Associate Test Engineer

Coolon LED Lighting; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Coolon LED Lighting, a Victorian advanced electronics manufacturer, seeks an Associate Test Engineer to support testing, verification and validation of LED products in Melbourne. You will collaborate with R&D, Compliance, Quality and Production to define test requirements and generate traceable DVPRs and reports.

You will perform functional, electrical, mechanical, thermal and environmental testing, execute V&V test plans, and contribute to root cause analysis for failures or deviations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in product testing, V&V, or compliance.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Familiarity with EMC, RF, safety standards.
• Experience with LED lighting or electronics manufacturing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the System & Design Compliance Engineer with testing and reporting activity
• Collaborate with R&D, Compliance, Quality, and Production teams to define test requirements based on customer, regulatory, and internal standards
• Perform functional, electrical, mechanical, thermal, photometric, and environmental testing on new and existing products
• Execute Verification & Validation (V&V) test plans and contribute to root cause analysis for failures or test deviations
• Generate and maintain accurate, traceable test documentation including DVPRs, issue logs, and reports
• Support firmware/hardware release decisions based on test results and green-light criteria
• Assist in the automation and continuous improvement of testing procedures and lab workflows
• Conduct incoming goods checks and in-process quality checks when required
• Support external certification and compliance testing through liaising with external labs and stakeholders
• Contribute to technical training, safety compliance, and lab equipment maintenance

Skills

V&V testing

Electrical testing

Mechanical testing

Test equipment handling

Documentation

Team communication

Education

Engineering degree in Electronics or Mechatronics

Tools

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Spectrum Analyzer

Environmental chamber

Job description

Coolon LED Lighting is a multi-award-winning Victorian advanced electronics manufacturer, specialising in premium LED lighting for industrial, commercial and architectural applications.

Our products combine electronics, embedded software, mechanical engineering and advanced manufacturing, and are designed for demanding environments where reliability and performance matter.

We are looking for an Associate Test Engineer to join our engineering team and support the testing, verification and validation of new and existing products.

Your Responsibilities:

Assist the System & Design Compliance Engineer with testing and reporting activity

Collaborate with R&D, Compliance, Quality, and Production teams to define appropriate test requirements based on customer, regulatory, and internal standards

Perform functional, electrical, mechanical, thermal, photometric, and environmental testing on new and existing products

Execute Verification & Validation (V&V) test plans and contribute to root cause analysis for failures or test deviations

Generate and maintain accurate, traceable test documentation including DVPRs, issue logs, and reports

Support firmware/hardware release decisions based on test results and green-light criteria

Assist in the automation and continuous improvement of testing procedures and lab workflows

Conduct incoming goods checks and in-process quality checks when required

Support external certification and compliance testing through liaising with external labs and stakeholders

Contribute to technical training, safety compliance, and lab equipment maintenance

What We’re Looking For:

Engineering degree in Electronics, Mechatronics, or a related discipline

Minimum 3 years’ experience in product testing, V&V, compliance, or related fields

Familiarity with test equipment and standards (e.g. EMC, safety, RF, IP, thermal, mechanical)

Ability to interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings

Experience with LED lighting or electronics manufacturing is a plus

Structured and methodical approach to testing and problem-solving

High attention to detail and excellent documentation practices

Team player with strong communication skills and a proactive mindset

Why Join Coolon?

At Coolon, you’ll be part of a collaborative team pushing the limits of innovation in LED lighting. Our in-house R&D and testing facilities are among the best in the industry, and we pride ourselves on developing robust, market-leading products. You'll be working hands-on with cutting-edge technologies in a company that values integrity, creativity, and technical excellence.