Test Development Engineer

Description

Essential Job Functions

• Demonstrates SoundOff Signal’s Core Values in daily interactions with internal and external customers.  
• Design, build and support board-level and product-level performance and functional testers
• Write and debug test station software.
• Responsible for the development of test plans and test set-up prototypes for new product launches as a key member of launch cross functional teams.
• Extensive Software Development experience required. (LabVIEW experience is preferred)
• Collaborate with SoundOff Electrical Engineering team to ensure our products’ circuits are designed for testability.
• Collaborate with SoundOff Software Engineering teams to specify requirements for embedded test access and APIs.
• Collaborate with SoundOff Firmware Engineering teams to specify requirements for product diagnostic and testing.
• Create and maintain test platforms – including hardware, software, and executable test code with scripting.
• Research technologies for our next generation testing applications
• Able to create, read and comprehend electrical schematics.
• Supporting all current production testing equipment as needed.
• Testing equipment set-up, validation, operator training, and continuous support is key. 
• Basic IT skillset required including basic networking and PC set up.
• Work closely with the quality department to identify product testing problem areas and solutions. 
• Become intimately familiar with SoundOff Signal’s products and manufacturing processes
• Foster professional working relationship with engineering staff and manufacturing employees.
• Focus on safe test environments for all employees.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• BSCE, BSCS, or BSEE degree preferred. (or equivalent experience may be considered)
• 4 years working experience in Test Engineering or related field.
• Working knowledge of LabVIEW programming language is a plus. 
• Automotive electronics background a plus. (LIN, CAN, DOT, etc)
• Previous experience in an engineering/manufacturing environment involving prototype fabrication, testing, validation and design support.
• Previous experience in electronic design troubleshooting.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. 
• Skilled in managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. 
• Proficiency of the basic Microsoft software packages including Word and Excel. 
• General mechanical aptitude in a shop environment. (hand tools, light duty power tools, calipers, etc.) 

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift 35 lbs.
• Able to stand, sit, walk, bend, twist, rotate, and/or reach throughout work shift.
• Must be able to handle and work with small parts.

Working Conditions

• Even mix of office and manufacturing environments.
• Fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Low noise level in a temperature-controlled setting.
• Some level of domestic and/or international travel may be required.  
• Mostly normal business hours with the occasional need to flex hours.