Test Engineer Hardware 1-2 at Trust Automation

<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong><u>Trust Automation</u></strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Trust Automation has over 35 years of experience in custom motors, linear drives, digital drives, and systems which meet the unique needs of its customers. Its product line includes motors, linear drives, digital drives, custom assemblies, and products to fit unique applications and ground-up system design and manufacturing solutions.&nbsp; We design, build and support control and power management systems for the most demanding defense, semiconductor, industrial automation, and medical applications.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Trust Automation is an equal opportunity employer and committed to attracting, hiring, developing, and retaining a skilled, productive, and diverse workforce, personnel with competencies and experience related to the regional and State population.&nbsp; Every employee has an “at-will” relationship with Trust Automation.&nbsp; This means that employment with Trust Automation is at the mutual consent of the employer and the employee and is subject to termination by either party at will, with or without cause or advance notice.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong><u>Job Summary</u></strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Responsible for the hardware design and development of test solutions for a variety of products and systems, focused primarily on motion control applications.&nbsp; In addition to motion/motor control, test development responsibilities can include power conversion/control/management, and cyber security systems.&nbsp; Responsibilities include test-automation for manufacturing test solutions, and test development for requirement verification and product acceptance testing.&nbsp; Assists in the transition of products from Engineering into Manufacturing.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Test Engineer Hardware 1 typically requires 0 to 4 years of relatable engineering experience</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Test Engineer Hardware&nbsp;2 typically requires 5 to 8 years of relatable engineering experience</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong><u>Duties and Responsibilities</u></strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the essential functions.</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Design and development of test fixtures and tools for product acceptance testing, focusing on test-automation</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Develop and maintain automated tests, fixtures, and test procedures</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Requirement derivation, tracking and verification for test solutions</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Integration and test of test fixtures, completing validation of test hardware prior to release for use in manufacturing</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Support of test activities prior to full-rate production, as needed</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Providing sustaining engineering support for released products through design of specified changes and new features for existing hardware</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">May work under technical supervision and/or pre-established guidelines to develop skills and perform project tasks.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Developing test plans, methods, procedures and documentation for design verification testing (DVT)</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Support of DVT and qualification testing, as needed</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Participate in Trust Automation’s design and development processes, including design reviews</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Assist Program Managers and Trust VPs with project/program planning, including specification of system application solutions, task prioritization, and risk mitigation</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Contribute to project/program success by meeting deliverables on schedule and within budget</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong><u>Position Requirements</u></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Minimum Qualifications:</span> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">BS in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Hardware design experience, using tools like SolidWorks and/or Altium</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Basic electronics knowledge, familiarity with digital and analog circuits</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Testing equipment experience (oscilloscope, DVM, function generator, logic analyzer, etc…)</span></li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and mechanical drawings</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Practical experience in PCB level component troubleshooting</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Practical experience in electrical system level troubleshooting</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Familiarity with microcontroller and DSP architectures preferred</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Familiarity with communication interfaces/protocols: SPI, I2C, Modbus, USB, CAN, RS232/RS422/RS485, Ethernet, EtherCAT is preferred</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Familiarity with data acquisition systems is preferred</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Familiarity with agile development processes preferred</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Familiarity with mechatronics and embedded system preferred</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Thrives in an innovative, multidisciplinary design team environment</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Professional written and verbal communication skills, and excellent interpersonal skills</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ability to manage time effectively and work effectively with teammates and management</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">This position may be asked to drive for company purposes during the course of employment. If asked and agreed upon, employees must possess a valid California Driver’s License and clean driving record.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">May participate in the identity verification process to access secure client or government portals by authorizing certified supplier or customer management platforms to obtain information from your personal credit profile or other information, solely to verify your identity.&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <h4><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Physical Requirements</span></h4> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person, on the telephone or virtually.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Dexterity of hands, fingers, and wrist to operate a computer keyboard, calculator, or assemble/manufacture intricate items.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Seeing to read a variety of materials.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Sitting or standing for extended period of time.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Physical agility to lift up to 50 pounds to shoulder height. Any items that weigh more than 50 pounds will require two or more people or a lifting device to move.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Physical agility to lift, carry, push, or pull objects.</span></li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong><u>Pay/Salary Information</u></strong></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Pay scale for this position - $95,000 - $120,000.00 annually&nbsp;</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: .25in;">&nbsp;</p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: .25in;">&nbsp;</p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: .25in;">&nbsp;</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p>By submitting your application, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the information provided within. You certify that the information contained in this application is correct to the best of your knowledge. You understand that to falsify information is grounds for refusing to hire, or for discharge should you be hired.&nbsp;</p></div>