Sr. Test and Validation Engineer

Sr. Test and Validation Engineer

As a Test and Validation Engineer for TE Connectivity you will focus on test system design and verification-validation testing of high-speed products in cable assemblies targeting high speed communications and connectivity within datacenters and wireless infrastructure. You will be expected to independently work on projects in the areas of validation for product, test system design including selection of hardware and programming. You will work collaboratively within a broader cross functional team of electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, & operations to execute leading edge products designs. You will be responsible for the electrical validation of a product/platform beginning with the initial analysis and leading into production verification testing and manufacturing. You will tackle challenging design problems and utilize cutting edge hardware and software tools to guide complex designs toward success.

Job Requirements

• Subject matter expert in high-speed test systems and validation activities through product development cycles
• Testing, performance enhancement, and validation of high-speed cable assemblies using BERT's, network switches, traffic generators, etc.
• Establishing testing requirements for new products based on electrical and software specifications
• Development of high-speed cables test systems/fixtures from conception to manufacturing deployment
• Test system architecture, system diagramming, test software, hardware build, and validation into manufacturing of product
• Creating actionable recommendations based upon design reviews and product specifications
• Making data driven decisions about the product functionality and areas for improvement.

What your background should look like

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Master's degree preferred
• Minimum of 10+ years of work experience in a high-speed test engineering role
• Experience with cable/cable assembly designs (high speed twin-ax cables, direct attach copper (DAC) cables, active copper cables)
• Experience with high speed test equipment (Digital Sampling Oscilloscope, Vector Network Analyzer, Bit Error Rate Tester, TDR, Pattern Generators, Power Supplies, etc.)
• Strong experience with Python
• Strong analytical capabilities to interpret test/lab data to identify issues and provide solutions to fix identified problem.
• Experience in project leadership, especially as it applies across design, development & manufacturing teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a global environment – able to accommodate varying time zones, fluent in English (verbal/written), able to collaborate with individuals across geographies
• Individual must be highly motivated, a quick learner, and able to work independently

Compensation

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $115,000 – $140,000 (subject to change dependent on physical location)
• Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.

Job Locations: 3101 FULLING MILL RD MIDDLETOWN, Pennsylvania 17057-3172 United States Posting City: MIDDLETOWN Job Country: United States Travel Required: Less than 10% Requisition ID: 149616 Workplace Type: Onsite