Test Technician

ADP, Inc.; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Stangenes Industries, Inc. is seeking a TEST TECHNICIAN in Palo Alto to support development and production testing of prototype and finished systems.

You will set up oscilloscopes and other test equipment, run tests, and log results to assess performance and reliability. The role requires hands-on electrical/electronic testing experience, ability to interpret schematics, and a collaborative approach to resolve design issues with engineers.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years electronic/electrical testing and maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Associate’s Degree in Electronics Technology or Electrical Engineering preferred.
• Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical test and inspection equipment (DVMs, oscilloscopes, calipers, micrometers).
• Ability to read electrical schematics and basic mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Set up standard test equipment to conduct functional, environmental, and life tests.
• Collect, log, analyze and interpret test data.
• Indicate test status on products tested by stamping IDs.
• Analyze and interpret test information to resolve design-related problems with engineers.
• Build, calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair electrical instruments or testing equipment.
• Complete certificates of compliance when needed.

Skills

Electronic testing

Cross-functional teamwork

Documentation

Reading schematics

Education

Associate’s Degree in Electronics Technology or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Function generators

DMMs

Calipers

Micrometers

Scales

Pulse function generators

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Salary Range: $28.00 To $35.00 Hourly

TEST TECHNICIAN

For over 45 years, Stangenes Industries, Inc. ( www.stangenes.com ) has been manufacturing critical components for customers in government, industry and research. As an OEM supplier to major medical and industrial equipment manufacturers, we have earned a reputation for quality and reliability at globally competitive prices. The foremost government and institutional particle accelerator facilities and research laboratories in the world rely on Stangenes Industries for innovation and excellence.

Stangenes Industries, Inc. is focused on developing an efficient, skilled and cross-trained workforce. All employees are responsible for maintaining a safe work environment; and each person is empowered in a way that creates exceptional individual performance, highly successful work teams, outstanding customer service, and an atmosphere of mutual respect. To the extent possible, Stangenes will support opportunities for employee professional development.

Responsibilities:

• Set up standard test equipment (oscilloscopes, function generators, variable power supplies, frequency counters, and circuitry) to conduct functional, operational, environmental, and life tests to evaluate performance and reliability of prototype or production systems in a safe manner
• Collect, log, analyze and interpret test data
• Indicate test status on all product tested by stamping the product identification tags
• Analyze and interpret test information to resolve design-related problems which may require collaboration with electrical engineers and other personnel
• Build, calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair electrical instruments or testing equipment
• Complete certificates of compliance when needed

Qualifications:

• Two (2) years electronic/electrical testing and maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Associate’s Degree in Electronics Technology or Electrical Engineering is preferred
• Working knowledge of the proper use of electrical and mechanical test and inspection equipment, including DVMs, oscilloscopes, calipers, micrometers, scales and other equipment
• Demonstrated understanding of using Job Packets
• Basic computer skills, use of e-mail and Microsoft Office software
• Ability to understand electrical schematics and basic mechanical drawings and documentation
• Ability to work with electronic test equipment and hand tools in a manufacturing production test environment; DMMs, oscilloscopes, pulse function generators, etc.
• Ability to work successfully in cross-functional teams to solve complex problems
• Interact with employees, vendors, customers and visitors in a professional manner
• Ability to read, speak and legibly write in the English language

Stangenes Industries, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.