Testing Engineering Specialist

Bonfiglioli; Castel Maggiore; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Bonfiglioli, a worldwide designer and manufacturer of gearmotors and drive systems, is seeking a Testing Engineering Specialist for its Electronic BU, Selcom, based in Castel Maggiore (BO). The role focuses on designing, implementing and maintaining testing processes for assembled electronic boards to ensure quality, reliability and cost-effective production.

You will develop test procedures, build testing equipment, automate inspections, monitor KPIs like FPY and MTBF, and collaborate with

Qualifications

• Degree in Electronic Engineering or Mechatronics required.
• 8–10 years of relevant experience.
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills; English professional proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain testing processes for PCBAs.
• Develop, validate, and improve test procedures.
• Build and maintain testing equipment and automation software.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and R&D teams to improve defect coverage.
• Monitor KPIs such as FPY, Defect Rate, and MTBF.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

English proficiency

Education

Degree in Electronic Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

MES

SAP

CAD

Job description

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Bonfiglioli is a worldwide designer, manufacturer and distributor of a complete range of gearmotors, drive systems, planetary gearboxes and inverters, which satisfy the most challenging and demanding needs in industrial automation, mobile machinery and renewable energy.
Established in 1956, Bonfiglioli operates worldwide in 20 countries and 18 production facilities, with a wide network comprising 550 distributors and over 5.000 employees.
Excellence, innovation and sustainability are the drivers behind our growth as a company and team.

We are looking for aTesting Engineering Specialist to join our Electronic BU, Selcom, based in Castel Maggiore (BO).

MISSION

The Testing Engineer Specialist is responsible for the design, implementation, optimization, and maintenance of testing processes for the electronic boards manufactured by the company. They ensure that products meet quality, functional, and reliability requirements, supporting the continuous improvement of production processes and reducing costs associated with defects and rework.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

PRODUCTION TESTING PROCESSES DEVELOPMENT AND IMPROVEMENT

• Study production processes in order to build realistic and comprehensive action plans to reducecost, increase quality and improve servicelevel

Define, develop, and validate test procedures for assembled electronic boards (PCBAs).

Design, build, and maintain testing equipment (fixtures, bed-of-nails, functional test systems).

Develop software, test scripts, and equipment to automate inspection and testing tasks.

Liaise with testing equipment suppliers to implement greater fault coverage and increased efficiency in the testing process for electronic boards and equipment.

Collaborate with Manufacturing Team Leaders, Operations Managers and the Quality team to improve defect coverage and the performance of testing equipment.

PRODUCTION AND QUALITY SUPPORT

Provide daily technical support to the production lines.

Analyze and diagnose complex and anomalous faults detected during production and testing phases.

Collaborate with the Industrialization, Quality, Production, R&D, and Process Engineering teams to resolve identified non-conformities.

Support New Product Introduction (NPI) by defining test strategies and coverage.

Ensure the correct calibration and maintenance of test equipments.

Draft and update technical documentation, operating testing instructions, and validation reports.

Participate in PFMEA, Control Plan and testing equipments validation activities.

Support the management and Quality team about internal and external non-conformities.

Participate in internal, customer and certification audits and be accountable for the adequacy and coverage of testing processes regarding any defects in the manufactured electronic boards and devices.

Contribute to the implementation of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies for testing processes.

TESTING KPI MONITORING

Monitor and analyze testing KPIs such as First Pass Yield (FPY), Defect Rate, Retest Rate, and MTBF.

Conduct statistical analysis of test data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field.

At least 8–10 years of relevant professional experience.

Ability to analyze, interpret, and process data.

Knowledge of digital tools and systems, particularly MES, SAP, and CAD.

Ability to identify, analyze, and solve complex problems effectively.

Knowledge of electronic signal measurement and analysis techniques.

Understanding of power electronics and sensor technologies.

Knowledge of power electronic components and control systems.

Good command of English in a professional environment.

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

The annual compensation range for this position is € 55,000 - € 65,000, with additional benefits. This compensation range has been determined based on objective and gender-neutral criteria, including the scope of the role, required skills, relevant professional experience, qualifications, and level of responsibility. Additional information regarding compensation, benefits, and career progression criteria will be provided during the recruitment process.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for Employment without any discrimination.