Electrical Engineer

Silicon Forest Electronics, a subsidiary of Impact Electronic Solutions; Grants Pass (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with up to 3% company match

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Sick time

Job summary

Silicon Forest Electronics is seeking an Electrical Engineer to ensure product integrity and reliability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include designing and maintaining test systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance.

The role requires at least a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 3 years of relevant experience. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in test engineering within electronics manufacturing.
• Proven hands-on experience with test development tools and platforms.
• Strong knowledge of electronic assemblies and troubleshooting tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain test systems for product testing.
• Analyze test data to improve test effectiveness.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate test processes.

Skills

Test development

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Knowledge of electronic assemblies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Tools

Test development tools

Troubleshooting tools

Job description

Impact Electronic Solutions - Grants Pass Location (ESAM) - Position Description

Summary of Position

The Electrical Engineer role is a hands‑on, technical position that is critical to ensuring product integrity, reliability, and customer satisfaction within a fast‑paced electronics manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining robust test systems that support high‑quality output and on‑time delivery. The role directly contributes to operational excellence by enhancing test coverage, reducing failure rates, and improving throughput. As a cross‑functional collaborator, the Electrical Engineer will work closely with production, quality, engineering, sales, and customer‑facing teams to ensure that test operations are aligned with customer requirements and business objectives.

Principal Accountabilities

Test Development & Implementation

• Design, develop, and maintain end‑of‑line and in‑process test systems, including Functional Verification Testing (FVT), boundary scan, flying probe, automated and manual test setups, etc.
• Implement scalable and reliable test solutions to support both New Product Introduction (NPI) and ongoing production requirements that align with customer requirements for product testing, validation, and field performance.
• Collaborate with the Sales and Program Management teams to grow test capabilities and offerings with both new and existing customers, ensuring alignment with their evolving needs.
• Support customer site visits and technical reviews.
• Ensure all test systems are properly documented, validated, and compliant with internal quality standards and customer‑specific requirements.

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Analyze test data to identify trends, improve first‑pass yield, reduce false failures, and drive cycle time reduction.
• Develop and maintain KPIs to track test effectiveness and support site‑wide continuous improvement programs.
• Actively participate in Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen events to optimize workflow, eliminate waste, and elevate test throughput.
• Provide feedback to engineering and design teams on test‑related product improvements and optimization opportunities.

Cross‑Functional & Customer‑Focused Support

• Collaborate with production, planning, and engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of test processes into daily operations.
• Support technician training and troubleshooting, ensuring consistency and adherence to test procedures.
• Provide technical support during customer visits, audits, and quarterly business reviews (QBRs).
• Contribute to cross‑site standardization of test methods, process documentation, and best practices.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in test engineering within electronics manufacturing
• Proven hands‑on experience with test development tools and platforms
• Strong knowledge of electronic assemblies and troubleshooting tools
• Understanding of industry standards (e.g., IPC, ISO 13485, AS9100) and how they apply to test strategy and execution.
• Demonstrated ability to drive measurable improvements in test coverage, yield, and efficiency
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively engage cross‑functional teams.

Benefits

• 401(k) with up to 3% company match
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Paid time off
• Sick time

Schedule

• Monday- Friday
• OT is required, as needed. OT Hours: Mon-Thursday 2 hours immediately before/following shift, and Sat.