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Equipment Firmware Usability Tester - Atlanta

Intellectual Concepts LLC

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Intellectual Concepts is looking for the right individual to fill a Equipment Firmware (Low Voltage) Tester position in the Metro Atlanta Area.

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with the motivation to develop and execute geospatial strategies as part of a collaborative team environment. The candidate will enthusiastically promote the value and support the expansion of geospatial solutions throughout the company.

Job Summary

In collaboration with the sensor device installation engineers develop and document test plans to validate hardware, firmware, and embedded software implementations. Creates test environments as needed and executes test plans, which may include electrical validation testing, feature evaluation, system integration testing, and interoperability testing, then documents the test results and any related secondary analysis and findings. Contributes to the creation, modification, and management of test automation scripts. Assists as needed in the analysis, recreation, and debugging of complex customer field device installation issues.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

  • Execute validation test plans to assess hardware, firmware, and software functionality, performance, compatibility, and reliability through White-box and Gray-box testing, including verification of interoperability within overall solution.
  • Collaborate with equipment installation team to create custom test setups using a combination of products, off-the-shelf test equipment, and custom equipment.
  • Contribute to the automation of validation processes to improve efficiency and repeatability; modify and manage automation scripts.
  • Document test procedures, results, and findings in a clear and concise manner.
  • Analyze test results and work collaboratively with hardware, firmware, and software engineers to debug embedded designs and identify root causes of failures to resolve issues.
  • Assist in the recreation and troubleshooting of customer site issues.

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

  • Associate’s Degree or Technical Degree or equivalent
  • Working knowledge with standard test equipment: oscilloscopes, DMM, data logger, spectrum analyzer
  • Experience with basic hardware tools and hands-on setup of equipment, including low voltage a line voltage wiring
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical issues to peers and non-technical audiences
  • Experience with MS Office suite
  • Ability to read and understand electrical schematics
  • Experience working in a fast paced environment, with the ability to work independently and balance multiple priorities and objectives simultaneously
  • Experience with operating more specialize test equipment: network analyzer, power analyzer, EMI, surge, EFT, thermal chambers, etc.

Preferred Skills and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Computer, or related field)
  • 2+ years experience in hardware validation, software/firmware QA, or a similar role
  • Desired experience using command-line and engineering-created tools (i.e. software test tools, dataloggers)
  • Desired experience creating test plans from specifications varying in detail
  • Desired knowledge of software development practices and methodologies (i.e. unit testing, code reviews, test-driven development, automated testing, agile)

Physical Requirements

Medium work – Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and /or up to 20 pounds of forces frequently, and /or 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.


We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Location: On site: 5 days week in the Metro Atlanta Area

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