Test Engineer I

Ultimate Staffing; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing is seeking entry-level Test Engineers to join a client in Plano, TX. The role is 100% onsite, Monday–Friday, swing shift from 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm, with temp-to-hire.

This is an ideal opportunity to launch a hardware engineering career focused on testing and validation. The Test Engineer will design, develop, and maintain test programs and fixtures for electronic products, supporting NPI and manufacturing while ensuring product quality throughout development and production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical/Electronics or related technical field.
• 1 year of experience in a Test Engineering or related role.
• Experience developing test programs and validating test specifications.
• 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, validate, and verify engineering design changes and manufacturing process modifications.
• Plan and track Design for Testability requirements for new product introductions.
• Analyze issues during prototype builds, pilot runs, and mass production and implement corrective actions.
• Support installation, qualification, and maintenance of test equipment including burn-in systems.
• Verify and approve test specifications, test procedures, and testing requirements.
• Execute product verification activities and prepare test plans and reports.
• Review PWB test points to ensure adequate coverage.
• Analyze customer RFQs and develop test strategies for new products.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and PM teams to improve performance and manufacturability.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Test engineering

Schematic reading

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Associate degree in Electronics with related work experience

Tools

Burn-in systems

Job description

Ultimate Staffing is seeking Test Engineers to join a client in Plano, TX. These are entry level roles providing a great opportunity to launch a hardware engineering career. These are temp to hire positions. The role is Monday - Friday, 100% onsite. This is a swing shift role. Monday - Friday 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm.

The Test Engineer will support new product introduction and manufacturing operations through the development, implementation, and optimization of test solutions for electronic products. This role is responsible for designing and maintaining test programs, developing test fixtures and jigs, validating engineering changes, and ensuring product quality throughout development and production. The ideal candidate possesses a strong foundation in electronic circuit design, digital electronics, test methodologies, and troubleshooting techniques.

Ultimate Staffing is seeking Test Engineers to join a client in Plano, TX. These are entry level roles providing a great opportunity to launch a hardware engineering career. These are temp to hire positions. The role is Monday - Friday, 100% onsite. This is a swing shift role. Monday - Friday 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm.

The Test Engineer will support new product introduction and manufacturing operations through the development, implementation, and optimization of test solutions for electronic products. This role is responsible for designing and maintaining test programs, developing test fixtures and jigs, validating engineering changes, and ensuring product quality throughout development and production. The ideal candidate possesses a strong foundation in electronic circuit design, digital electronics, test methodologies, and troubleshooting techniques.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.

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.