Test Engineer I - Automation & Test Systems

Banner Recruiting; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 74,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Student Loan 401(k) match program

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

HSA with company contribution

Paid Time Off

Sales and Profit Sharing Eligibility

Flexible work hours

Life Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Banner Engineering in Minnesota is seeking a Test Engineer to support continuous improvement of test systems across global manufacturing facilities. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to design, maintain, and improve automated test solutions, applying your knowledge of electronics, mechanics, and programming.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of experience in electrical test or systems engineering, strong problem solving, and hands-on ability to troubleshoot test stations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer Engineering, Physics or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in electrical test, process, or systems engineering.
• Proficiency in C#, C++, Python, or Visual Basic.
• Experience developing, improving, and troubleshooting test systems on production floors.
• Ability to analyze electrical schematics and circuit designs to improve test systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop, improve, and maintain automated test programs using Python, C#, C++, TestStand, LabVIEW, or similar platforms.
• Upgrade and overhaul existing test systems to improve quality, process control, and usability.
• Analyze operator interactions to reduce manual steps and optimize test flow.
• Define test requirements, plans, and procedures based on equipment and product specs.
• Analyze test data to support root-cause investigations and drive corrective actions.
• Support manufacturing by troubleshooting test stations and improving throughput.
• Create detailed electrical schematics and drawings with a test technician.
• Integrate instruments such as DMMs, power supplies, optical power meters, and interfaces (Ethernet, RS232).
• Integrate automation equipment such as actuators and vision systems.
• Perform design reviews with design teams to improve testability and manufacturability.
• Ensure test systems comply with safety standards and quality processes.
• Document test designs, results, maintenance procedures, and calibration requirements.
• Evaluate electrical designs to meet intended requirements.
• Collaborate with optical, mechanical, software, and manufacturing engineers to deliver competitive products.

Skills

C#

C++

Python

LabVIEW

TestStand

Electrical schematics

Problem solving

Manufacturing support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

TestStand

LabVIEW

DMMs and power supplies

Job description

Banner Engineering in Minnesota is seeking a Test Engineer to support continuous improvement of test systems across global manufacturing facilities. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to design, maintain, and improve automated test solutions, applying your knowledge of electronics, mechanics, and programming.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of experience in electrical test or systems engineering, strong problem solving, and hands-on ability to troubleshoot test stations.