US-CA-San Jose: Test Engineer

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Date: 28-Jul-2008

Test Engineer

To verify the design of new products are safe and effective and meet the requirements set forth by the functional specifications for the device. Verifications include tests on electrical components, software components, mechanical components, and the long-term reliability of these aspects of the design. Also, tests may be concentrated to the areas of biocompatibility, sterilization and the packaging of the product.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Coordination of testing new products, components and designs. • Writes a test protocol to outline to individual tests to be completed. • Maintains a strong relationship with the design team throughout the entire design process. • Understands the functional specifications of various devices, as well as the intended use of the device. • Designs tests to fully measure requirements listed in the functional specifications, including automated test fixtures to execute tests. • Develops software and electrical design to create automated test fixtures for data collection. • Abiding by all restrictions and guidelines set forth by the Quality System Regulation (QSR). • Develops tests using latest technology that are more accurate, more time-efficient, and more cost-effective than previous tests. • Coordinates in-house testing with outsourced test firms. • May involve the supervision and evaluation of a subordinate Test Engineer. • May be responsible for coordinating offsite training for subordinates. Qualifications/Work Experience QUALIFICATIONS: • 0-3 years of test engineering experience, or equivalent. • Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Mechanical/ Biomechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering. • Master’s degree (M.S.) preferred. • Excellent analytical skills. • Effective interpersonal communication skills. • Demonstrated ability to operate small hand tools (e.g. pliers, screwdrivers, hammer, wrenches, etc.), power tools and test/inspection equipment. • Demonstrated mechanical/electrical problem solving skills. • Sedentary work: Exerting up to 30 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, etc. Generally involves sitting most of the time. • Must have the ability to work with and assemble small objects and component parts. • Ability to operate common office equipment (e.g. calculator, PC, telephone, etc.) and common measuring devices. • Must have good visual acuity and demonstrate fine motor skills. • Must be able to observe and correct minute inconsistencies (e.g. in the printed word, product appearance, etc.). • Must be able to generate, follow and explain detailed instructions and design parameters. • Must be able to complete detailed documentation accurately. • Must be able to analyze and correct complex test designs.

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