Test System Engineer

Nidec Mobility America Corporation; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Mobility America Corporation in St. Charles, IL, is seeking a Test Systems Engineer to assist in developing automated test equipment for automotive components.

You will study drawings, collaborate with customers, diagnose faults, and build efficient test systems with attention to quality and cost. Requirements include a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, 1+ year in test design, and experience with LabVIEW/TestStand; familiarity with RS-232/Ethernet/CAN is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field required or a Developer Certification.
• 1+ year of Test Design/Systems experience preferred.
• Electronics or software background helpful for test systems development.
• Experience with automated test equipment (ATE) and test system integration desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing ATEs to test automotive components.
• Study technical drawings and specs to ensure installation/operations meet standards.
• Collaborate with customers to develop test criteria and methods.
• Diagnose faults in mechanical, software and electronic systems.
• Interpret test results and form conclusions about outcomes.
• Develop/build efficient, flexible test systems with quality control in mind.
• Produce calibration docs and test equipment BOMs.</string>,

Skills

Software programming

Circuit analysis

Test automation

ATE knowledge

Communication protocols

PLC ladder logic

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Developer Certification

Tools

LabVIEW

TestStand

CX-Programmer

Job description

NMOA (St. Charles, IL), headquarters our family of Companies with facilities in the USA, Canada, Germany and Mexico.

As a world leader in sensing and control technology, we control the most discrete functions within an automobile – from seat switches, power window switches, and instrument panel controls, towards complex user interfaces. NMOA is directly involved with automotive OEM’s and holds a leadership position within Nidec for product development with global vehicle makers.

Objective

The Test Systems Engineer is responsible for assisting Test Systems Engineers in developing ATEs (Automated Test Equipment) that will adequately perform tests on a various automotive components. This function is carried out with excellence and thoroughness, demanding attention to detail, accuracy and technical competence.

• Prepare and study technical drawings, specifications of electrical systems to ensure that installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with customers as required to develop test criteria and methods.
• Provide support in resolving technical issues to ensure test requirements are met.
• Diagnose faults and problems in mechanical, software, and electronic systems.
• An ability to interpret test results and provide an informed opinion or conclusion as to the outcome of this test.
• Develop/Build test systems with efficiency, flexibility and minimal cost without compromising quality.
• Produce and collate calibration documentation for the new and legacy test equipment
• Develop tester work instructions, drawings, and bills of materials.
• Perform other job related and support activity duties as required and directed.

Experience: 1+ years’ Test Design Engineer experience. Electronics experience preferred.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or similar preferred –or- a Developer Certification

Certifications: CLAD, CLD, CTD, CLED preferred, but not required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Software programming skills.
• Ability to design system level test hardware, understanding of analogue/digital interface circuitry, ability to analyze circuit diagrams for function in current designs.
• Test automation software experience with development tools\platforms such as National Instruments LabVIEW and/or TestStand.
• Understanding of Automation Test Equipment (ATE).
• Experience with communication protocols (RS-232, Ethernet, LIN, CAN, etc...)
• Knowledge of Omron CX-Programmer or other PLC development platforms and ladder logic programming, a plus.
• Strong critical thinking, analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Able to effectively plan and set priorities with efficient time management skills.
• Proactive, self-starter that delivers results on time and with high quality.
• Energetic, focused and a highly motivated self-starter.
• Ability to multi-task and work cross-functionally with strong organizational skills.
• Team player mentality, but able to work independently as required.
• Strong interpersonal, listening, questioning and communication skills (written and verbal).