Electrical Test Engineer

Overview

Job Description Summary:

This position mainly supports electrical product development by executing hardware and software testing of electronic modules, document test requirements, procedures and results. This person will lead Warranty analysis of field returned units and provides complete root cause analysis report, Works with local dealers in procuring vehicles to collect application data, test fit harnesses and conduct field testing of curt products. Electrical Test Engineer will report directly to the Electrical Engineering Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities of the Electrical Test Engineer will consist of, but are not limited to the following:

Based on product requirements document, develop DVP, execute tests on DUTs and generate detailed test reports.
• Coordinate with external test lab for environmental and EMC testing of the product.


• Support hardware and software engineers in creating DFMEA.


• Build prototype samples of harness and PCBAs.


• Perform complete root cause analysis on warranty return parts following fishbone/5 why methodologies and provide detailed report


• Develop Electronics/electrical designs using computer assisted design software


• Perform basic modeling of algorithms in Matlab and Simulink.


• Collect and maintain vehicle specific product application data for development and prototype testing.


• Perform vehicle fit checks of harness and electronic products at dealer lots or bring vehicles to Curt.


• Develop and maintain functional test setups in LabVIEW for lab and production environment.


• Maintain and operate environmental test chambers in the electrical lab.


• Maintain calibration of electrical instruments andequipmentin the electrical lab.

Competencies:

• Customer Focus


• Decision Quality


• Results, Action Oriented


• Displaying Technical Expertise


• Time Management/Organizational Ability

Requirements:

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  Work Experience: 1 to 3 years of working in electrical test lab


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  Education: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field


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  Computer Skills: Microsoft PowerPoint, LabVIEW, Eagle (or other PCB design software),


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  Organization Skills: Ability to maintain clean and organized work space; ability to organize and coordinate multiple projects


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  Cross-functional skills: Ability to work and handle multiple job assignments; ability to work with and communicate with other departments including Tooling, QA, Engineering and Manufacturing


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  Communication Skills: Ability to communicate within a team setting; ability to maintain a professional & pleasant demeanor


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  Physical, Mental and Visual Skills: Ability to analyze information to solve complex problems; ability to maintain attention to detail and accuracy; ability to sit/stand for long periods daily; position requires some lifting when doing mock installations on vehicles


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  Physical Environment: Normal office work setting with limited work in the plant during mock installations


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  Travel Requirements: Ability to travel up to 20% of the time

Preferred Requirements:

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  Education: Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering and/or related field


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  Electrical Skills: CAD, Design Harnesses, DFMEA


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  Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Suites, Eagle (or other PCB design software), ANSI C or C++, JIRA, Github

Who We Are

We are the leading supplier of components to the recreational vehicle and residential housing industries, as well as adjacent industries including bus, cargo and equestrian trailer, marine, and heavy truck. With over 65 facilities located throughout the United States, Canada, Ireland, Italy, and the United Kingdom, our more than 9,000 team members work together to bring innovative product solutions to market every day.

Why We are Different:

At Lippert Components, Everyone Matters. We are striving to make lives better through meaningful relationships with our co-workers, our customers, and our communities. LCI team members feel a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our many team members. We measure success by how we touch the lives of people inside and outside our walls.

What You will Get:

1. A company culture where everyone matters


2. Healthcare + Dental + Vision + 401k with Employer match


3. Career development and mentoring


4. Tuition Reimbursement


5. Annual flu immunization


6. Holiday, personal and vacation days


7. Local and national discounts


8. Wellness offerings

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be able to pass EVerify.

AAP/EEO Statement
LCI provides equal employment opportunity to all Team Members and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected category.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the Team Member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.