Test Engineer jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

Test Engineer III

Job Description

Position Summary:

Develops, creates, executes and leads Design Verification Plans (DVP) and problem solving of new technologies and applications. Works with design group, project leaders, and test assets in a matrixed organization to drive successful project outcomes.

Position Responsibilities:

• Development of metrics, test methods, procedures, data capture, and reports for new products
• Contributes to testing by identifying component/product/vehicle performance issues based on analytical data
• Develops system/platform DVPs and decides Pass/Fail on testing
• Continuous improvement of the DVP process
• Creates custom test setups for complex projects
• Prepares recommendation for individual test priorities within the group
• Manages project with limited oversight from management
• Makes recommendations on technical direction
• Will be required to conduct testing in addition to advising and leading training activities for peers
• Manages 10 to 15 projects concurrently, handling complex technology developments and difficult customer interactions

Specific Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required:

• Proficient PC skills required: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, 3D modeling
• Ability to use Matlab, VB, ladder logic, C Java, or any other programming language that would benefit data processing and analysis.
• Strong reasoning skills and the ability to understand technical risks
• Understands the market and can successfully operate segment vehicles
• Ability to bring fresh ideas to improve company innovation and profitability

Competencies:

• Customer Mindset: Exceptional customer experience is primary focus while performing job duties. Quality is a top priority.
• Adaptability & Innovation: Proactively and willingly adapts to changing business needs and conditions and presents creative and fresh ideas on how to solve problems, gain efficiencies and improve quality.
• Relationship Building: Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of inclusion, cooperation and mutual respect.
• Accountability: Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and strives to exceed requirements.
• Decision Making and Judgment: Makes timely, informed decisions that take into account the facts, goals, constraints and risks.
• Talent Development (Self and Others): Displays an ongoing commitment to learning and self-improvement; making an effort to acquire new knowledge or skills associated with job responsibilities. Willingness to work with others and coach/teach in effort to develop and support other employees’ development.

Position Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Experience:

5 years of relevant experience with either suspension damper development, power sports industry, or automotive industry preferred

Experience with setting up new test equipment/machines preferred

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

Office/Test Lab Environment

Ability to sit for long periods of time

Vision abilities required to validate and enter data on computer

May lift up to 50 lbs.

Requires walking, standing, bending and lifting for long periods of time

Disclaimer: This list does not represent all physical demands. Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the jobs’ essential functions.

Note:

FOX provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, results of genetic testing, or service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations of any jurisdiction in which we operate. We base all employment decisions –including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, layoffs, terminations and social/recreational programs – on merit and the principles of equal employment opportunity.

Fox offers an excellent compensation package and wide-ranging opportunities for professional development. Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending and Dependent Care Savings Accounts, Disability and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a 401k plan with employer matching. Eligibility for all benefit programs is defined by the applicable plan document or employee handbook.