Test Engineer III

Actalent; California; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Test Engineer III to design, develop, and program automated test equipment for electronics manufacturing. You will refine test methods, fixtures, and procedures for production and new product development, while guiding engineering teams on Design for Test (DFT).

You will collaborate with manufacturing engineering and provide hands-on support to technicians. The role emphasizes test system optimization, equipment deployment on the production floor, and ongoing improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of test engineering experience in electronics manufacturing.
• Experience designing, building, and programming automated test equipment (ATE).
• Proficiency in test methods, procedures, and validation processes.
• Ability to evaluate designs for Design for Test (DFT) and provide actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and program Automated Test Equipment for manufacturing and product testing.
• Create and improve test methods, fixtures, and procedures for production and NPI.
• Provide DFT guidance to engineering teams and support tester implementation on the floor.
• Train technicians on tester operation and troubleshooting.
• Generate cost and time estimates for tester development projects.

Skills

ATE design

LabVIEW

Python

Cross-functional teamwork

Root-cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering

Master’s preferred in related field

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Power supplies

Test automation software

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Test Engineer IIIJob Description

The Test Engineer III designs, develops, and programs automated test equipment to support electronics manufacturing and product testing. This role creates and refines test methods, fixtures, and procedures for both production and new product development, while providing Design for Test guidance to engineering teams. The Test Engineer III collaborates closely with manufacturing engineering, supports tester implementation and continuous improvement, and offers hands-on technical support to technicians and production teams in a high-visibility, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and program Automated Test Equipment (ATE) for manufacturing and product testing environments.
• Create, document, and improve test methods, test fixtures, and test procedures to support production and new product introduction.
• Evaluate product designs and provide Design for Test (DFT) recommendations to improve testability and coverage.
• Partner with manufacturing engineering to develop robust testing processes and manufacturing specifications.
• Support implementation of new testers on the production floor, including setup, verification, and validation.
• Troubleshoot hardware, test systems, and manufacturing test issues to minimize downtime and improve yield.
• Drive continuous improvement activities for test systems, methods, and processes.
• Generate cost and time estimates for tester development projects and test-related initiatives.
• Train technicians on tester operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Provide ongoing technical support for production testing and manufacturing operations.
• Assist in the design and development of both manual and automated test fixtures.
• Develop and maintain test automation software and scripts for electronic products.
• Support design validation activities by developing and executing appropriate test plans.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and technician teams to ensure effective test strategies.
• Use electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power supplies to perform measurements and diagnostics.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of test engineering experience in an electronics manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of electronics, circuit design, and electrical systems.
• Experience designing, building, and programming automated test equipment for manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency in developing test methods, test procedures, and validation processes.
• Ability to evaluate product designs for Design for Test (DFT) and provide actionable recommendations.
• Strong understanding of electronic circuits, components, and test equipment.
• Experience operating oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and other electronic test instruments.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting hardware and manufacturing test issues.
• Programming experience related to automated testing, including tools such as LabVIEW and Python.
• Ability to support technicians and production teams with test-related issues.
• Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functionally teams with engineering, manufacturing, and technician groups.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline is preferred.
• Experience with PCB manufacturing, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with design validation and verification activities.
• Background in manufacturing engineering collaboration for test and process development.
• Exposure to communication and audio technology products is beneficial.
• Experience developing both manual and automated test fixtures.
• Strong communication skills for training and supporting technicians and production staff.
• Ability to manage multiple test projects, including estimating cost and development timelines.

Work Environment

This role operates in an electronics manufacturing and engineering environment focused on communication and audio technology products used worldwide. The position is hands-on, with significant ownership of automated test systems and manufacturing test strategy, and offers high visibility within both engineering and manufacturing teams. You will work closely with a collaborative engineering group in a production and new product development setting, using electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supp