Drive Test Engineer Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Test Engineer is responsible for the maintenance and development of new and existing In-Circuit Test programs as well as Flying Probe and board/device level programmers. Work closely with test technicians and operators to provide support and training for testing and troubleshooting of highly complex printed circuit board assemblies. Work with engineering for development and test strategies of new product.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree in Electrical/Computing Engineering/related degree, or equivalent experience.
• Preferred 5+ years of experience in related field.
• Previous experience in automotive and manufacturing industry with a background in electronics strongly preferred.
• Preferred knowledge of cyber security.
• Understanding of analogy and digital testing.
• Preferred understanding of metrics and continuous improvement skills (ie FPY, FMEA, DFEMA, etc).
• Preferred understanding of programming languages (ie. C#, Python, VB).
• Demonstrated initiative to adapt and learn new processes and technologies from scratch.
• Demonstrated ability to research and recommend new products and processes. Must be able to initiate implementation of continuous improvement processes.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. to manage test fixtures.
• Ability to support flexible hours dependent on business needs.
• Demonstrated creativity and ingenuity to work on moderate to long-term assignments which are broad in nature.
• Strong organizational, project management, and leadership skills to prioritize, coordinate projects, manage conflicting needs, detail oriented, and multitasking skills. Must be able to work independently.
• Demonstrated ability to create experiments and collect data to detect and root cause manufacturing and product issues.
• Experience in a dynamic and fast-paced manufacturing environment, with the ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities.
• Proven experience working with cross functional teams to complete daily tasks and projects.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members, supervisors, and other employees.
• Knowledge/experience of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
• Strong problem-solving skills to identify and troubleshoot issues that may arise.

ROLE EXPECTATIONS

• Support manufacturing with failure analysis, tester debugging, reduction of intermittent failures and downtime of test equipment.
• Prepare recommendations for testing and documentation of procedures to be used from the product design phase through to initial production.
• Generate reports and analysis of test data, prepares documentation and recommendations
• Review circuit board designs for testability requirements.
• Review test equipment designs, data and RMA issues with customers regularly.
• Design, and direct engineering and technical personnel in fabrication of testing and test control apparatus and equipment.
• Direct and coordinate engineering activities concerned with development, procurement, installation, and calibration of instruments, equipment, and control devices required to test, record, and reduce test data.
• Determine conditions under which tests are to be conducted and sequences and phases of test operations.
• Perform moderately complex assignments of the engineering test function for standard and/or custom devices.
• Analyze and interpret test data and prepares technical reports for use by test engineering and management personnel.
• Perform development and maintenance techniques.
• May provide training in new procedures to production testing staff.
• Occasional travel might be required.

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified, and shall not be considered, as a detailed description of all the work required in the job.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities are not limited to those in the description and may change at any time, with or without notice, per management.

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AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

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