Manufacturing Test Engineer

cornelisnetworks; Wayne (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Incentives

Health benefits

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Open time off

Job summary

Cornelis Networks designs and manufactures high-performance network interconnects for AI and HPC datacenters. We seek a Manufacturing Test Engineer with 3+ years’ experience to build functional test fixtures, automate tests with Bash, Python, and C/C++, and support NPI from prototype to production.

You will troubleshoot production tests, maintain test procedures, and collaborate with Engineering and Contract Manufacturers to ensure robust, scalable test solutions in a fast-growing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or related fields is required or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience in a technology-based Manufacturing/Test Engineering environment.
• Experience in Bash, Linux, Python, C/C++.
• Experience working with PLM systems – product structure, bills of material, AVL, and compliance attributes.
• History of setting up and working with functional test stations within a Manufacturing environment.
• Experience with FPGA’s and other programmable components; familiarity with I2C, SPI, USB, Ethernet, PCIe.

Responsibilities

• Develops functional test processes and fixtures for contract manufacturers.
• Provides test process training to manufacturer’s technical groups and Cornelis Networks personnel.
• Develops troubleshooting tools to analyze production test failures.
• Maintains production test procedures in BOM references.
• Supports Production and RMA testing as part of Manufacturing Operations.
• Monitors test failures and RMA trends for improvement.
• Leads NPI testing and ensures smooth design-to-production transitions.
• Collaborates between Engineering and Manufacturing for new designs.

Skills

Bash

Python

C/C++

Linux

FPGA

Functional test stations

PCB testing

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

CAD

High-speed signaling

I2C

SPI

USB

Ethernet

PCIe

PLM systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or related fields

Tools

PLM systems

Job description

Cornelis Networks delivers the world’s highest performance scale-out networking solutions for AI and HPC datacenters. Our differentiated architecture seamlessly integrates hardware, software and system level technologies to maximize the efficiency of GPU, CPU and accelerator-based compute clusters at any scale. Our solutions drive breakthroughs in AI & HPC workloads, empowering our customers to push the boundaries of innovation. Backed by top-tier venture capital and strategic investors, we are committed to innovation, performance and scalability - solving the world’s most demanding computational challenges with our next-generation networking solutions.

We are a fast-growing, forward-thinking team of architects, engineers, and business professionals with a proven track record of building successful products and companies. As a global organization, our team spans multiple U.S. states and six countries, and we continue to expand with exceptional talent in onsite, hybrid, and fully remote roles.

Cornelis Networks designs and manufacturers a portfolio of network interconnect switches deployed in High Performance Computing and Artificial Intelligence applications. The product lines could be categorized as low-medium volume, high complexity that utilizes contract manufacturing partners for its core manufacturing. We are seeking an Engineering professional with experience in Manufacturing Test Engineering that includes both hardware and software development. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of Manufacturing Test Engineering processes and procedures, including hardware test fixture development and software scripting to support functional test.

The Manufacturing Test Engineer is responsible for supporting the technical functions within Manufacturing Operations. Supporting activities include but are not limited to, failure analysis on systems and assemblies, NPI process development as it relates to assembly and functional test, hands-on support for Engineering prototype needs, rework and repair of assemblies, etc.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contract Manufacturing – Responsible for the development of functional test processes and procedures to support the contract manufacturer. Test fixture design and deployment including creation of PCB test fixtures and assemblies. Formal process documentation that includes fixture setup/diagrams & step by step instruction.
• Provide test process training to the Contract Manufacturer’s technical groups and Cornelis Networks Manufacturing personnel.
• Develops troubleshooting tools and techniques to analyze production test failures.
• Implements and maintains all production test procedures in the material BOMs as “Reference Only” line items.
• Engages in Production and RMA testing as a regular member of the Manufacturing Operations group.
• Monitors and evaluates production test failures and RMA return failures for potential trends.
• New Product Introduction – Acts as the liaison between Engineering and Manufacturing to ensure a smooth transition of products from prototype to full production. Lead member of the Manufacturing NPI team. Develops test strategies to support new designs.
• Possess and demonstrates working knowledge of Bash, Python and C/C+ programming and script writing tools (VB, TeraTerm, Cygwin).
• Possess and demonstrate a working knowledge of Linux basic system administration.
• Engineering Release Support
  • Provides ECO updates on the hardware and software platforms at the Contract Manufacturer and with Cornelis Networks Manufacturing.
  • Ensure test processes are fully functional after updates.
  • Ensure all contract manufacturing sites are always testing using the current production release versions.
  • Applies change controls for all test station S/W platforms. Provides functional test and failure analysis on the Production and customer RMA assemblies.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Science, or related fields. Advanced degree a plus.
• 3+ years of experience in a technology-based Manufacturing/Test Engineering environment.
• Experience in Bash, Linux, Python, C/C++.
• Experience working with PLM systems – product structure, bills of material, AVL, and compliance attributes.
• History of setting up and working with functional test stations within a Manufacturing environment.
• Experience with FPGA’s and other programmable components.Strong electronic troubleshooting and analytical skills to include familiarity with I2C, SPI, USB, Ethernet, PCIe, and other high speed signaling protocols.
• Working experience with measurement tools such as volt meters, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
• Knowledge of PCB assembly processing and reworking methods for SMT components.
• Ability to read schematics, Engineering drawings and CAD files.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ICT development.
  

Location:

This role is based on-site located in Wayne, PA. The ideal candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance.

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes equity, cash, and incentives, along with health and retirement benefits. Our dynamic, flexible work environment provides the opportunity to collaborate with some of the most influential names in the semiconductor industry.

At Cornelis Networks your base salary is only one component of your comprehensive total rewards package. Your base pay will be determined by factors such as your skills, qualifications, experience, and location relative to the hiring range for the position. Depending on your role, you may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, including an annual bonus or sales incentives.

In addition to your base pay, you’ll have access to a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as disability and life insurance, a dependent care flexible spending account, accidental injury insurance, and pet insurance. We also offer generous paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, and Open Time Off (OTO) for regular full-time exempt employees. Other paid time off benefits include sick time, bonding leave, and pregnancy disability leave.

Cornelis Networks does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. Cornelis Networks is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.