Engineer III - Test Equipment
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Location: Akron, OH 44312
Description:
Position Summary
The Test Equipment Engineer 3 will be responsible for concept development, system level design and analysis, hardware and software system integration, system testing and evaluation, preparation of engineering test procedures, selection of and coordination with subcontractors and vendors, and support of manufacturing by providing solutions to technical problems. The incumbent also supplies inputs for producing equipment technical manuals, writes technical sections of proposals, prepares cost estimates, and prepares contractual statements of work.
The incumbent performs a variety of engineering work crossing multiple technical boundaries (such as electrical, software, optical, mechanical). A thorough knowledge of the company's engineering design practices and procedures is required. The incumbent will be involved in providing technical assistance during customer negotiations, briefings, design reviews, and demonstrations.
Within the company, the incumbent will interface on a regular basis with other engineers and engineering managers in order to gain concurrence with a design, process, and development plan or test approach. Depending on the assignment, high levels of contact will also be required.
Essential Functions:
Complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories and concepts in the field of Electrical Engineering, more specifically Automated Test Equipment to support production manufacturing and test.
Demonstrates domain knowledge with high level understanding of design processes and procedures with ability to train others
Applies knowledge and experience to develop/enhance designs, processes, and tools
Creates strong network with other senior professionals internally and externally
Works under general direction and within established processes / procedures, as well as driving improvements to these processes
Has latitude in technical decisions and approaches, but seeks out specialist guidance for complex issues
Advanced oral and communication skills
Internal/external presentations should show more polish
Communication indicates knowledge of subject matter, particularly in customer/supplier interaction
Prepares clear, technically accurate and documented design explanation
Presentations to customers are still reviewed by others
Communicates in a positive, calm, and professional manner
Understands commercially sensitive information, including how, when, and with whom to share it
Acting as a lead, provides significant expertise in designing, developing, testing, maintaining, and improving complex components, control systems, and products. Directly impacts all aspects of safety, quality, delivery, cost, and innovation
Qualifications:
Bachelor degree required, preferably in Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Aerospace Engineering. Minimum of 5 years' experience
Knowledge of these software applications a plus:
o Altium, Jira, DOORS, Matlab, LTSpice, pSPICE
Must have a complete understanding of National Instruments Labview platform and have experience in developing Electronic test equipment using commercially available hardware and software, such as Microsoft Windows based systems.
Experience working in an electronics lab environment and troubleshooting hardware problems.
Experience and proficient at working across functions within the organization.
Experience in working in a multi-cultural / diverse organization - preferred
Willing to challenge the status quo - preferred
The responsibilities require the position to travel to various Parker locations and suppliers located globally for training and technical support.
The amount of travel is less than 25%.
Conditions of Employment
This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.
Parker Hannifin
Parker Aerospace, an operating segment of Parker Hannifin Corporation, is one of the world's leading producers of flight control, hydraulic, fuel and inerting, fluid conveyance, thermal management, and engine systems and components for the aerospace industry. We design and build equipment for virtually every aircraft and aero engine being produced in the world today.
In addition to game-changing technology, our customers look to us for shorter lead times, lower costs, higher reliability, and lifetime support. All coupled with the positive attitude and innovative thinking of a true business partner.
Parker Aerospace provides unmatched performance for both our customers and shareholders, built on a foundation of core company values. As a result, our business growth is impressive and consistent. Best of all, our team members share in the success resulting from that growth.
We offer competitive vacation and 13 paid holidays
401(k) with a 5% matching contribution with immediate investing
Competitive annual bonus incentive plan
Health benefits effective day 1...and much more!
Equal Employment Opportunity
Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.
("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")
If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) and Genetic Information Discrimination
Drug Tests
Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.
The Test Equipment Engineer 3 will be responsible for concept development, system level design and analysis, hardware and software system integration, system testing and evaluation, preparation of engineering test procedures, selection of and coordination with subcontractors and vendors, and support of manufacturing by providing solutions to technical problems. The incumbent also supplies inputs for producing equipment technical manuals, writes technical sections of proposals, prepares cost estimates, and prepares contractual statements of work.
The incumbent performs a variety of engineering work crossing multiple technical boundaries (such as electrical, software, optical, mechanical). A thorough knowledge of the company's engineering design practices and procedures is required. The incumbent will be involved in providing technical assistance during customer negotiations, briefings, design reviews, and demonstrations.
Within the company, the incumbent will interface on a regular basis with other engineers and engineering managers in order to gain concurrence with a design, process, and development plan or test approach. Depending on the assignment, high levels of contact will also be required.
Essential Functions:
Complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories and concepts in the field of Electrical Engineering, more specifically Automated Test Equipment to support production manufacturing and test.
Demonstrates domain knowledge with high level understanding of design processes and procedures with ability to train others
Applies knowledge and experience to develop/enhance designs, processes, and tools
Creates strong network with other senior professionals internally and externally
Works under general direction and within established processes / procedures, as well as driving improvements to these processes
Has latitude in technical decisions and approaches, but seeks out specialist guidance for complex issues
Advanced oral and communication skills
Internal/external presentations should show more polish
Communication indicates knowledge of subject matter, particularly in customer/supplier interaction
Prepares clear, technically accurate and documented design explanation
Presentations to customers are still reviewed by others
Communicates in a positive, calm, and professional manner
Understands commercially sensitive information, including how, when, and with whom to share it
Acting as a lead, provides significant expertise in designing, developing, testing, maintaining, and improving complex components, control systems, and products. Directly impacts all aspects of safety, quality, delivery, cost, and innovation
Qualifications:
Bachelor degree required, preferably in Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Aerospace Engineering. Minimum of 5 years' experience
Knowledge of these software applications a plus:
o Altium, Jira, DOORS, Matlab, LTSpice, pSPICE
Must have a complete understanding of National Instruments Labview platform and have experience in developing Electronic test equipment using commercially available hardware and software, such as Microsoft Windows based systems.
Experience working in an electronics lab environment and troubleshooting hardware problems.
Experience and proficient at working across functions within the organization.
Experience in working in a multi-cultural / diverse organization - preferred
Willing to challenge the status quo - preferred
The responsibilities require the position to travel to various Parker locations and suppliers located globally for training and technical support.
The amount of travel is less than 25%.
Conditions of Employment
This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.
Parker Hannifin
Parker Aerospace, an operating segment of Parker Hannifin Corporation, is one of the world's leading producers of flight control, hydraulic, fuel and inerting, fluid conveyance, thermal management, and engine systems and components for the aerospace industry. We design and build equipment for virtually every aircraft and aero engine being produced in the world today.
In addition to game-changing technology, our customers look to us for shorter lead times, lower costs, higher reliability, and lifetime support. All coupled with the positive attitude and innovative thinking of a true business partner.
Parker Aerospace provides unmatched performance for both our customers and shareholders, built on a foundation of core company values. As a result, our business growth is impressive and consistent. Best of all, our team members share in the success resulting from that growth.
We offer competitive vacation and 13 paid holidays
401(k) with a 5% matching contribution with immediate investing
Competitive annual bonus incentive plan
Health benefits effective day 1...and much more!
Equal Employment Opportunity
Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.
("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")
If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) and Genetic Information Discrimination
Drug Tests
Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.