Test Engineer

SANMINA-SCI TECHNOLOGY INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation in Fremont, California, seeks a Test Engineer to develop, execute and troubleshoot tests for complex electromechanical assemblies. You will mentor test technicians, collaborate with customers on test plans, and support ongoing manufacturing and NPI activities.

The role requires a Bachelor's in engineering and 2+ years in electromechanical test engineering, with experience in precision control, vacuum testing and PFMEAs. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 2+ years of electromechanical manufacturing test engineering experience.
• Experience with precision control and/or feedback systems testing.
• Experience with vacuum chambers, RGA and leak tests.

Responsibilities

• Develop test plans and document test procedures for NPI of electromechanical assemblies in a clean environment.
• Ensure parts meet cleanliness specs by applying correct test criteria.
• Collaborate with customers on cleanliness strategies for production and manufacturing.
• Lead test anomaly troubleshooting and failure analysis activities and report to management and customers.
• Execute test procedures and train test engineers and technicians; monitor test results.
• Document and report test results with high accuracy per customer requirements.
• Manage internal/external resources and external vendors for test development and tooling.

Skills

Test engineering

Electromechanical testing

Vacuum testing

LabVIEW

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

Job description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

The Sanmina Fremont facility is a full-service enclosure systems solution manufacturing plant. Located in California’s Silicon Valley, this facility produces low-to-mid volume New Product Introduction (NPI) runs to full-scale volume. The Fremont facility offers everything from small piece parts to fully integrated and tested systems. In addition, this location offers in-house painting capabilities and flexible logistics solutions in distribution, inventory management and hubbing, as well as repair services.

Job Purpose

This position will be responsible for the development, execution, troubleshooting and debug of tests for complex electromechanical assemblies. This position will support on-going manufacturing and test of electromechanical assemblies through various activities including training and mentoring of test technicians and engineers.

Nature Of Duties/Responsibilities

• Develop test plans and document test procedures for new product introduction of state of the art electromechanical assemblies in a Class 1K cleanroom environment
• Ensure that all parts assembled in the cleanroom meet the required cleanliness specifications by focusing on the correct cleanliness test criteria.
• Collaborate with customers on parts cleanliness strategies for new products in production and manufacturing processes in the cleanroom.
• Participate in engineering CCB’s and assist in the development and refinement of PFMEAs.
• Perform test architecture and tester selection within the constraints of test requirements
• Develop software and hardware designs for test as required to complete product manufacturing goals
• Execute test procedures, train test engineers and technicians and monitor test results
• Document and report test results with a high degree of accuracy in conformance to customer test requirements.
• Lead test anomaly troubleshooting and failure analysis activities, recording and reporting this activity to both management and customers
• Activity management of internal and external resources, outside suppliers and vendors in support of test development, tool generation, OS selection, and validation testing

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or other related engineering discipline
• 2+ years of electromechanical manufacturing test engineering experience
• Experience with test of precision control and/or feedback systems required
• Test experience with vacuum chambers, specifically RGA and leak tests.
• Strong technical knowledge of electronic systems, software and components
• Experience in test fixture design, debug and testing as well as electronic interconnects and assembly processes
• Lab view development experience desired.
• Exposure to multi-disciplinary projects, such as robotics, mechatronics, or optical systems preferred but not required.
• Excellent oral and written communication is required with an ability to accurately convey complex information to both internal and external stakeholders, including customers
• Must work well in a team environment, possess an ability to adapt to change in the environment, and have proven ability to exert influence in a directive and positive manner

This is an ITAR facility and applicant must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Salary Range (annual): $75,000 - $97,500. Actual base pay within this range (determined at the offer stage) will be based on a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, and skills, and is just one element of our total rewards package. The total rewards package also includes a variety of benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business and, depending on the role, may include eligibility for restricted stock unit awards and participation in a discretionary bonus program.