Test Engineer

Katalyst-Healthcares-; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Katalyst-Healthcares- seeks a Test Engineer to independently support project teams, execute test plans, and develop automated tests in a manufacturing setting. You will analyze results, drive improvements, and contribute to robust product verification.

The role requires hands-on work with NI LabVIEW, NI TestStand, and lab equipment, plus collaboration with design and manufacturing teams to ensure quality and testability across high-mix production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• Proficiency in LabVIEW, TestStand, and at least one programming language for test/automation.
• Strong understanding of electronic test methodologies and automated test systems in manufacturing.
• Ability to analyze data to drive decisions and improvements.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and listening skills across teams.

Responsibilities

• Execute test plans and test cases for various products and systems.
• Create automated test programs using LabVIEW and TestStand; occasional VB.NET, C++, Python, and Lua.
• Analyze test results and drive continuous improvement using statistical methods.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to understand product requirements and ensure testability.
• Document test procedures, results, and findings.
• Participate in design and code reviews to ensure testability and quality.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

TestStand

C/C++

Python

VB.NET

Git

SVN

Job description

Job Summary: We are seeking a Test Engineer to independently support project teams and execute test plans, develop automated test programs, analyze test results, and drive continuous improvement. The role requires hands-on experience with NI LabVIEW, NI TestStand, electronic test equipment, hardware debugging, and test automation in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Work independently with the group manager and play a key role on project teams.
• Support implementation of new programs, processes, and technologies.
• Execute test plans and test cases for various products and systems.
• Create automated test programs primarily using NI LabVIEW and TestStand, with occasional use of VB.NET, C++, Python, and Lua.
• Perform advanced Test Engineering assignments and improve testing methods.
• Analyze test results using statistical analysis tools and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to understand product requirements.
• Participate in design and code reviews to ensure testability and quality.
• Document test procedures, results, and findings.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• Proficiency in one or more structured programming languages such as LabVIEW, C/C++, Python, Java, or VB.NET for test or automation.
• Strong understanding of electronic test methodologies, hardware debugging, and automated test systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience using data to drive decisions and improvements.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and tasks in a fast-paced production environment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and listening skills with the ability to communicate across design, manufacturing, and operations teams.
• High attention to detail and strong commitment to product and process quality.

Preferred Skills

• Automated testing tools and frameworks, including NI LabVIEW, NI TestStand, and data acquisition systems.
• Hands-on experience with DMMs, power supplies, oscilloscopes, signal generators, and source measure units.
• Experience with Git, SVN, or other version control systems.
• Data analysis and statistical modeling using SPC, capability analysis, and yield analysis.
• Hardware testing, debugging, and troubleshooting using schematics and layout information.
• Metrology or calibration practices for precision measurement systems.
• Test automation experience in high-mix or high-volume manufacturing environments.