Lab Test Engineer

Würth Elektronik Group; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

401(k) Plan

Dependent Day Care Accounts

Job summary

Würth Elektronik Group seeks a Lab Test Engineer to run, document, and compare test sequences on evaluation boards across line and load conditions. You will modify boards, verify test programs, and document results for component comparisons.

The role requires hands-on testing skills, PCB solder rework, and proficiency with Python, LabVIEW, and SCPI protocols. Plano, TX location with a full benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum second year of a BSEE or BSET program.
• Experience with component testing and documentation is preferred.
• Proficient in basic electrical test methods and data recording.

Responsibilities

• Run and document test sequences on eval boards for line and load conditions.
• Compare efficiency, ripple, and temperature rise between components.
• Prepare and rework test boards by substituting components as needed.
• Set up and verify test programs, and load test data.
• Perform electrical tests per documented procedures.
• Document test procedures, conditions, and results for comparisons.
• Provide feedback to improve test documentation and programs.

Skills

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Thermal Imaging

Power Supplies

Solder Rework

Python

LabVIEW

SCPI

Documentation

Spreadsheet Analysis

Education

BSEE or BSET, 2nd year

Tools

Soldering equipment

Job description

Würth Elektronik And The IC Support Team

Würth Elektronik, a key division of the privately-owned German conglomerate, Würth Group, boasting 80,000 employees and $15 billion in revenue, stands as the premier Global leader in high-quality electronic and electromechanical components. Operating with a workforce of over 8,000 individuals across fifty countries, Würth Elektronik plays a pivotal role in advancing technologies vital to the future, including electric vehicles, 5G, and energy harvesting. Our unwavering commitment is to not only meet but exceed our customers' expectations.

Title: Lab Test Engineer

About The Team

Our global semiconductor support team comprises 30+ engineers and technical marketing experts spread across the globe, providing crucial support to IC manufacturers in Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Reporting directly to the Würth Elektronik General Managers in Germany, our team enjoys a high degree of autonomy in shaping its strategy and decision-making processes. Würth Elektronik places a high value on loyalty, hard work, and fosters employee growth within the organization.

Position Summary

Responsible for running and documenting test sequences on eval boards over line and load operating conditions and documenting comparisons of efficiency performance, ripple voltage and temperature rise performance between different components on a board. This position will require preparation and rework of test boards through substitution of soldered components on evaluation test boards to facilitate comparisons between the component under evaluation and the baseline component minimal variations in the parameters of the other components on the test board.

Key Responsibilities

• You will run tests to compare the technical performance of components for different electronic applications focused and dc-dc power conversion.
• Preparation of boards for the test sequence by visual confirmation of the assembled test boards to an electrical schematic. Perform physical board modifications if necessary.
• Load and confirm test programs.
• Perform electrical tests per test documentation.
• Solder rework test boards to compare components.
• Provide feedback to improve test documentation and test programs.
• Perform graphical analysis over various test conditions of test results over various test conditions.
• Document test procedure, test conditions and test results and provide necessary comparison of components technical performance.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of multimeters, benchtop power suppliers, oscilloscopes, and thermal imagers
• Spreadsheet analysis of test results.
• Solder rework of PCB assemblies.
• Written documentation skills.

Working knowledge of Python, LabVIEW and SCPI protocols is a plus.

Job Type

Full-Time

Experience

Minimum second year of a BSEE or BSET program

Work Location

Plano, TX

Company Culture

• People-oriented: supportive and fairness-focused
• Fast paced: competitive and growth-oriented
• Stable: traditional, stable, strong processes

Benefits

We offer a full benefit package that includes Basic Life, Vision, and Short and Long Term Disability provided by the Company at no cost to you. Medical, Dental, Additional Life Insurance and Vision insurance for employee and family, Identity Theft Protection, and Legal Services Benefit are available at group rates through payroll deduction. A 401(k) Retirement Plan, Flexible Spending and Dependent Day Care Accounts are available. Benefits are available the first of the month following the hire date except for Short and Long Term Disability that have a 60-day waiting period.