Senior Test Automation Engineer

Fresh Consulting is a design-led, software development and hardware engineering company, offering end-to-end digital services to help companies innovate. We bring together amazing UX designers, sophisticated developers, digital strategists, and top-notch engineers to help companies create fresh experiences that connect humans, systems, and machines. We’ve been growing fast and need someone to help us continue to manage the delivery of high-quality work in a fast-paced environment. See more at freshconsulting.com. Visit freshconsulting.com/portfolio to see our project work across several industries. View and apply to all jobs – https://freshconsulting.applytojob.com/apply/ or visit freshconsulting.com/careers. Title: Senior Test Automation Engineer Duration: 1year contract (with potential to convert to FTE) Location: Costa Mesa, California, United States (onsite) Benefits: Employee benefits at 100% including Medical, PTO, Holiday Pay, 401K Plan and much more! Hours: Minimum 40 Hours/Week Role Manage a small team of Test Automation Engineers to deliver end-to-end test solutions for customersDefine, own, and execute End of Line test plans for a set of new products and features, in collaboration with firmware, software, and hardware design teamsDefine and implement test strategies that optimize product safety, product reliability, risk mitigation, FMEA coverage, and scheduleDesign and execute PCBA and electrical system components, with hands-on testing and rework as necessaryAnalyze data, communicate results clearly, and collaborate with design engineers to resolve any product problems found via testDesign and implement next-generation test automation hardware systems to facilitate fast and repeatable product testingExecute and manage purchasing, build, integration, and final commissioning of functional testersDevelop test procedures and test automation from component level to system levelSupport board bring-up and bench validation as neededSupport Design Engineers with DFT, and provide feedback from test results to improve quality and test coverageSupport manufacturing test bring-up and yieldSupport the Root Cause Analysis process Lead and participate as a key contributor in design reviews Provide technical mentorship to engineering teams Qualifications 8+ years of hands-on electrical engineering experience designing functional test equipment5+ years of experience in schematic capture and/or PCBA layout; experience with Altium Designer is a plus2+ years of experience in a scripting language to develop automation (C/C++/C#, Python, MATLAB); experience in LabVIEW is a plusExperience with peripherals and developing test and validation strategiesAdvanced experience with computer hardware communication bus protocols: USB, I2C, I2S, CSI, Ethernet, SPI, PCIe, HDMI, CAN, serial comms, etc.Ability to collaborate with a cross-functional team to support product development from prototype to productionUnderstanding of lab safety protocols when working in all types of lab environmentsFamiliarity with measurement analysis techniques such as Gage R&R and Process Capability AnalysisUnderstanding of both hardware and software integration and test processesExperience with source code revision and control; experience with GitHub is a plusEligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret/SCI security clearance Preferred Qualifications Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and VisioDetail-oriented individual who thrives in an environment that values effective team collaborationExperience in the product release cycle from prototype to production, and the key deliverables of each phaseExperience with RF test equipment such as Vector Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, and Power MetersExperience testing RF components such as power amplifiers, transmitters, receivers, and filtersExperience with wired networking technologies (Gigabit, 10 Gigabit)Hands-on experience with complex networking equipment, a deep understanding of networking protocols, strong test design and implementation skills, and a background in IP network design Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent required; Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent preferred. Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Range is $70-$90 hourly. Equal employment opportunity: All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made or any other status protected by law. Assistance will be gladly provided upon request for any applicant with sensory or non-sensory disabilities. Fresh Consulting is a participating E-Verify company. freshconsulting.com