Engineering Aide - Test

Vicor Corporation; Andover, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Vicor Corporation, a leader in 48V DC-DC converters, seeks an Engineering Aide - Test to support the design and construction of proprietary Automated Test Equipment for analog components in a high-volume manufacturing environment. The role emphasizes testing, debugging, and documenting test data.

The candidate should have an Associate degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, plus 5–7 years’ test engineering support experience and strong soldering skills.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5–7 years’ experience in test engineering support.
• Knowledge of basic electrical principles and test equipment.
• Experience operating and maintaining ATE systems.
• Soldering proficiency and familiarity with components and ratings.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, schematics and test specifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in constructing and supporting proprietary ATE hardware and software.
• Construct, analyze and debug test circuits and document experiments.
• Support test engineers with new product development and testing existing products.
• Collaborate with engineers to design, build and repair circuits for testing.
• Build custom test equipment for use in automated test systems.
• Document data and testing specifications for products.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Reading schematics/drawings

Independent work

Problem solving

Test engineering mindset

Education

Associates degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Automated Test Equipment (ATE)

Altium

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Windows

VB/.NET

Job description

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Vicor is an American manufacturer of advanced 48V centric DC-DC converters with industry-leading power and current density, enabling breakthrough power delivery performance. As an engineering-focused company, we provide an opportunity to work with some of the most advanced manufacturing processes in the world to assemble the power modules that drive key advancements in AI, electric vehicles, and aerospace.

The Engineering Aide - Test will be a critical member of the team supporting Test Engineering in the design and construction of proprietary ATE hardware and software for a variety of analog components and assemblies. This is an exciting position for someone looking to join a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Job Description

• Assist in the construction and support of proprietary Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) hardware and software for a variety of analog components and assemblies, in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Construct, analyze and debug test and product related circuits. Conduct and document detailed experiments and perform software, hardware and product qualifications.
• Support Test Engineers with new product development and assist in testing existing products in manufacturing.
• Collaborate with Engineers to design, build, troubleshoot, and repair electrical circuits for product testing. Determine specific test setup requirements, troubleshoot product issues and ensure successful project execution.
• Build custom test equipment for use in our automated test systems.
• Document all data and information taken on tests of products along with testing and validating specifications of products.
• Provide test support to other departments as needed.

Education / Qualifications

• Associates degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent certification.
• Minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in test engineering support.
• Comprehensive knowledge in basic electrical principles.
• Experience in operating and maintaining Automated Test Equipment (ATE).
• Proficiency in soldering and a solid understanding of component types and ratings.
• Ability to accurately read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and test specifications.
• Ability to understand technical requirements and resolve complex technical problems with minimal supervision.
• Must be knowledgeable of basic lab equipment such as power supplies, voltmeters, digital multimeters, function generators, electronic loads, oscilloscopes, current probes, and differential probes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to work independently are critical for success in this role.
• Familiarity with CAD software for schematics and layouts (e.g., Altium, AutoCAD, SolidWorks) is a plus.
• Familiarity with Windows, Visual Basic, and .NET is a plus.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Vicor is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability

Compensation Data

Salary Range:

$62,000 - $78,000

Please note: This range is based on our current market driven pay structures. Individual salaries are determined based upon a variety of factors including but not limited to, a candidates overall qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience as well as company internal equity.