Job Posting Start Date 12-03-2024 Job Posting End Date 02-03-2025

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Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Test Engineer located in Columbia, SC.

Reporting to the Test Engineering Manager  the Test Engineer  role is responsible for implementing and maintaining cost-effective methods of testing and troubleshooting systems, software, and/or equipment

What a typical day looks like:

Directs and/or coordinates electronic engineering and/or technical personnel in fabrication and design of testing and test control apparatus and equipment, or software and systems testing.Directs and coordinates electronic engineering activities concerned with development, procurement, installation and calibration of instruments, equipment and control devices required to test, and record test data.Interfaces and confers with scientific, engineering and technical personnel to resolve testing problems such as product or system malfunctions, incomplete test data, data interpretation or coding issues.Analyzes and interprets test data and prepares technical reports for use by electronic or software engineering, and management personnel.May develops or use computer software and hardware to conduct tests on electronic products and systems or software.Trains and instructs floor support, test technicians and test operators on test hardware and/or software, as well as problem solving techniques.Resolves test yield problems by performing analysis of root causes, developing and coordinating corrective action measures and monitoring improvements.Perform and support equipment verification and integration in production.Create and maintain process documentation.Actively search for new technologies or procedures in the test sector.Determines conditions under which tests are to be conducted and sequences and phases of test operations.Develops and/or modifies test programs using various languages (i.e. Python,  Lab View, Perl etc.).Develops instrument drivers.Develops and/or supports diagnostic tests at the card edge level.Designs and supports functional test hardware, computer platforms and interfaces.Develops test plans and procedures.Coordinates 3rd party development of functional test development, enhancements, test fixtures.Develops quotations for functional test hardware and software.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience and training.Requires 4 years of experience in test engineering in the high technology electronics industry or related area.Demonstrates operations and technical skills and understanding of Flex’s functional standards.Demonstrates working knowledge of functional concepts and a solid understanding of Flex policies and procedures.Typically requires some knowledge of computerized electronic test equipment and programming.Demonstrates advanced functional and technical skills and basic process skills. Demonstrates advanced/thorough knowledge of the function and Flex business.Typically requires skill and troubleshooting, and diagnostics, and overview of the entire test process and the ability to train others.

What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:

Full range of medical benefits, dental, visionLife InsuranceMatching 401KPTOTuition ReimbursementEmployee discounts at local retailers

Job CategoryProduction Engineering

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

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