately and timely complete product testing including hardware and firmware in destructive and non-destructive fashion, per engineering requirements.
• Coordinates design and procurement of product and test equipment to support production validation.
• Provides technical assistance in appropriate manufacturing and inspection areas.
• Prepares product or project definitions, manufacturing drawings and specifications, and test equipment designs. 
• Interacts with customers, design agencies, suppliers, and internal organizations to assist in resolving design, development, production and acceptance issues.
• Prepares evaluation reports, analyzes discrepancies, makes recommendations for and initiates improvements for products and test equipment.
• Collaborates with Product Management team to meet Product Design Requirements and product improvements based on customer requests and market trends.
• Communicates with supply chain to identify, test and validate component substitutions, maintain inventory, and introduce changes to production.
• Assists production assemblers to maintain test equipment and provide training on new equipment, products, and processes.
• Maintain calibration lab equipment and ensures safety guidelines are followed by all personnel.
• Assists in completion of monthly and quarterly product certification inspections.
• Maintains and updates controlled documents in QMS system as necessary.

Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical preferred; Mechanical, Chemical, and Materials considered) from an ABET-accredited institution. 
• 1-3+ years technical experience in a manufacturing or electronics environment.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision, with latitude for independent action and decision making.
• Proven ability to make and meet commitments, results oriented, and strong problem-solving and multi-tasking skills. 
• Knowledge and understanding of electrical systems, circuits, and analog / digital circuits preferred.  
• Preferred experience with:
• UL Safety Standards and Requirements, or similar.
• Writing and executing product test plans.
• Quality Management Software and Controlled Documentation.
• Working knowledge of LabView, 3D CAD software, and Adobe Illustrator
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work independently, work in or lead a group.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Ability to sit at desk for long periods of time.
• Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects.
• Dexterity to write and manipulate computer keyboard and mouse, tools and controls on office equipment.
• Body mobility to stoop, kneel, bend and reach.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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