Test Equipment Engineer

Hunter Recruiting; Twinsburg (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Recruiting seeks a Test Engineer II to develop and program electrical and automated test equipment for new products and engineering testing. You will troubleshoot equipment, modify fixtures and control circuits, and develop testing methods to meet performance requirements.

You will collaborate with product design engineers and facilities to document results, install equipment, and ensure health, safety, and environmental standards are followed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent; 5+ years aerospace experience.
• In lieu of Bachelor’s, an Associate’s degree with 7 years aerospace experience.
• Proficient in LABView.
• Proficient in programming languages such as C++ and Python.
• Understanding of aircraft power generation.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting test equipment and products.
• Drafts proposals for testing programs and operating procedures; outlines testing conditions.
• Modifies test fixtures, control circuits, and instrumentation.
• Designs new test fixtures, control circuits, and instrumentation for testers.
• Programs test computers to automate tests and record data.
• Develops test methods with design engineers to meet specs.
• Writes clear test procedures, instructions, and test reports.
• Assists in installing and modifying facility infrastructure for new equipment.
• Adheres to safe work practices and health/safety programs.
• Evening/night hours may be required.
• Extra hours during peak Business periods.

Skills

Communication

Technical writing

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Associate’s degree in Engineering

Tools

LABView

C++

Python

Job description

The Test Engineer II is responsible for developing, designing, and programming electrical and automated test equipment and software for new products and engineering testing. This role involves troubleshooting test equipment and products, designing and modifying test fixtures, control circuits, and instrumentation, and developing test methods to ensure products meet required performance specifications. The engineer will collaborate with product design engineers and facility and test engineering managers to develop testing procedures, document test results, and support the installation and integration of new test equipment. The position requires adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards, with flexibility to work evening or night shifts and additional hours during peak business periods.

• Troubleshooting of test equipment and products.


• Drafts proposals for testing programs and operating procedures; outlines the specific testing conditions to be applied.


• Modifies test fixtures, control circuits, and instrumentation.


• Design new test fixtures, control circuits, and instrumentation for testers for new products and engineering testing.


• Program test computers to automate/control tests and record test data for new products and engineering testing.


• Work with product design engineers to develop test methods to ensure that specification performance requirements are met.


• Write clear and complete test procedures, instructions, and test reports.


• Work with the facility manager and test engineering manager in assessing and modifying facility infrastructure when installing new test equipment.


• Adhere to safe work practices and contribute to the evolution of health, safety, and environmental program and culture.


• Other duties may be assigned.


• Evening/night hours may be required.


• Extra hours may be required during business peaks.

Test Engineer II Job Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to discuss product flaws in a constructive and positive manner.


• Excellent technical writing skills.


• Excellent interpersonal skills.


• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Excellent troubleshooting and repair skills.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software to prepare test reports and proposals

Education and/or Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent is required and a minimum of five (5) years of related (aerospace) work experience.


• In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, an Associate’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent, and a minimum of seven (7) years of related (aerospace) work experience

Preferred Skills

• Proficient in LABView.


• Proficient in additional programming languages (C++, Python, etc).


• Understanding of aircraft power generation.