Electronic Test Engineer

Insight Global; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Test Execution & Validation Specialist to perform comprehensive functional and power testing on PCBAs and electronics control boxes. You will lead failure analysis, use precision test equipment, and meticulously document results for review by engineering and quality teams.

The role requires 5+ years in testing complex electro-mechanical or optical systems, ability to read schematics, and Linux/Unix CLI experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in testing and troubleshooting complex electro-mechanical or optical systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wire lists, and mechanical drawings.
• Proficiency with standard electronic test equipment and soldering (SMT and PTH).
• Experience programming and testing devices using Linux/Unix CLIs.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive functional and power testing on PCBAs and control boxes using established test procedures and safety protocols.
• Lead failure analysis and debugging to determine root cause for non-conforming hardware.
• Operate precision measurement equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, DMM, signal generators, programmable power supplies).
• Record test data meticulously and report findings to engineering/quality teams.
• Contribute to DFx reviews by providing feedback on test procedures and fixture usability.
• Assist in system integration tasks including cable harness management and electromechanical assembly.
• Maintain clean, organized, and ESD-safe work environment and ensure calibration of test equipment.

Skills

Test planning

Failure analysis

Documentation

Electrical schematic reading

Tools

Oscilloscope

Spectrum Analyzer

DMM

Programmable Power Supply

Soldering SMT/PTH

Job description

Job Description

Test Execution & Validation: Perform comprehensive functional and power testing on complex printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) and electronics control boxes, utilizing established written test procedures and safety protocols while actively contributing to their review, refinement, and improvement.

Advanced Troubleshooting: Lead failure analysis and debugging efforts on non-conforming hardware to determine root cause, utilizing schematics, layout drawings, and diagnostic tools to troubleshoot down to the component or sub-assembly level.

Instrumentation Mastery: Expertly operate precision measurement equipment including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, digital multi-meters (DMMs), signal generators, and programmable power supplies to verify system performance.

Data Integrity & Reporting: Meticulously record test data and maintain accurate records of product configuration and test results; identify trends in failures and report findings to engineering and quality teams.

Process Improvement: contribute to Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT) reviews by providing feedback on test procedures, fixture usability, and product buildability to streamline operations.

System Integration Support: Assist in the assembly of production quantum computers, including cable harness management and electromechanical assembly tasks.

Operational Excellence: Maintain a clean, organized, and ESD-safe work environment; support continuous improvement activities and ensure all test equipment is calibrated and ready for use.

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Skills and Requirements

5+ years of experience in testing and troubleshooting complex electro-mechanical or optical systems (e.g., aerospace, medical devices, or semiconductor capital equipment).

Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wire lists, and mechanical assembly drawings.

Proficiency with standard electronic test equipment (scopes, meters, supplies) and soldering skills (SMT and PTH).

Experience programming and testing electronic devices using Linux/Unix command line interfaces.