What are the responsibilities and job description for the Test Engineer (PAM4) position at Samtec?
Summary
Objective : The Test Engineer is a self-motivated contributor, working with engineering groups at SAMTEC to develop and deliver optical product testing solutions for volume manufacturing. This position plans and executes the test development activities of assigned programs. They will ensure product test requirements are clearly defined, create plans to meet the requirements, assisting in roadmap development for continuous improvement. The Optics Test Engineer with PAM4 experience is the key point of contact for other groups on test development activities, until a manufacturable solution has been transferred to production, and then will continue to support on-going production as required. Essential Functions / Responsibilities :
- Develop DC, RF, and other Optical test systems, providing operational procedures required to transition these stations from low volume to high volume work centers
- Assists in developing technical roadmaps for new product test development, identifying risk areas associated with different roadmap options, summarizing advantages / disadvantages.
- Ensure test station capability and qualification plans are executed and reported as modifications / upgrades are implemented.
- Defines test project goals, risks, costs / resources, schedule, and potential solutions that may be found.
- Summarizes test project results, including impacts to product yield, quality, throughput, and cost.
- Cross-functionally team with Designers, Engineering and Manufacturing teams to support new product introduction.
- Create, conduct, & analyze Design of Experiments (DOE) for development and production activities.
- Streamline data gathering, storage and access to minimize effort required to generate required reports.
- Sustain and improve processes for electrical test processes associated with Samtec’s product base.
- Conduct audits, benchmarking & drive best practice methodologies to proactively prevent quality excursions as the technology ramps.
- Supervisory responsibility for Engineers or Technicians may be required.
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