Test Engineer

Capstone Search Advisors; Connecticut; On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Capstone Search Advisors represents a global manufacturing firm seeking an experienced Test Engineer focused on hardware and software validation. You will drive strategic test plans, collaborate with product teams, and support certifications (FCC/UL/CE) while contributing to automated testing tool development.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing across mobile, Windows, and web platforms, plus strong embedded/electronics background and leadership in development projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in a relevant engineering or computer field.
• Experience in electronic/firmware analysis, design, development and testing.
• End-to-end product development experience guiding concepts to production.
• Ability to read/analyze schematics, requirements and test data.
• Strong project management skills to create timelines and track activities.
• Leadership and collaboration across product teams.
• Innovation mindset with high initiative and result-oriented goals.
• Familiarity with RFID, WiFi, Zwave or Zigbee; knowledge of Python/C#/Java/TestComplete is valued.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Test Planning: Create, maintain, and execute test plans for hardware/software platforms.
• Collaborative Product Development: Work with teams to plan and implement test criteria for new and legacy products.
• Certification Excellence: Support FCC/UL/CE certifications and develop related docs.
• Innovative Testing Approaches: Conduct manual/automated testing for mobile, Windows, and web apps; develop test tools and fixtures.

Skills

Test Planning

Embedded systems

Firmware analysis

Schematic analysis

Project management

Analytical proficiency

Team collaboration

Innovation & initiative

RFID/WiFi/Zigbee

Software tools (Python, C#, Java, Test

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering/Electrical Engineering Technology/Computer Science/Computer Engineering

Tools

Python

C#

Java

TestComplete

SVN

GIT

JIRA

Job description

Global Manufacturing firm is expanding their Hardware Team, seeking to hire an experienced Test Engineer who will focus on both hardware and software components.

Responsibilities

Strategic Test Planning: Create, maintain, and execute comprehensive test plans and cases for interconnected hardware and software platforms, ensuring the highest quality standards.

• Collaborative Product Development: Work closely with product development teams, contributing to the creation, planning, and implementation of test plans, acceptance criteria, and procedures for both new and legacy product development.
• Certification Excellence: Direct activities supporting product certifications such as FCC, UL, CE, and others, and develop associated certification documentation.
• Innovative Testing Approaches: Be a part of manual and automated testing efforts for mobile apps, windows, and web-based applications. Write specialized testing tools and participate in the design and development of test automation tools, apparatus, and fixtures.

Experience/skills

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
• Versatile Engineering Background: Demonstrate expertise in electronic and/or firmware analysis design, development, and testing, along with experience in embedded micro-controller systems.
• End-to-End Development Experience: Showcase your experience in New Product Development, guiding projects from concept to production.
• Analytical Proficiency: Ability to read and analyze schematics, engineering requirements, data, and test results, ensuring the identification, tracking, and resolution of hardware, firmware, and system level software issues.
• Project Management Excellence: Strong project management skills with the ability to create timelines, track activities, and meet delivery and performance commitments.
• Collaborative Teammate: Exhibit strong leadership skills, collaborating effectively with team members throughout various product development and problem-solving activities.
• Innovation and Initiative: Bring a creative mindset, high initiative, and achievement-oriented goals to the table.
• Technological Proficiency: Familiarity with RFID, WiFi, Zwave, and/or Zigbee networks is preferred. Knowledge and experience with software tools such as Python, C#, Java, and TestComplete are highly valued.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with other tools such as SVN, GIT, Agile and JIRA.