Test Engineer

Plexus Corp.; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Plexus Corp. is seeking a Test Engineer in Buffalo Grove, IL to continuously improve test performance and equipment, troubleshoot complex issues, and support equipment installation and changes.

You will provide technical guidance and validate testing practices across global teams. The role requires a bachelor's degree and 1+ years of related experience, strong analytical skills, and experience with statistical analysis and lab/test equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 1+ years related experience preferred.
• Experience with statistics, SPC software, and data analysis.
• Strong problem-solving and cross-disciplinary collaboration ability.

Responsibilities

• Improve test performance and equipment for manufacturing.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and support installation changes.
• Provide technical guidance and validate testing equipment.
• Develop and maintain project documentation per quality guidelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet customer specs.

Skills

Computer skills

Decision making

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Statistical analysis

SPC software

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Test equipment experience

Lab tools

Job description

About us:

At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision.

When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world.

With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.

Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success.

As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth.

Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at usbenefits.plexus.com. Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. The annual compensation range for this position is stated below. The salary offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level.

Salary Range:
$64,200.00 - $96,200.00

Purpose Statement:

This role is responsible for continuously improving test performance and equipment, troubleshooting complex issues, supporting equipment installation and changes, and providing technical guidance. Test engineers also play a key role in implementing and validating testing equipment and identifying best practices globally.

Key Job Accountabilities

• Develops Manufacturing solutions/ Provide services that are high-quality, cost-appropriate, and satisfy the customer's requirements.
• Utilizes appropriate tools and equipment to perform necessary work including creation, analysis, and verification.
• Demonstrates a clear, discipline-specific understanding of the full Plexus Manufacturing processes/ Product Requirements & Specifications as it applies to their role.
• Successfully executes responsibilities in adherence to Plexus' Manufacturing Processes
• Produces comprehensive project documentation based on the needs of the project and in accordance with the quality and change management procedures and guidelines, as it applies to their role.

Education/Experience Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 1 or more years of related experience is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered.

Other Qualifications

• Intermediate Computer Skills
• Intermediate Decision Making, Problem Solving Skills
• Intermediate Verbal and Written Communications Skills
• Strong Analytical and statistical analysis Skills; Statistical Process Control Software Skills
• Proactive and ability to work in a Cross-Discipline team environment
• Understand Structured Design
• Ability to develop good working relationships with team members and customers
• Lab tool/ test/measurement equipment experience preferred

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.

We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at [e-mail]. Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.