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Test Engineering Technician I - First Shift

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories · West Lafayette, IN

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Level
Engineer
Team
Manufacturing
Degree
Required
Industry
Industrial
Posted
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The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level manufacturing role at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (industrial) in West Lafayette, IN. Support manufacturing test operations involving bed-of-nails and SPEA flying probe test systems.

They ask for
degree required
Tools it names
Root cause, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), Tooling
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage

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How this role compares

Against 32 other live manufacturing postings in Indiana.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $97k–$135k, from 6 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Tooling 61%
  • Lean 48%
  • New product launch 48%
  • ✓ Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 42%
  • Team leadership 36%
  • ✓ Root cause 33%

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Off-shift / weekend coverageTraining program

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This plant: Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories in West Lafayette

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What You'll Do

  • ◆Support manufacturing test operations involving bed-of-nails and SPEA flying probe test systems.
  • ◆Assist with loading and verifying test fixtures, programs, and product-specific test configurations.
  • ◆Perform product changeovers and help ensure test equipment is ready for production.
  • ◆Troubleshoot routine test equipment and test process issues, escalating more complex concerns when needed.
  • ◆Investigate circuit board defects to identify root cause.
  • ◆Assist engineers with test system setup, validation, maintenance, and continuous improvement activities.
  • ◆Collect and document test system performance, maintenance activities, and production-related data.
  • ◆Coordinate with engineers, technicians, and manufacturing personnel to maintain efficient production flow and minimize downtime.
  • ◆Support preventive maintenance and calibration activities on production test equipment.
  • ◆Follow SEL Values and principles including Understand, Create, and Simplify.

Required Qualifications

  • ✓Associate degree in Electronics Technology/equivalent experience, technical certification, or higher degree in a related field.
  • ✓Ability to follow technical procedures and work instructions.
  • ✓Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • ✓Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • ✓Ability to learn new equipment and processes.
  • ✓Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • ✓Experience supporting electronic manufacturing or test equipment.
  • ✓Experience working with printed circuit board assemblies.
  • ✓Experience with bed-of-nails, flying probe, or other automated test equipment.
  • ✓Experience in an electronics manufacturing environment.
  • ✓Experience collecting and documenting production, maintenance, or test data.
  • ✓Experience supporting production test equipment setup, changeovers, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities.

Physical

Requirements

  • ✓None

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

  • ✓We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
  • ✓We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
  • ✓We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
  • ✓We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
  • ✓Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.
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Pay Range Data

We set starting pay based on job-related factors such as your experience, training, knowledge, and skills. The hourly range for this position is between $31-$46 per hour.

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