Test Engineer 1, Student_Graduate

Ultimate Staffing; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing in Plano, TX is seeking an Electrical Engineering student or recent graduate for an entry-level Test Engineer role on a swing shift (Mon-Fri, 2:00 PM–10:30 PM). This temp-to-hire position supports hands-on test engineering in a manufacturing environment.

The Test Engineer I will help with NPI and manufacturing test, designing and maintaining test fixtures, validating changes, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating across Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, OR Associate degree with relevant work experience.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a Test Engineering role.
• Strong understanding of electronic circuits and test equipment.
• Ability to read schematics, layouts, and engineering drawings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain test fixtures, test jigs, and automated test programs for electronic products.
• Evaluate and validate engineering design changes and manufacturing process modifications.
• Plan and track Design for Testability requirements for new products.
• Analyze issues from prototype builds to mass production and implement corrective actions.
• Support installation and maintenance of test equipment including burn-in systems.
• Verify test specifications and procedures and prepare validation documentation.

Skills

Circuit analysis

Troubleshooting

Test equipment

Schematics reading

Documentation

Communication

DFT awareness

Automation testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Associate degree in Electronics

Tools

Electronic test equipment

Burn-in systems

Job description

Electrical Engineering Student or Gradute

Swing Shift: Monday-Friday, 2:00 PM-10:30 PM

Ultimate Staffing is seeking New Electrical Engineering Students or Graduates / entry-level Test Engineers to join our client's team in Plano, TX. This temp-to-hire opportunity is ideal for candidates looking to launch or grow a career in hardware engineering while supporting hands-on test engineering initiatives in a manufacturing environment.

The Test Engineer I will support new product introduction and manufacturing operations through the development, implementation, and optimization of test solutions for electronic products. This role will help design and maintain test programs, develop test fixtures and jigs, validate engineering changes, troubleshoot product issues, and support quality throughout development and production.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain test fixtures, test jigs, and automated test programs for electronic products.
• Evaluate, validate, and verify engineering design changes and manufacturing process modifications.
• Plan, assess, validate, and track Design for Testability (DFT) requirements for new product introductions.
• Analyze issues identified during prototype builds, pilot runs, and mass production, and implement effective corrective actions.
• Support the installation, qualification, and maintenance of engineering and production test equipment, including burn-in systems.
• Verify and approve test specifications, test procedures, and test engineering requirements.
• Execute product verification activities and prepare comprehensive test plans, test reports, and validation documentation.
• Review and confirm printed wiring board (PWB) test points to ensure adequate test coverage.
• Analyze customer RFQs and develop appropriate test strategies and methodologies for new products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program Management to improve product performance and manufacturability.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical field; OR
• Associate degree in Electronics or a related discipline with equivalent relevant work experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a Test Engineering or related role.
• Experience developing test programs and validating test specifications and test engineering requirements.
• Strong understanding of electronic circuits, digital circuitry, and electronic test equipment.
• Proficiency with circuit analysis, troubleshooting, and bench-level test equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, layouts, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience preparing technical documentation, test plans, and engineering reports.

Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) and manufacturing environments.

Familiarity with Design for Testability (DFT) principles and production test methodologies.

Knowledge of automated test systems, fixture development, and burn-in processes.

Experience troubleshooting products throughout prototype, pilot, and production phases.

Core Competencies

Electronic circuit analysis and troubleshooting

Digital electronics and test methodology

Automated test program development

Test fixture, jig, and equipment support

Design for Testability (DFT) awareness

Product validation and verification

Technical documentation and reporting

Cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program Management

Problem-solving in prototype, pilot, and production environments

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.