Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer
About this position
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer specializing in photonics and optical manufacturing to join our dynamic team. You will play a crucial role in coordinating with photonic test engineers and contract manufacturing to ensure test operation execution meets product quality, delivery, cost, and reliability.
Responsibilities
• Perform data analysis and interpretation to identify trends, patterns, and potential areas, OCAP for improvement in the manufacturing process Yield and product quality
• Collaborate with photonic test engineer and CM to install tester, perform Gage R&R analysis, establish test procedures, tester calibration and maintenance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, photonic test engineer, manufacturing, IT, and quality assurance, to troubleshoot issues, and improve product performance
• Collaborate with manufacturing to ensure product delivery on time.
• Collaborate with Aeva engineering team and CM to maintain manufacturing execution system (MES) software interfaces to streamline the testing and data collection process
• Participate in the development and implementation of test automation strategies to improve efficiency and reduce testing time
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior test engineers and technicians
• Stay up to date with industry trends and advancements in photonics, optics, and test engineering to incorporate best practices into the manufacturing process
• Collaborate with external vendors and suppliers to ensure the availability and functionality of required test equipment and software
• Manage quality in the line by routinely monitoring KPIs and present reports to operations and management teams
• Responsible for test failure debug and corrective actions when there are deviations
• Drive test time reduction efforts and implement improved procedures and process control & disposition flow
• Prepare test roadmap and capacity plans for product ramp and next-gen NPI
Requirements
• Bachelor's or master's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Optical, or related field) or equivalent practical experience
• Proficient in data analysis and interpretation, using statistical techniques and software tools such as JMP
• Excellent verbal and written communication