Senior Test Engineer

Engtal; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Engtal in Austin, TX is seeking a Senior Test Engineer / Team Lead to drive automatic testing of thermoelectric materials and devices using LabVIEW, Python, and MATLAB, while mentoring junior engineers.

You will lead test planning, develop custom fixtures, coordinate cross-functional schedules, and push for data quality improvements and metrology expansion as part of a fast-paced engineering team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering; master's preferred.
• 3–5+ years hands-on lab or test experience, preferably involving thermoelectric materials or electronic devices.
• Proficiency with LabVIEW and programming in Python/MATLAB.
• Strong data analysis and reporting using Python, MATLAB, and Office.
• Experience with laboratory instrumentation such as DMMs, power supplies, data acquisition systems, and relay switching equipment.
• Familiarity with vacuum systems and related components.
• Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks is a plus.
• Experience with 3D printing for rapid prototyping is a plus.
• Experience using silicon wafer probe stations is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead test planning and mentor junior test and failure analysis engineers.
• Characterize TE materials and devices using custom test systems and measure key properties.
• Develop, modify, and maintain LabVIEW test software and data processing tools.
• Coordinate testing schedules across engineering teams and provide technical guidance.
• Analyze test data and prepare technical reports for leadership.

Skills

LabVIEW

Python

MATLAB

Data analysis

Test instruments

Electrical testing

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

3D printing

Wafer probing

Job description

Overview

An innovative engineering company in Austin, Texas is seeking an experienced Senior Test Engineer / Team Lead to join its advanced thermoelectric testing team. This role is responsible for characterizing thermoelectric (TE) materials and devices using LabVIEW-based data acquisition systems while leading test planning, supporting cross-functional engineering teams, and mentoring other test and failure analysis engineers.

The ideal candidate has strong hands-on laboratory experience, enjoys developing automated test solutions, and is passionate about improving test methods, data quality, and engineering processes.

Responsibilities

• Characterize thermoelectric (TE) materials to measure electrical conductivity, Seebeck coefficient, Hall parameters, and other material properties using custom-built test systems.
• Perform thermoelectric device testing to evaluate maximum performance parameters (ΔT, voltage, current) and electrical characteristics (DC and AC resistance).
• Conduct wafer-level electrical testing using manual and semi-automatic probe stations.
• Analyze test data and prepare technical reports for engineering teams and leadership.
• Lead discussions on test results and data analysis to support engineering decisions related to material development and product performance.
• Develop, modify, and maintain LabVIEW test software and data processing tools to improve automation, throughput, and efficiency.
• Design, modify, and maintain custom test fixtures and laboratory equipment as needed.
• Coordinate testing schedules across engineering teams while providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior test and failure analysis engineers.
• Support the ongoing development and expansion of laboratory metrology capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline (Master's or PhD preferred).
• 3–5+ years of hands-on laboratory or engineering test experience, preferably involving thermoelectric materials or electronic devices.
• Experience with test automation using LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB, or similar programming tools.
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills using Python, MATLAB, and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with laboratory instrumentation such as digital multimeters, power supplies, data acquisition systems, and relay switching equipment.
• Familiarity with vacuum systems, including vacuum chambers, pumps, valves, fittings, and sealing methods.
• Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks is a plus.
• Experience with 3D printing for rapid prototyping is a plus.
• Experience using silicon wafer probe stations is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced engineering environment with occasional weekend support when needed.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company benefits
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge thermoelectric technologies in a collaborative engineering environment