Position Description

 

Position Title:

Senior Test Engineer (Hybrid Work Role)

Department:

Engineering

Reports to:

Test Engineering Manager

Location:

Boxborough, MA

Position Type:

Full-time, Exempt

Date:

July 31, 2024

 

              Overview:

At Dover Motion, our most valuable assets are our people.  Our number one goal is to provide an environment where associates are supported in their development, have ample opportunities for advancement, are rewarded for their efforts, and most importantly, enjoy coming to work every day.

 

Dover Motion is an innovative technology company solving the world's most challenging problems in precision motion.  We partner with life science and diagnostics leaders around the world to co-create lifesaving technologies in healthcare that millions rely on every day.  As a key partner, we accelerate our client’s path to commercialization through expert design, agile development, and commercial-scale manufacture.

 

We are a member of the Fortive family of companies.  Fortive (NYSE: FTV), one of Fortune’s Most Admired Companies, was a spin-off from Danaher in 2016 and today is a $5B+ revenue/$20B+ market cap enterprise with 17 operating companies, with locations worldwide.

 

At Dover Motion, we strive for excellence.  We achieve this though our commitment to continuous improvement which drives growth and breakthrough innovation across every aspect of our business.

Role:

We are seeking a Senior Test Engineer, responsible for product testing and the development of software tools and testing processes.  If you enjoy technical challenges and troubleshooting complex system level behaviors, this role is perfect for you as we are at a crucial and dynamic point in our product’s evolution.  This is a critical role within the organization, working with our most advanced technology and pushing the envelope to bring our technology to new levels.

 

You will ideally have a background in test engineering, and experience using cutting edge metrology systems.  You will have ownership of testing of our products. You will work with the mechanical and electrical design/manufacturing in a close team environment.  The Test Engineer is an exciting way to apply your engineering skills and education in a hands-on way – putting theory into action.

Responsibilities: Define, document, analyze, perform, and interpret test results for motion control systems. Design and develop Automated Test Solutions, test hardware/fixtures and software, to perform production/manufacturing test of products developed. Responsible for presenting, both written and oral, communication of test results and project status to customers and all levels within the organization. Perform failure analysis investigations during new product development and in support of manufacturing. Document and analyze test cases and provide feedback and recommendations for product or design changes. Assemble and Test rapid prototype new concepts and systems to mitigate technical risks on new development concepts.   Create and maintain system test protocols for design verification and validation. Provide day to day Operations test support to test technicians on the manufacturing test floor to assure quality, cost and schedule goals are met.

 

Key Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Physics, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering  5+ years of test engineering experience Hands on experience Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills  Experience with multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other measurement tools. Experience in programming with LabVIEW Ability to analyze customer requirements and establish a sound qualification plan 

 

Experiences that Strengthen Your Candidacy:

Theoretical and practical understanding of basic analog and digital servo control theory Electro-mechanical and systems level design knowledge and experience Experience with Motion Controls, Drives, Motors, Encoders and Power Supplies Working knowledge in programming with languages such as C, C++ and/or C#  Measurement and testing of precision positioning systems Benefits:

Fortive offers many programs to ensure you and your family live your best life. Take advantage of these benefits now to take care of yourself and the ones you love.

 

401k Match Multiple Health Plan Options Tuition Reimbursement Women’s Health Emotional Health Wellness & Preventative Care Family Planning & Support Life & Financial Wellbeing

Fortive Corporation Overview

Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.

We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.

We are a diverse team 18,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.

At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.

At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.