Associate Electrical Test Engineer

Andrews Cooper Technology LLC; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k with employer contribution

Paid holidays

On-site snacks

Job summary

Andrews Cooper in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking an Associate Electrical Test Engineer to join a lab-focused team working on cutting-edge consumer electronics solutions. The role emphasizes hands-on testing, mixed signal design, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The position requires 2-3 years of experience, travel up to 20%, and a commitment to on-site work at client sites. A strong Python testing background and PCB bring-up skills are essential.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university or equivalent experience.
• 2-3 years of professional hands-on experience in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong understanding of both digital and analog design including test methods.
• Experience with writing test scripts using Python.
• Experience with testing batteries and battery management systems.
• Experience with testing microcontrollers and programmable logic devices.
• Experience using lab equipment like oscilloscopes, DMMs, programmable power supplies, etc.
• Experience in board bring-up, system bring-up and validation.
• Up to 20% of travel may be required between locations.
• Ability to travel for work-related purposes as needed; access to reliable transportation is required due to the nature of our business and multiple client sites.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Background checks are required.

Responsibilities

• This position works in a lab environment on new innovative products for the consumer electronics space.
• You will work in a fast-paced environment with evolving requirements.
• Someone who loves to be hands-on with an analytical and inquisitive mind would work well in this position.
• This role will require regular time on-site and is not open to fully remote work.

Skills

Analog & digital design

Python scripting

Electrical testing

Board bring-up

MCU/FPGA testing

Lab equipment usage

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

OrCAD

Allegro

Job description

ASSOCIATE ELECTRICAL TEST ENGINEER IN SUNNYVALE, CA

At Andrews Cooper, we specialize in delivering cutting-edge engineering solutions in the HardTech space, partnering with industry leaders in Consumer Technology, Medical Technology, Clean Technology, and Automation & Robotics. With a mission to solve novel, ambiguous challenges, we help our customers achieve significant differentiation and success in their industries. Our people-first culture is built on the core values of Own It, Help Each Other Win, and Be Cool, creating an environment where engineers can build fulfilling careers while delivering exceptional work.

The Core Values we embody:

• Help Each Other Win—AC values winning as a team over personal recognition. Go out of your way to help a teammate and the team succeed.
• Own It—Don’t wait for someone else to clear the way. Recognize opportunities to improve, and when obstacles arise, join forces to overcome them.
• Be Cool—Be self-aware, maintain a positive attitude, prioritize emotional intelligence, and maintain composure under pressure.

If you’re passionate about solving complex engineering problems, collaborating with forward-thinking teams, and making an impact in the world of Hardware Technology, Andrews Cooper is the place for you.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 2-3 years of professional hands-on experience in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong understanding of both digital and analog design including test methods.
• Experience with writing test scripts using Python.
• Experience with testing batteries and battery management systems.
• Experience with testing microcontrollers and programmable logic devices.
• Experience using lab equipment like oscilloscopes, DMM’s, programmable power supplies, etc.
• Experience in board bring-up, system bring-up and validation.
• Up to 20% of travel may be required between locations.
• Ability to travel for work-related purposes as needed; access to reliable transportation is required due to the nature of our business and multiple client sites.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Background checks are required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiar with CAD tools like Altium, OrCAD, and Allegro.
• Knowledge of high and low speed busses such as I2C, SPI, I3C, PCIe, USB, DSI, CSI.
• Experience with design or testing of SoC, cameras, and sensors.
• Experience with embedded systems.
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
• Experience with design of experiments (DOE).
• Experience with Failure Modes Effects Analysis (FMEA).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position works in a lab environment on new innovative products for the consumer electronics space.
• You will work in a fast-paced environment with evolving requirements.
• Someone who loves to be hands-on with an analytical and inquisitive mind would work well in this position.
• This role will require regular time on-site and is not open to fully remote work.

Why join the Andrews Cooper team? This is a full-time position with compensation, benefits, and work positives, including:

• Flexible work hours and locations (Bothell, WA, Lake Oswego, OR, McMinnville, OR, and Corvallis, OR). This role will be on-site at a client in Sunnyvale, CA.
• Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance; health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), employee assistance programs (EAP), and dependent savings accounts (DSA).
• Paid leave for maternity and paternity for birth or adoption.
• Generous PTO for vacation, sick, community service, and 8 paid holidays.
• In-office snacks, coffee, and sponsored lunches.
• 401k retirement plan with 3% employer contribution.
• Access to hands-on mentorship to advance professional skills and an educational reimbursement.

The salary range for this position is based on national rates. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Base Salary: $104,000.00 - $175,000.00. Andrews Cooper is an equal-opportunity employer.