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Senior Test Automation Engineer

Fresh Consulting
Fresh Consulting Salary
Costa Mesa, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/24/2026

Fresh Consulting is a design-led, software development and hardware engineering company, offering end-to-end digital services to help companies innovate. We bring together amazing UX designers, sophisticated developers, digital strategists, and top-notch engineers to help companies create fresh experiences that connect humans, systems, and machines. We’ve been growing fast and need someone to help us continue to manage the delivery of high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
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Title:
Senior Test Automation Engineer
Duration:
1year contract (with potential to convert to FTE)
Location:
Costa Mesa, California, United States (onsite)
Benefits:
Employee benefits at 100% including Medical, PTO, Holiday Pay, 401K Plan and much more!
Hours:
Minimum 40 Hours/Week
Role
Manage a small team of Test Automation Engineers to deliver end-to-end test solutions for customers
Define, own, and execute End of Line test plans for a set of new products and features, in collaboration with firmware, software, and hardware design teams
Define and implement test strategies that optimize product safety, product reliability, risk mitigation, FMEA coverage, and schedule
Design and execute PCBA and electrical system components, with hands-on testing and rework as necessary
Analyze data, communicate results clearly, and collaborate with design engineers to resolve any product problems found via test
Design and implement next-generation test automation hardware systems to facilitate fast and repeatable product testing
Execute and manage purchasing, build, integration, and final commissioning of functional testers
Develop test procedures and test automation from component level to system level
Support board bring-up and bench validation as needed
Support Design Engineers with DFT, and provide feedback from test results to improve quality and test coverage
Support manufacturing test bring-up and yield
Support the Root Cause Analysis process
Lead and participate as a key contributor in design reviews
Provide technical mentorship to engineering teams
Qualifications
8 years of hands-on electrical engineering experience designing functional test equipment
5 years of experience in schematic capture and/or PCBA layout; experience with Altium Designer is a plus
2 years of experience in a scripting language to develop automation (C/C /C#, Python, MATLAB); experience in LabVIEW is a plus
Experience with peripherals and developing test and validation strategies
Advanced experience with computer hardware communication bus protocols: USB, I2C, I2S, CSI, Ethernet, SPI, PCIe, HDMI, CAN, serial comms, etc.
Ability to collaborate with a cross-functional team to support product development from prototype to production
Understanding of lab safety protocols when working in all types of lab environments
Familiarity with measurement analysis techniques such as Gage R&R and Process Capability Analysis
Understanding of both hardware and software integration and test processes
Experience with source code revision and control; experience with GitHub is a plus
Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret/SCI security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio
Detail-oriented individual who thrives in an environment that values effective team collaboration
Experience in the product release cycle from prototype to production, and the key deliverables of each phase
Experience with RF test equipment such as Vector Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, and Power Meters
Experience testing RF components such as power amplifiers, transmitters, receivers, and filters
Experience with wired networking technologies (Gigabit, 10 Gigabit)
Hands-on experience with complex networking equipment, a deep understanding of networking protocols, strong test design and implementation skills, and a background in IP network design
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent required; Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent preferred.
Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Range is $70-$90 hourly.
Equal employment opportunity: All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made or any other status protected by law. Assistance will be gladly provided upon request for any applicant with sensory or non-sensory disabilities.
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