Engineer - Test Engineering

Job Description – Engineer – Test Engineering

Job Title: Engineer – Test Engineering

Department: Manufacturing Engineering / Test Engineering

Location: Hyderabad/ Mysuru (as applicable)

Experience: 2–5 Years

Industry: Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS)

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Engineer – Test Engineering with 2–5 years of experience in the EMS industry. The candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing test strategies, supporting production testing, coordinating with ICT and FCT vendors, and ensuring effective test coverage to achieve high product quality and manufacturing efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement test strategies for new and existing electronic products.
  
• Analyze product requirements, schematics, and specifications to define appropriate testing methodologies.
  
• Work with ICT (In-Circuit Test) and FCT (Functional Circuit Test) vendors to determine test coverage and Design for Testability (DFT) requirements.
  
• Prepare test plans, test procedures, and cost estimations for new product introductions (NPI).
  
• Support the installation, qualification, and maintenance of production test equipment.
  
• Troubleshoot test failures and coordinate with Manufacturing, Quality, Design, and Process Engineering teams to identify and resolve issues.
  
• Ensure optimum test coverage to improve first-pass yield and reduce production defects.
  
• Monitor test performance and recommend continuous process improvements.
  
• Maintain documentation related to test fixtures, programs, validation reports, and engineering changes.
  
• Support customer audits and quality improvement initiatives as required.
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or a related discipline.
  
• 2–5 years of experience in Test Engineering within an Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) environment.
  

Technical Skills

• Hands-on experience with electronic testing equipment and test specifications.
  
• Good understanding of ICT, FCT, DFT, and manufacturing test methodologies.
  
• Knowledge of electronic components, PCB assemblies, and troubleshooting techniques.
  
• Experience in creating test strategies and preparing cost estimations.
  
• Ability to interpret circuit diagrams, BOMs, and product specifications.
  
• Familiarity with NPI processes and production test implementation.
  
• Basic understanding of quality standards and manufacturing best practices.
  

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
  
• Good planning, documentation, and organizational skills.
  
• Self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset.
  

Preferred Skills

• Experience with automated test equipment (ATE), ICT, and FCT platforms.
  
• Exposure to DFT analysis and test fixture development.
  
• Knowledge of IPC standards and electronics manufacturing quality systems will be an added advantage.