Test Engineer

Crystal Group Inc.; Hiawatha (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

ESOP

On-site gym

Job summary

Crystal Group, Inc. in Hiawatha, IA, is seeking a Test Engineer to coordinate and perform qualification testing on commercial and military grade rugged electronics.

This on-site role supports product development and validation, and involves EMC, environmental, power, and safety testing to prove design acceptability for certifications. You will work with systems teams and external labs, set up test equipment, run experiments, collect data, and produce compliance reports.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of compliance test standards and conducting tests.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform qualification testing on rugged electronics.
• Support development, validation, and certification efforts with EMC, environmental, and safety tests.
• Prepare and analyze test data, write reports, and coordinate with external labs.
• Assist in test plan and strategy development with Systems team.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Wire harnesses

Cables routing

Hardware integration

Compliance standards

Engineering theory

Military standards

Instrumentation

Test equipment

Networking hardware

Engineering software

Datasheets

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Physics

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

10+ years Mechanical Engineering experience in lieu of a degree

Tools

Altium Designer

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

LTspice

Job description

## Test EngineerApplylocations: Hiawatha, IA: Cedar Rapids, IAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 10 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: September 4, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R0004662**Job Description:****Job Title:** Test Engineer **Reports to:** Manager, Engineering **Department:** Engineering **Work Model:** Full-time, On-site – 20%+ Travel Required **Schedule:** Monday – Friday 8am-5pm **Company & Benefit Information:** At Crystal Group, we do hard things – designing and building rugged tech and tech solutions that provide predictable performance in the world’s most unforgiving environments. As a 100% employee-owned company, here you take extreme ownership of your role and work and invest in your own success and that of your teammates. Together we use a *zero limits* approach to wow our customers. Crystal Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including: * Medical/dental/vision insurance* Paid time off* Tuition reimbursement* Wellness programs* Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)* On-Site Gym **Job Summary**This position is responsible for coordinating and performing qualification testing on commercial and military grade rugged electronics. Environmental, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), power, and safety qualification are used to support product development and validation, marketing, sales, and manufacturing initiatives to prove design acceptability and obtain various compliance certifications. **Essential Functions** * Basic understanding of compliance test standards; conducting and witnessing tests; performing diagnostic procedures; measuring performance; analyzing and evaluating findings; performing forensic analysis of failures; troubleshooting failures; supervising sub-contractors.* Attain compliance by isolating and resolving non-compliance issues; recommending product and process changes; initiating engineering change notices* Basic understanding and completes compliance reports by collecting and summarizing measurement data and trends* Basic assistance for development of test strategies with the Systems team* Basic understanding and development of test plans* Effective coordination with external laboratories for development of test procedures* Basic assistance with engineers and designers through product characterization and testing* Basic assistance in product design, development, and production* Provide testing input during design and development phase* Inspect products and testing processes for flaws and identify areas of improvement* Build and set up equipment for testing* Prepare and conduct experiments* Conduct tests and collect data* Calculate or records results during experiments* Assist in coordinating with external, 3rd party laboratories for quotation and scheduling* Provide oversight for internal testing and external, 3rd party testing* Coordinate witnesses for observed testing **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities*** Basic Knowledge of mechanical or electrical systems required * Familiar with the design and build of wire harnesses and cables* Familiar with how cables are routed in a computer-based system* Basic knowledge of computer hardware and systems integration* Basic knowledge of compliance and testing industry standards* Basic understanding of commonly practiced concepts related to Electrical or Mechanical Engineering theory* Current and past industry standards for military, automotive industry, or industrial environments* Use of full range instrumentation including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers* Operating large stationary machinery including Thermotron’s, vibe tables, or EMC antenna arrays* Multitask to meet several simultaneous project milestones up to and including completion of several projects* Build, troubleshoot, and debug computer-based systems including network switches, firewalls, rack mounted monitors KVMs, or rack mounted UPS* Ability to use various software programs related to engineering theory (Altium Designer, AutoDesk inventor, AutoCAD, LT SPICE)* Read and compare technical data sheets **Required Qualifications*** Must be a US Person (US Citizen, person granted US Permanent Resident Card or any individual who is granted status as a "protected person”)* Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science or related engineering field or at least 10+ years of Mechanical Engineering experience in lieu of a degree* Current valid US driver’s license with good driving record**Preferred Qualifications*** 3+ years of electrical or mechanical component building experience* 3+ years of CAD software related work* Extensive knowledge of computer equipment (PC, firewall, switch, data acquisition systems, UPS, server rack equipment, etc.)* Extensive knowledge of advanced testing equipment (bode plot generators, oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, hall-effect probes, etc.)**Working Conditions**Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Occasional exposure to manufacturing floor and testing environments. May require lifting up to 25 lbs, standing for extended periods during product testing. **EEO Statement** Crystal Group, Inc, maintains a program of equal employment opportunity designed to ensure that employment and advancement opportunities are made available to all employees and applicants on the basis of individual qualifications and without regard to race, religion, color, creed, national origin, disability, age, sex, genetic information, military status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws. **Offer Contingency**All job offers are contingent on the applicant successfully completing the background check and drug screen. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other responsibilities as necessary. Employment with Crystal Group remains at-will.