Test Technician III
Job#: 3034328
Job Description:
Location: Westborough, MA
Must be willing to travel up to 50-75% - does not typically travel that frequently. Employee will return on the weekends. Typical travel is Monday - Friday.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Test Technician III to join our Engineering team supporting robotics and automation hardware testing across North America. This role will be based out of Boston with extensive travel to support hardware functionality testing, test plan execution, and quality validation of robotic and automation systems at scale.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute black box test cases using established SOPs and test plans provided by QAE engineers
- Run automated test scripts, analyze failures, and gather logs/traces for further debugging
- Reproduce errant component or system behavior and file valid bugs with relevant details
- Interpret test results and document findings in clearly digestible formats (reports, wikis, dashboards)
- Manage and maintain lab infrastructure, test equipment, and test environments based on project needs
- Perform first-pass assessment of test case effectiveness and modify to appropriately cover components or features
- Identify defect leakage from Beta testing, field complaints, and integration testing sources
- Verify that bugs resolved as "fixed" are truly fixed through structured re-test execution
- Escalate promptly when scripts fail, tests hit blockers, or actions deviate from SOPs
- Assist with maintenance and improvement of team test suites
- Help train new QAT hires and provide instruction to associates involved in functional testing
Requirements
- 2+ years of hands-on experience in a test, lab, or manufacturing environment (hardware preferred)
- Able to install and configure software/tools needed to run tests
- Basic knowledge of testing methodologies: functional, integration, system, and performance
- Able to debug, troubleshoot, and gather information required to reproduce system bugs
- Can understand log file contents and interpret what monitors/indicators communicate about product health
- Comfortable working with sensors, actuators, and electro-mechanical hardware in a lab setting
Tools
- Familiarity with basic lab equipment: multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, calipers
- Ability to follow wiring diagrams, schematics, and mechanical assembly instructions
- Basic data collection proficiency: Excel, data loggers, DAQ systems
- Exposure to scripting basics (Python preferred) for running automated test scripts
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate's degree or technical certification in Engineering Technology, Electronics, Mechatronics, or related field (or equivalent hands-on experience)
- Experience in a hardware testing, manufacturing, or quality lab environment
- Familiarity with automation or robotic systems (sensors, actuators, PLCs, HMI)
- Exposure to DVT, FAT, or SAT testing protocols
- Basic understanding of SPC, measurement systems, or calibration procedures
- Experience with 3D printers, hand tools, or light fabrication for test setup support
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