Test Engineer

Socket.dev; Stratford (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kitchen Brains in Stratford, CT is seeking a Test Engineer to provide hands-on engineering support on the manufacturing floor and collaborate with Engineering to ensure efficient test methods.

You will design the manufacturing test process for new parts, program LabVIEW/TestStand and In-Circuit Test stations, troubleshoot PCBs, and help maintain test equipment while contributing to Lean improvements and data-driven quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years' experience in a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Ability to interpret PCB schematics, BOMs, assembly drawings, wiring diagrams, process sheets, and test procedures.
• Competent in troubleshooting electronic circuits containing simple microprocessor designs down to the component level.
• Fluent in LabVIEW/Test Stand and In-Circuit Testing.

Responsibilities

• Designs the manufacturing test process for new parts or products.
• Maintains and programs the LabVIEW/TestStand, In-Circuit Test stations.
• Interfaces with test equipment suppliers on test equipment selection, issues, and maintenance.
• Troubleshoots PCBs to the component level.
• Executes root cause analysis on in-house and field product.
• Writes, maintains, and trains operators on procedures.
• Performs preventative maintenance on production test equipment.
• Tracks and reports on test first pass yield metrics.
• Utilizes AI/ML-based tools to analyze test data and improve product quality and manufacturing test processes.

Skills

Embedded software programming

Soldering and de-soldering

Hands-on / mechanical assembly

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

TestStand

In-Circuit Testing

Oscilloscopes

Digital Multimeter

Job description

Company Overview

Founded in 1969, KitchenBrains®, continually leads the industry in the design, development, manufacturing and deployment of controls, monitors, sensors and IoT connectivity for foodservice outlets and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) that reduce costs, drive productivity, and increase guest satisfaction. Kitchen Brains brands, including (FAST.)®, Modularm® and KitchenEssentials, feature a growing number of products that incorporate KitchenKorrect™ IoT/cloud connectivity, and can be found in leading QSRs, casual and fine dining restaurants, convenience and grocery stores, schools, hospitals, stadiums and more globally.

Position Summary

The Test Engineer is responsible for providing engineering support and guidance to the day-to-day operations of the manufacturing floor. The Test Engineer will work closely with the Engineering department concerning product design to ensure efficient test methods.

In this role, you will be a hands-on individual contributor in Technical Operations and work as part of the Operations & Supply Chain team, reporting to the Director, Operations & Supply Chain.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Works closely with the Engineering department concerning product design to ensure efficient test methods.
• Designs the manufacturing test process for new parts or products.
• Interfaces with test equipment suppliers on test equipment selection, issues, and maintenance.
• Reviews and signs off on all ECR's and generates ECR's as required.
• Maintains and programs the LabVIEW/TestStand, In-Circuit Test stations.
• Configures and sets up computer software at a systems level.
• Troubleshoots PCBs to the component level.
• Experience with embedded software programming (e.g., C, C++, Python).
• Designs, builds, sets up, and operates automatic and manual test equipment, including in circuit test, functional tests, and bench tests.
• Pre-qualifies alternate components.
• Executes root cause analysis on in-house and field product.
• Generates and maintains CAR & SCAR database.
• Writes, maintains, and trains operators on procedures.
• Performs preventative maintenance on production test equipment as required.
• Tracks and reports on test first pass yield metrics.
• Supports the execution of Lean events/Continuous Improvement.
• Support production as needed (first article inspection, special builds, etc.).
• Utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning-based tools to analyze test data, identify trends, and improve product quality and manufacturing test processes.

Required Education and Experience

• 2-5 years' experience in a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience
• Conversant with configuring computers for communications protocol.
• Able to interpret PCB schematics, bill of materials, assembly drawings, wiring diagrams, process sheets, and test procedures.
• Competent in troubleshooting electronic circuits containing simple microprocessor designs, power supplies, AC and DC circuits down to the component level.
• Strong soldering and de-solder skills for both thru hole and surface mount components.
• Ability to be hands-on and perform light mechanical assembly.
• Familiar with the use of oscilloscopes, frequency counter, digital voltmeter, flash programming tools.
• Fluent in LabVIEW/Test Stand and In Circuit Testing.
• Able to modify existing and write new test programs for the LabVIEW/TestStand and In-Circuit test equipment.
• Familiarity with IPC specifications and/or IPC certification is a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite, specifically Microsoft Excel.
• Exceptional reasoning & technical problem-solving skills.
• Extremely detail oriented, well organized, and able to multitask.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

Kitchen Brains is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Monday - Friday
7AM - 3:30PM