What are the responsibilities and job description for the Test Engineering Specialist position at Tucker Parker Smith Group (TPS Group)?
Test Engineering Technician
Location: Milpitas, CA (Onsite)
Duration: 6-Month W2 Contract (Leave of Absence Coverage)
Pay: $30-31/HR
About the Company
Join a global technology leader that designs and manufactures innovative data storage solutions used by businesses and consumers around the world. This organization is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge hardware technologies that power data-driven innovation.
Position Overview
We are seeking a hands-on Test Engineering Technician to support the testing, debugging, and validation of electronic assemblies and subsystems in a laboratory environment. This role is ideal for someone with 1–3 years of experience who enjoys troubleshooting complex hardware issues, working with test equipment, and collaborating with engineering teams to ensure products meet performance and reliability requirements.
The successful candidate will execute test plans, document results, perform root cause analysis on failures, and support corrective actions alongside design and quality engineers.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform testing, validation, and debugging of electronic assemblies and subsystems.
- Execute established test plans and accurately document test procedures and results.
- Troubleshoot hardware failures down to the component level.
- Collaborate with Design, Quality, and Manufacturing Engineering teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
- Operate and maintain electronic test and measurement equipment.
- Analyze electrical signals and performance data to verify product functionality and reliability.
- Perform soldering, rework, and repair activities on PCB assemblies, including fine-pitch components.
- Build, modify, and repair cable harnesses as required.
- Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, PCB layouts, and engineering documentation.
- Maintain accurate records of test results, failures, and corrective actions.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the test and validation process.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's Degree (AA) in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related technical field.
- 1–3 years of experience in electronics testing, engineering technician, manufacturing test, or a related role.
- Experience troubleshooting electronic assemblies and circuits.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and PCB layouts.
- Strong documentation and problem-solving skills.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
Required Technical Skills
Hands-on experience using the following test and measurement equipment:
- Oscilloscopes
- Digital Multimeters (DMMs)
- Spectrum Analyzers
- Logic Analyzers
- Power Supplies
- Signal Generators
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong soldering and rework experience, including fine-pitch components.
- Experience with cable harness assembly and repair.
- Component-level troubleshooting and failure analysis experience.
- Experience supporting new product validation, engineering builds, or manufacturing test activities.
- Strong attention to detail and a proactive, team-oriented approach.
Please submit your resume in Word or PDF format to be considered.
Salary : $30 - $31