Test System Design Engineer

WARNING: This role is only for motivated people with great ideas who thrive in a culture of innovation!

About the job

Who we are:

Circuit Check is the market-leading provider of automated test systems and test fixtures for complex electronic products for the automotive, military/aerospace, medical, industrial, and computer networking industries. At Circuit Check, we believe that innovation is a must, and that a challenging and robust environment where the work is consistently new and cutting edge is the best way to foster creativity. If you are ready to further your career in a fast-paced, technology driven organization where our test designs impact products that are used by millions of people around the world every day, then we invite you to join us at Circuit Check.Our design staff includes electrical, software, mechanical engineers, and project managers. Our systems are supported by staff throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, Europe, Malaysia, and China.


Position Summary

Provide end to end development of electrical and/or software solutions for custom functional test systems including, writing requirements; test system development and integration; acceptance testing and technical support.

Major Areas of Accountability:

• Develop test system requirements
• Design electrical/software solutions that satisfy test system requirements
• Lead or participate in design review meetings
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to ensure effective overall system design
• Provide technical leadership on projects involving multiple engineers, including leading the overall design approach partitioning work among the team, and sequencing detailed design activities to support the overall project schedule
• Support the sales process by providing technical expertise in customer proposals
• Provides effective communication with project team members, including project status, risks, and suggestions to project leadership
• Collaborate with customers as needed to accomplish customer goals
• In achieving your goals, you will be part of an integration/design team which in most cases will include a project manager, a mechanical engineer, and the manufacturing/production group. This team could be comprised of members that are located locally or globally

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience in a test engineering environment
• 8 years of related engineering experience
• Automated functional test development experience desirable

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to select test hardware based on a test specification
• Knowledge of Visio. Altium PCB designer experience is a plus
• Test software design skills in one or more of the following:
  • Application software development skills in Microsoft Visual Studio (VB.NET/C#) and/or
  • NI LabVIEW/Test Stand program development certification
• Analyze existing test solution (electrical/software) and understand the design for maintenance or updating/upgrading
• Ability to design complex hardware and software solutions.
• Solid analytical skills; able to resolve technical problems with innovative solutions
• Proven ability to manage working on multiple projects at a time while paying strict attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• This position may require working additional hours during periods of peak demand
• Maintains confidentiality and security of intellectual property (CUI-ITAR, Prototype)
• Mentor technicians and engineers
• Participate in company initiatives such as: ISO processes, continuous improvement projects, Kaizen meetings.

Physical Requirements (these physical requirements must be performed with or without accommodation):

• Majority of time is spent in usual office working conditions
• Ability to sit for extended lengths of time is required; bend, reach, stoop, and twist as required
• Use of an office computer for completing work
• Limited exposure to a manufacturing area which may entail exposure to dirt, dust, and other attributes common to this environment
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
• Minimal travel may be required (less than 5%)

This job description reflects management's assignment of key responsibilities; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without needing sponsorship for an employment visa (e.g., H1B status). Circuit Check is a federal contractor, we participate in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.

Circuit Check, Inc is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. No employee nor applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, creed, origin, marital status, sexual orientation, age, otherwise qualified disabled or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.


Individual base pay is based on various factors, including work location, relevant experience and skills, the responsibility of the role, and job duties/requirements. The listed range is $85,000 to $130,000 per year and represents the full earning potential in this position. Starting salaries for well-qualified new hires are typically around the midpoint of the range. The range was determined by a market-based compensation approach; we used data from trusted third-party compensation sources to set equitable, consistent, and competitive ranges. We also evaluate compensation annually, identify any changes in the market and make adjustments to our ranges and existing employee compensation as needed.


Base pay is only one element of an employee's total compensation at Circuit Check. Employees (and their dependents in most plans) are covered by medical, dental, vision, basic life, short- and long-term disability and accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Employees are able to enroll in Circuit Check's 401k plan, in which the Company will match 50% of your contributions up to 6% with a maximum contribution. Paid time off includes vacation and sick time along with nine paid holidays. A summary of benefits can be provided by request via email to View email address on click.appcast.io.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at View email address on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. We'll do all we can to ensure you're set up for success during our interview process while upholding your privacy, including requests for accommodation.