Functional Test Engineer-1

Flex; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex is seeking a Test Engineer located in Austin, TX. You will report to the Test Engineering Manager and act as a technical lead and individual contributor.

You’ll design procedures, automate test execution, analyze data for continuous improvement, and deliver robust end-customer solutions. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in CS/CE/EE or related, 1+ years in failure analysis and system-level testing, and proficiency in Python, Bash, and Linux.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/CE/EE or related field.
• 1+ years of hands-on failure analysis and system-level testing in a high-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash), advanced Linux CLI, and hardware/network troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Design procedures and automate test execution.
• Analyze data for continuous improvement.
• Deliver robust end-customer solutions through testing expertise.

Skills

Scripting in Python

Scripting in Bash

Linux proficiency

Hardware/board diagnostics

Statistical data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/CE/EE or related

Tools

Python

Bash

Linux command line

Job description

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Test Engineer located in Austin, TX.

Reporting to the Test Engineering Manager, the Test Engineer will serve as a key technical lead and individual contributor. You’ll design procedures, automate test execution, analyze data for continuous improvement, and leverage expertise to deliver robust end-customer solutions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS, CE, EE/Electronics, or related
• 1+ years of hands-on experience in failure analysis and system-level testing within a high-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash), advanced Linux command-line operations, and hardware/network troubleshooting including the ability to train others on Linux fundamentals.
• Expertise in computer and server hardware/software integration, diagnostics, and repair -particularly within a manufacturing or high-level assembly environment
• Strong knowledge of statistical analysis and its application to data-driven troubleshooting and decision-making

Preferred Qualifications

• Performing hands-on debugging, validation, and system-level failure analysis of next-generation server and rack systems within a high-mix, high-ambiguity manufacturing environment.
• System architecture understanding
• Intermediate programming in Bash and Python.
• Leak detection/prevention techniques and best practices.

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [e-mail] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).