Test Technician II

EPITEC; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

EPITEC is seeking a Test Technician II to collaborate with software, electrical, and mechanical engineers on Connected Laundry Systems. The role focuses on ensuring timely, budget-conscious testing results with high-quality documentation for electronics and mechanical structures.

Responsibilities include cross-functional collaboration, system verification, mechanical tear-downs, design review participation, and thorough documentation of issues.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with requirements management and standard test procedures.
• Mechanical aptitude with a hands-on approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Interface with Architecture, Design, Software, and Management teams.
• Perform system verification and validation testing at machine level using manual and automated tools.
• Conduct mechanical tear-downs and rebuilds on test machines.
• Participate in design reviews and FMEA activities.
• Document and track software bugs and mechanical failures.
• Read electrical circuits and define sub-system interfaces per system design.
• Communicate test results clearly to stakeholders at all levels.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Clear communication

Requirements management

Hands-on problem solving

Education

Associates or Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

IBM

Jira

CodeBeamer

Job description

Contract Duration: 1 year, possible extension

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Pay Rate: $41/hr (U.S. Citizens and Green Card holders only. No visa candidates.)

Summary

The Test Technician II works closely with software, electrical, and mechanical engineers on Connected Laundry Systems. The primary goal of this role is to ensure testing results for electronics, mechanical structures, and other lab operations are delivered on time, within budget, and with high-quality documentation.

Responsibilities

• Interface with cross-functional teams, including Architecture, Design, Software, and Management.
• Execute system verification and validation testing at the machine level using both manual and automated tools.
• Perform mechanical tear-downs and rebuilds on test machines.
• Participate in technical design reviews, electronics requirements reviews, and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
• Document, track, and follow up on software bugs and mechanical failures.
• Read and understand electrical functional circuits and define sub-system interfaces in compliance with overall system design.
• Provide timely, objective, and clear communication of test results to stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of experience working with requirements management and executing standard test procedures (or relevant academic/professional experience).
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with a proactive, hands-on approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelors Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, Mechatronics, Aeronautical, or Automotive Engineering.
• 2+ years of experience in electronic systems validation (hardware, software, components, and wiring).
• Experience with requirements management tools such as IBM, Jire, or Codebeamer.
• Experience designing and machining test fixtures for custom test setups.
• Familiarity with electronics manufacturing processes and OPTO tools/systems.