Test Engineering Specialist

Schneider Electric; Cavite City; On-site; PHP 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric Philippines in Cavite is seeking a Test Engineering Specialist to support and improve production test systems. You will bridge Design/NPD, Industrialization, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Production to ensure Automated Test Equipment operates reliably.

The role focuses on test automation using NI LabVIEW and TestStand, yield improvement, and equipment uptime. A high-potential engineer with 3–5 years of relevant experience will grow into broader technical or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in Test Engineering or similar.
• Hands-on experience with NI LabVIEW and TestStand is highly preferred.
• Experience with ATE and automated production test systems.
• Knowledge of hardware/software integration, instrumentation, data acquisition, and production testing.
• Experience in test process optimization, yield improvement, equipment reliability, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, troubleshoot, and continuously improve Automated Test Equipment (ATE) and production test systems.
• Develop and enhance test automation solutions using NI LabVIEW and TestStand.
• Support hardware and software integration for production testers and automated test systems.
• Ensure production testers comply with test specifications defined by Design Engineering.
• Analyze test performance and manufacturing data to identify opportunities to improve first-pass yield, test efficiency, equipment uptime, and overall production performance.
• Perform technical troubleshooting and root cause analysis (RCA) for tester-related failures and recurring issues.
• Support preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance for test systems and equipment.
• Participate in TPM and continuous improvement initiatives to improve OEE, MTBF, MTTR, and equipment reliability.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Production, Design/NPD, and Industrialization teams to resolve issues.
• Support the introduction, validation, and standardization of new test technologies and processes.
• Maintain tester documentation including test procedures, configurations, and change records.
• Participate in Lean/continuous improvement projects to reduce downtime and improve yield.

Skills

LabVIEW

TestStand

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Ownership & drive

Learning agility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering

Tools

NI LabVIEW

TestStand

ATE

Job description

The Test Engineering Specialist is responsible for supporting and improving production test systems, equipment reliability, and manufacturing test processes. The role serves as a technical bridge between Design/NPD, Industrialization, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Production, ensuring that Automated Test Equipment (ATE) operates reliably and complies with defined test specifications.

The role will focus on test automation, NI LabVIEW and TestStand development, yield improvement, equipment uptime, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.

This position is ideal for a high-potential engineer with 3–5 years of relevant experience who has strong technical fundamentals and the potential to grow into a broader technical or leadership role.

What will you do?

• Develop, maintain, troubleshoot, and continuously improve Automated Test Equipment (ATE) and production test systems.
• Develop and enhance test automation solutions using NI LabVIEW and TestStand.
• Support hardware and software integration for production testers and automated test systems.
• Ensure production testers comply with test specifications and requirements defined by Design Engineering.
• Analyze test performance and manufacturing data to identify opportunities to improve first-pass yield, test efficiency, equipment uptime, and overall production performance.
• Perform technical troubleshooting and root cause analysis (RCA) for tester-related failures, recurring equipment issues, and production disruptions.
• Support preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities for test systems and equipment.
• Participate in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and continuous improvement initiatives to improve OEE, MTBF, MTTR, and equipment reliability.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Production, Design/NPD, and Industrialization teams to resolve technical and quality issues.
• Support the introduction, validation, and standardization of new test technologies, equipment, and processes.
• Maintain accurate tester documentation, including test procedures, configurations, technical specifications, software revisions, and change records.
• Participate in Lean/continuous improvement projects focused on reducing downtime, improving yield, and eliminating recurring test issues.
• Ensure test equipment and engineering activities comply with applicable safety, quality, and manufacturing standards.
• Serve as a technical resource for junior engineers and technicians and demonstrate potential to take on larger projects and technical leadership responsibilities.

What qualifications will make you successful?

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

Experience

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in Test Engineering, Test Development, Manufacturing Engineering, Equipment Engineering, or a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
• Hands‑on experience with NI LabVIEW and TestStand is highly preferred.
• Experience developing, maintaining, or troubleshooting ATE and automated production test systems.
• Knowledge of hardware/software integration, instrumentation, data acquisition, and production testing.
• Experience in test process optimization, yield improvement, equipment reliability, and technical troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of TPM, OEE, preventive/predictive maintenance, MTBF, and MTTR.
• Experience applying structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, DMAIC, 5 Why, or Fishbone Analysis.
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies is an advantage.
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams including Design Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Production, and Industrialization.
• Strong analytical and technical problem‑solving skills
• Strong ownership and drive for results
• Ability to troubleshoot complex test equipment and processes
• Good communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills
• Ability to manage technical projects and priorities independently
• High learning agility and leadership potential