Test Engineer I

Ultimate Staffing Services; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing Services is seeking Test Engineers for 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

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in electronics/EE required.
• Minimum 1 year in Test Engineering or related role.
• Strong knowledge of electronic circuits and test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain test fixtures and automated test programs.
• Evaluate and verify engineering design changes and process modifications.
• Plan and track Design for Testability (DFT) requirements.
• Analyze issues from prototypes to mass production and implement corrective actions.
• Support installation and maintenance of test equipment including burn-in systems.
• Verify test specifications, procedures, and requirements.
• Execute product verification activities and prepare test plans and reports.
• Review PWB test points to ensure adequate test coverage.
• Analyze RFQs and develop test strategies for new products.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program Management to improve product manufacturability.

Skills

Test engineering

Circuit analysis

Troubleshooting

Schematic reading

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Associate degree in Electronics

Tools

Electronic test equipment

Job description

Salary: USD34 - USD36 per hour + Medical, Dental, Vision

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.