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Automated Test Equipment Engineer
Job Description
Location: Sterling Heights, MI
Employment Type | Hours: Contract | Full-Time
Pay Range: $63-$70/hour
About the Role
As an Automated Test Equipment Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development, integration, and delivery of specialized Automated Test Equipment (ATE) used to validate and verify the functional performance of military vehicle hardware. You will work with engineering teams to develop test equipment, software, electrical designs, and test strategies that ensure products meet their requirements.
What You Will Do
- Develop hardware interface schematics and material part lists.
- Develop test equipment control software routines using LabVIEW.
- Coordinate material build kits and support technicians with test equipment fabrication.
- Verify that test equipment and test software support product requirement compliance.
- Support quality reviews for designed test equipment and test software.
- Design new components and make improvements to existing test equipment.
- Perform analysis related to the design, development, and implementation of components.
- Develop test strategies, devices, and systems.
- Develop test reports from captured data using LabVIEW.
- Work with other members of the engineering staff to ensure products meet requirements.
- Create electrical design drawings and develop electrical cable drawings.
- Assemble automated test consoles and related equipment and cables.
- Maintain and organize associated engineering labs.
- Perform hardware and software code reviews and assist with troubleshooting.
- Apply strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills to support engineering activities.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Computer Engineering.
- Minimum of 7+ years of applicable engineering experience.
- Experience using LabVIEW software.
- Experience with GPIB, USB, LXI, and PXI bus instruments.
- Experience programming with C++, Python, or Visual Basic.
- Ability to operate test instrumentation, including:
- Power supplies
- Electronic loads
- Oscilloscopes
- Digital multimeters (DMMs)
- Function generators
- Data acquisition systems (DAQs)
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Project, OneNote, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively with engineering teams and support technical projects.
- Prior experience working on military ground-based vehicle systems.
- Experience designing and developing automated test equipment for complex hardware systems.
- Experience with electrical design drawings, cable drawings, and test equipment fabrication.
- Experience with hardware and software code reviews.
- Willingness and ability to travel domestically, as needed.
At Contract Professionals, Inc. (CPI), we connect talented engineering professionals with opportunities to support innovative defense and manufacturing programs. We value your skills, experience, and career goals, and work to connect you with positions where you can make a meaningful impact.
Join CPI and take the next step in your engineering career!
Meet Your Recruiter
Jimmy Tallent
Technical Recruiter
As a proud U.S. Army veteran with an extensive 28-year service record, Jimmy Tallent dedicated two decades of his life to active duty and an additional eight years in the Army Reserve, contributing his time, talent and commitment to various vital aspects of military service. His journey has been diverse, spanning roles in aviation, transportation, and recruiting, allowing him to develop a versatile skill set and a deep understanding of the military landscape.
Originally hailing from the city of Chattanooga, TN, Jimmy embarked on his military career with a passion for service and a commitment to excellence. Throughout his tenure, he served in dynamic and challenging roles, which included the precision and expertise demanded by the aviation industry, the strategic logistics of transportation, and the interpersonal and leadership skills required in the recruiting field.
In addition to his rich military experience, he pursued and earned a degree in business management, further enhancing his knowledge and capabilities. With this academic achievement, coupled with his practical experience, positioned him as a professional with a comprehensive understanding of both military and business landscapes.
Today, Jimmy is excited to leverage his leadership, organizational, and strategic skills at Contract Professionals, Inc. Jimmy is driven by his commitment to excellence, his discipline instilled through years of military service, and his passion for overcoming challenges. He approaches every opportunity with the same dedication and integrity, which defined his military career.