Test Engineering Aide: Build & Debug ATE Systems

Vicor; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Vicor is an American manufacturer of advanced 48V centric DC-DC converters, delivering high power density for AI, EVs and aerospace. The Engineering Aide - Test role supports Test Engineering in designing and building proprietary ATE hardware and software for analog components in a high‑volume manufacturing setting.

The position emphasizes constructing and debugging test circuits, documenting experiments, and collaborating with engineers to ensure successful project execution in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent certification.
• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience in test engineering support.
• Proficiency in basic electrical principles and handling ATE equipment.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, schematics, and test specifications.
• Familiarity with lab equipment (multimeters, scopes, function generators, probes).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in construction and support of proprietary ATE hardware and software.
• Construct, analyze, and debug test circuits; document experiments and qualifications.
• Support Test Engineers with new product development and testing existing products.
• Collaborate with Engineers to design, build, troubleshoot, and repair electrical circuits for testing.
• Build custom test equipment for use in automated test systems.
• Document data and testing specifications for products.
• Provide test support to other departments as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Soldering

Read drawings & schematics

Independence

Education

Associates degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Automated Test Equipment (ATE)

CAD software

Job description

Vicor is an American manufacturer of advanced 48V centric DC-DC converters, delivering high power density for AI, EVs and aerospace. The Engineering Aide - Test role supports Test Engineering in designing and building proprietary ATE hardware and software for analog components in a high‑volume manufacturing setting.

The position emphasizes constructing and debugging test circuits, documenting experiments, and collaborating with engineers to ensure successful project execution in a fast-paced