Description
Summary:
The Senior Test Engineer – NPI designs, develops, and deploys production test solutions for new electronic products, ensuring quality and manufacturing readiness.
Highlights:
1. Lead test development for new electronic products during NPI phases
2. Design and validate test fixtures, software, and automation solutions
3. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive product quality and testability
The **Senior Test Engineer – NPI** is responsible for designing, developing, and deploying production test solutions for new electronic products from prototype through mass production. This role plays a critical part in ensuring product quality, test coverage, yield performance, and manufacturing readiness during new product launches.
The ideal candidate has deep hands\-on experience with electronics testing, strong problem\-solving skills, and the ability to work cross\-functionally in a fast\-paced NPI environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead **test development activities** for new electronic products during NPI phases
* Define and implement **production test strategies** (ICT, FCT, system\-level, functional, and boundary scan)
* Design, validate, and release **test fixtures, test software, and automation solutions**
* Support **prototype, pilot, and MP builds**, including on\-site test support and debugging
* Collaborate closely with **Design, NPI, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain** teams
* Drive **DFT reviews** with hardware and firmware teams to ensure testability
* Develop and maintain **test documentation** including test plans, specifications, procedures, and reports
* Analyze test data, yields, and coverage; identify root causes and implement corrective actions
* Support **failure analysis** and debug hardware, firmware, and manufacturing issues
* Manage test equipment selection, procurement, qualification, and maintenance
* Support **test transfer** to production and/or contract manufacturers
* Drive **continuous improvement** initiatives focused on yield, cost, and test efficiency
* Mentor junior test engineers and technicians as needed
* Ensure compliance with company quality systems and regulatory requirements
Qualifications
Required:
* Bachelor’s degree in **Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field**
* **6–8\+ years** of experience in electronics test engineering, with strong NPI exposure
* Hands\-on experience with:
+ ICT, FCT, system\-level, and functional test methodologies
+ Automated test equipment (ATE) and test fixture design
+ Debug of PCBAs and complex electronic systems
* Strong knowledge of:
+ Electronics hardware (analog, digital, power, mixed\-signal)
+ Manufacturing test flows and yield optimization
* Experience working in **high\-mix / high\-volume** manufacturing environments
* Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem\-solving skills
* Ability to work independently and lead technical initiatives
Preferred:
* Experience with **LabVIEW, Python, C/C\+\+, or test scripting languages**
* Exposure to **SMT/TH manufacturing processes**
* Familiarity with **DFMEA/PFMEA, IPC standards**, and quality systems
* Experience working with **EMS partners or global manufacturing sites**
* Background in regulated industries (automotive, medical, industrial, aerospace)
Key Competencies
* New Product Introduction (NPI)
* Test Strategy \& Architecture
* Debug \& Failure Analysis
* Cross\-Functional Collaboration
* Automation \& Efficiency
* Data Analysis \& Yield Improvement
* Technical Mentorship