R&D Test Engineer, Ultrasound (Cambridge, MA)

Philips; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

401k match

HSA contributions

Stock purchase plan

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Philips in Cambridge, MA is seeking an experienced R&D Test Engineer for ultrasound development. You will design, implement, and maintain test software and methodologies for prototype transducers, collaborating with ASIC, acoustics, and electrical teams to validate hardware and software.

The role emphasizes ownership of test development from concept to production transfer, strong problem-solving, and cross-disciplinary communication. Hybrid office presence is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in engineering or CS, Master’s preferred for advanced roles.
• Strong programming experience in Python and C-based languages (C, C++, C#).
• Experience developing test software for hardware validation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain test software, scripts, and test methodologies for custom equipment.
• Own the test development process from concept to implementation, enabling validation of ultrasound transducers.
• Investigate performance issues, perform root-cause analysis, and troubleshoot hardware/software validation.
• Lead transfer of test methods from R&D to manufacturing ensuring readiness and knowledge sharing.
• Write and execute verification/validation protocols and improve test processes and product quality.

Skills

Python

C/C++

C#

Test software development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent

Master's degree preferred

Job description

R&D Test Engineer, Ultrasound (Cambridge, MA)### Job Description**R&D Test Engineer, Ultrasound:**Help drive the development of next-generation ultrasound technology by creating innovative test solutions and validating the hardware and software that power life-changing healthcare products.**Your role:*** Design, develop, and maintain test software, scripts, and methodologies on custom test equipment used to analyze and validate prototype ultrasound transducers, partnering closely with ASIC, acoustic, and electrical engineering teams.* Own the test development process from concept through implementation, creating innovative validation approaches for emerging technologies and solving complex technical challenges.* Investigate performance issues, perform root-cause analysis, and collaborate across disciplines to troubleshoot hardware and software validation problems.* Lead the transfer of test methods, protocols, and procedures from research and development into manufacturing, ensuring test readiness and knowledge sharing across teams.* Write and execute verification and validation protocols and reports, while continuously improving test processes, product quality, reliability, and manufacturing effectiveness.**You're the right fit if:*** You have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or an equivalent discipline. A Master’s degree is preferred.* You’ve acquired 6+ years of experience in test engineering, electrical engineering, electronics engineering, hardware validation, or a related technical field.* You have strong software development skills using Python and C-based programming languages such as C, C++, and C#, along with experience developing test software for hardware validation.* You must be able to successfully perform the following minimum Physical, Cognitive and Environmental job requirements with or without accommodation for this position.* You possess excellent problem-solving, communication, technical writing, and collaboration skills, enabling you to work effectively in cross-functional engineering environments and tackle challenges where solutions may not be immediately known.**How we work together**We believe that we are better together than apart. For our office-based teams, this means working in-person at least 3 days per week.This is an office role.**About Philips**We are a health technology company. We built our entire company around the belief that every human matters, and we won't stop until everybody everywhere has access to the quality healthcare that we all deserve. Do the work of your life to help improve the lives of others.* Learn more about our business.* Discover our rich and exciting history.* Learn more about our purpose.* Learn more about our culture.**Philips Transparency Details**The pay range for this position in Cambridge, MA is $115,000 to $182,000.The actual base pay offered may vary within the posted ranges depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity. In addition, other compensation, such as an annual incentive bonus, sales commission or long-term incentives may be offered. Employees are eligible to participate in our comprehensive Philips Total Rewards benefits program, which includes a generous PTO, 401k (up to 7% match), HSA (with company contribution), stock purchase plan, education reimbursement and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here.At Philips, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each case.**Additional Information**US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa, now or in the future.Company relocation benefits **will not** be provided for this position. For this position, you must reside in **or** within commuting distance to Cambridge, MA.This requisition is expected to stay active for 45 days but may close earlier if a successful candidate is selected or business necessity dictates. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration.*Philips is an Equal Employment and Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets and maintains a drug-free workplace.*