Test Engineer II

Starkey Hearing Technologies is a privately held, global leader of hearing technology company that is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. Founded in 1967, Starkey is known for its innovative design, development of cutting edge technology and distribution of comprehensive digital hearing systems. Starkey is the only American-owned provider of hearing technologies. The company has more than 5000 employees globally, operates 26 facilities and does business in more than 100 markets worldwide. Starkey’s product Livio AI was named to TIME’s list of the 100 Best Inventions of 2019. and most recently Starkey’s Evolv AI Won the 2022 Artificial Intelligence Excellence Award

Here’s a video about how Starkey is redefining the hearing healthcare industry, which features 13 employees: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rujbz9DCoI8

Do you have experience with functional test and automated test?  How about experience with Lab View or .net?  Come join our aware winning manufacturing and partner with the best! We have an incredible work environment and offer 4 weeks of staring PTO plus holidays and personal days!

This position is responsible to develop Starkey hearing aid and accessory manufacturing test platforms.  This includes developing, implementing, and validating hardware and software to test Starkey products at the component, subassembly, and device levels.  In addition, this person will research, develop, and implement innovative techniques in detecting defects and test automation to improve cost and efficiency in the production environment. 

Approach and Deployment 

• Design, develop, and implement automated systems to test product in a manufacturing environment, at component, subassembly and systems levels 
• Perform product requirements analysis, test requirements definition, test system hardware and software design, systems integration, and validation 
• Generate design, validation, and maintenance documentation to comply with corporate quality system and department policies 
• Provide troubleshooting guidance and sustaining support for test systems in Manufacturing 
• Monitor Manufacturing test data to identify product and process quality issues, as well as test system performance 
• Independently and collaboratively resolve technical challenges and identify opportunities for improvement 
• Work with cross functional teams to contribute to the completion of projects 
• Develop product and technology knowledge though informal mentoring by more experienced personnel 
• Keep current on test-technology trends 

Results – Performance Measures 

• Achieve quality, technology, schedule, and cost goals 
• Test development activities and deliverables are compliant with the Starkey Quality Management System 
• Develop innovative, reusable, and sustainable test methods, hardware, and software 

Other Duties

• Comply with Starkey Employee Corporate and department policies. 
• Support corporate health and safety objectives. 
• React to change productively and handle other essential duties as assigned. 

Job Requirements 

• Minimum education, certification and experience requirements: 
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a physical science with a strong emphasis in electrical, mechanical, or computer engineering. 

Experience: 

• 3-5 years of experience in working with electronic hardware and software, and an active participant in problem solving teams 
• Experience in Python, .NET, C/C /C#, or LabView programming 
• Experience in developing and integrating hardware and software systems 
• Exposure to analytical and metrology tools and interpretation of the data from these tools. 
• Exposure to statistical process control methods and tools (Cpk, Gage R&R, minitab, etc.) 
• Experience troubleshooting electronic components, printed circuit board assemblies, and products preferred 
• Experience with mixed signal and RF circuits/systems a plus 
• Exposure to medical device manufacturing a plus 

Skills & Abilities 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications 
• Ability to learn new concepts quickly and apply these skills to solve problems 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with moderate supervision 
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills 
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills 

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