Test Engineer

at Danfoss Drives in Loves Park, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Test Engineer

Requisition ID:
 
 39790

Job Location(s):
Loves Park, IL, US

Job Description

Reporting to the Director of Supply Chain Technology, the Test Engineer is responsible for the design, build and maintenance of PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly) test equipment. This role is critical to ensuring the proper assembly and quality of the production process that ensures products achieve the highest quality expectations of our customers.
You will collaborate with over 250 production colleagues in a high technology, climate controlled environment producing over 1,000 units / day factory wide. Majority of products are high mix, low volume, but also high volume, low mix examples exist providing a good variety of assembly environment experience.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

Support PCBA test equipment and systems in production* Independently upgrade, modify, and maintain software and hardware in test systems
Support the operations team from a PCBA test perspective
Ensure product and process quality using quality tools and metrics
Perform other duties as assigned
Job Scope
Understand and interact with the Danfoss production IT systems
Understand current PCB test methods and implement new systems and improvements
Align with Global Technology team and other functions within the organization

Background & Skills

Minimum qualifications
Bachelor's Degree (BSEE) in Electrical/Electronic Engineering
Basic understanding of circuit analysis theory
Experience with measuring and data acquisition instrumentation and their limitations
Familiarity with PCB testing including functional 'Bed-of-Nails' and Automated Optical Inspection
Able to travel intermittently to Danfoss facilities in Europe and Asia
Preferred qualifications
Experience with test software, especially National Instruments LabVIEW and TestStand
Knowledge of databases (SQL/Oracle)
Knowledge of variable frequency AC drives, regeneration, and motors
Knowledge of Automation Systems (PLCs, etc.) and Control Panels
Work experience or educational background in Power Electronics
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret schematics, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, specifications, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups or managers, customers, assemblers, and the general public

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:
Bonus system
Paid vacation
Flexible working hours
Personal insurance
Communication package
Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
Employee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Danfoss - Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.
Following our founder's mindset "action speaks louder than words", we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.