Test Automation Developer

Communications & Power Industries (CPI); State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 67,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in electronic components is seeking a Test Automation Developer to enhance their engineering team. You will design and implement automation solutions using Python, and work collaboratively on electronic hardware testing. Ideal candidates should have a degree in a relevant technical field and at least two years of programming experience.

Benefits

Attractive compensation package

Comprehensive health and wellness programs

Career development opportunities

Generous retirement savings plan with company match

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Python programming.
• Understanding of Git source control methods.
• Working knowledge of SQL and database models.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automation tools and scripts in Python.
• Develop databases to store engineering data.
• Test and debug tools while documenting changes.

Skills

Python Programming

SQL

Git

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Relational Databases

Microsoft Office

Socket-based Communications

Job description

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TEST AUTOMATION DEVELOPER

SHAPING THE FUTURE THROUGH INNOVATION AND DISCOVERY!

With a history spanning more than seven decades, Communications & Power Industries’ thousands of products have impacted people’s lives in numerous unseen ways every day. Our highly engineered products serve as the backbone of modern-day commercial and military communications systems, assist in diagnosing medical conditions, empower scientific discoveries and space exploration, and much more.

TEST AUTOMATION DEVELOPER

SHAPING THE FUTURE THROUGH INNOVATION AND DISCOVERY!

With a history spanning more than seven decades, Communications & Power Industries’ thousands of products have impacted people’s lives in numerous unseen ways every day. Our highly engineered products serve as the backbone of modern-day commercial and military communications systems, assist in diagnosing medical conditions, empower scientific discoveries and space exploration, and much more.

CPI is headquartered in Plano, Texas and is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems. We have manufacturing locations in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. With a heritage of technological excellence, our team serves customers in the communications, defense, medical, industrial, and scientific markets.

Your Day To Day

We are actively seeking an experienced Test Automation Developer to join our multi-disciplined design engineering team. In this role, the developer will design, develop, test, and maintain internal applications for the automation of data collection from test equipment, processing and analysis of data, and the automatic generation of technical reports using data inputs.

You Will Be Accountable To

• Design, document, and implement automation tools and scripts in Python to support the engineering design process and the test of electronic hardware
• Develop data structures or databases to store and organize engineering data using Python and SQL tools
• Develop tools and scripts to interface with physical embedded electronic systems/controllers to update their programming, collect data, and monitor performance
• Test and debug tools and scripts while documenting bugs, fixes, and changes in our source control system
• Communicate with the hardware and embedded firmware design team about requirements for the automation tools
• Work cooperatively as part of an interdisciplinary engineering team on both hardware and embedded software development
• Contribute to the improvement of organizational processes, tools, and documentation
• Exercise latitude and show initiative in determining technical objectives of assignments
  
  

YOU ARE THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THIS JOB IF YOU HAVE:

• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering or related technical field
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Python programming (experience may include both professional and significant personal projects)
• Understanding of Git source control methods
• Basic background knowledge of working with electronics hardware
• Working knowledge of relational database models including SQL
• Working knowledge of socket-based communications in Python
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and the use of SharePoint
• Ability to multi-task and manage priorities between a small number of projects
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
  
  

Additional Asset Qualifications

• Electronic hardware design (Basic circuit design and analysis)
• Programming in C, C++
• Agile design experience
• Experience with community documentation paradigm (e.g. Confluence, Wiki)
• Automation of electronic test equipment
• CAN communications protocol
• SNMP protocol
  
  

This position requires potential access to technology controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The successful candidate must be a “U.S. Person” as defined under ITAR and EAR. In order to be a U.S. Person for ITAR and EAR purposes, you must (i) be a citizen or national of the United States; or (ii) be a lawful permanent resident of the United States; or (iii) a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

What We Offer

Whether you are a seasoned professional or just embarking on your career, CPI is an ideal place to expand your knowledge and expertise. We cultivate a healthy, dynamic, and team-oriented environment that empowers our employees to develop, create and deliver innovative, reliable technology solutions to power, connect, protect, and support a better tomorrow.

We offer our employees an attractive compensation package with competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including health and wellness programs, career development, generous retirement savings plan with company match and more!

Who We Are

We value the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds that each employee brings to CPI, and we respect each employee as an integral member of our growing team. CPI is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as to promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone. We celebrate the innovation that diversity creates in the work environment, and we recognize that each employee brings their own unique capabilities, experiences, and perspectives to the organization. It is this variety that adds value to our teams, as well as to our stakeholders. We welcome and encourage applicants to reach their full potential with us.

CPI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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