{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"009e6701c1d76f4f8968fed5","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/009e6701c1d76f4f8968fed5","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/009e6701c1d76f4f8968fed5","title":"Manufacturing Test Engineering","description":"Hiring Team: Manufacturing Test EngineeringLocation: (onsite from day 1)Duration: LongTermStart Date: ASAPMust-Have Skills: LabVIEW and TestStand (non-negotiable)Why It's OpenBrand new position created to support rapid expansion of the Manufacturing Test Engineering organization.Team defines the manufacturing test architecture, technologies, methodologies, and specifications across Form Energy’s production environment.Increased scope demands hands-on engineering support to develop, deploy, validate, and maintain scalable test systems.Currently designing a unified test architecture framework for deployment across multiple manufacturing stations and global contract manufacturers (CMs).Need support to validate software frameworks, test strategies, and equipment before field deployment.About The TeamOwns the manufacturing test architecture for Form Energy’s electronics and battery systems.Defines test technologies, methodologies, coverage requirements, and validation standards.Supports ~15 manufacturing test stations across the production process.Collaborates closely with Electrical Engineering, Firmware, Quality, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and external partners.Works with external consultants and vendors to deploy test systems globally.Mission / About the RoleForm Energy is seeking a hands-on FCT Test Development Engineer to develop, deploy, and support automated manufacturing test systems that validate electronic assemblies and system-level products. This role focuses on executing the Manufacturing Test Engineering team’s architecture by building Functional Circuit Test (FCT) and End-of-Line (EOL) solutions—ensuring product quality, reliability, and manufacturability during production scale-up. The ideal candidate thrives in a high-velocity, execution-oriented environment with deep expertise in LabVIEW, TestStand, embedded communication protocols, and production test automation.Top 3 Qualifications / ResponsibilitiesDevelop automated manufacturing test systems using NI LabVIEW and NI TestStand.Design, build, troubleshoot, and deploy FCT and EOL test stations for high-volume production.Support the manufacturing test architecture and ensure reliable, scalable test execution.Key ResponsibilitiesTest Development: Create automated test applications (LabVIEW/TestStand), functional test sequences for PCBAs/systems, and integrate automated test fixtures & instrumentation.Architecture & Reviews: Review test specs and architecture docs; provide feedback to improve coverage, reliability, and robustness; collaborate on framework validation.Manufacturing Support: Support NPI builds, production ramp, troubleshooting, root cause analysis of failures, and optimization of test station uptime/diagnostics.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Electrical, Firmware, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain; coordinate with vendors/CMs for global deployment; participate in FAT/SAT.Required Qualifications3+ years of manufacturing test engineering experience (5+ preferred).Strong hands-on experience with LabVIEW and TestStand (core requirement).Experience developing and deploying automated manufacturing test systems.Experience with Functional Circuit Test (FCT) and/or End-of-Line (EOL) testing.Familiarity with embedded communication protocols: CAN/CAN-FD, SPI, I²C, IsoSPI, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, TCP/IP.Hands-on experience with test instrumentation: DAQs, power supplies, oscilloscopes, DMMs, electronic loads.Experience in manufacturing automation and production test environments.Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.Preferred QualificationsNI VeriStandHardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testingPython scripting for test automation and data analysisIntegration with MES platforms and production databasesFamiliarity with AOI, AXI, ICT, or Flying Probe inspectionExperience with Minitab, MSA, or statistical process analysisLabVIEW CLD or CLA certificationIdeal Candidate ProfileStrong candidates typically come from companies with mature manufacturing test environments, such as:EV companies (e.g., Tesla, Rivian, Lucid)Medical device manufacturersThe ideal candidate has built and supported automated test stations for years, is highly proficient in LabVIEW/TestStand, understands embedded hardware communication protocols, and can independently own projects from concept through global deployment.Benefits and Perks[Add information regarding benefits and perks here]Skills: manufacturing,electronics,teststand,embedded,automation,test engineering,labview","company":"7th Sky Tech","rawCompany":"7th sky tech","city":"Berkeley","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-06T12:38:16.797Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2112.02","title":"Validation Engineers","slug":"validation-engineers"},{"code":"15-1253.00","title":"Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers","slug":"software-quality-assurance-analysts-and-testers"},{"code":"17-3023.00","title":"Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians","slug":"electrical-and-electronic-engineering-technologists-and-technicians"}],"industries":[{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"334418","title":"Printed Circuit Assembly (Electronic Assembly) Manufacturing","slug":"printed-circuit-assembly-electronic-assembly-manufacturing"},{"code":"541380","title":"Testing Laboratories and Services","slug":"testing-laboratories-and-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Manufacturing Test Engineering","description":"Hiring Team: Manufacturing Test EngineeringLocation: (onsite from day 1)Duration: LongTermStart Date: ASAPMust-Have Skills: LabVIEW and TestStand (non-negotiable)Why It's OpenBrand new position created to support rapid expansion of the Manufacturing Test Engineering organization.Team defines the manufacturing test architecture, technologies, methodologies, and specifications across Form Energy’s production environment.Increased scope demands hands-on engineering support to develop, deploy, validate, and maintain scalable test systems.Currently designing a unified test architecture framework for deployment across multiple manufacturing stations and global contract manufacturers (CMs).Need support to validate software frameworks, test strategies, and equipment before field deployment.About The TeamOwns the manufacturing test architecture for Form Energy’s electronics and battery systems.Defines test technologies, methodologies, coverage requirements, and validation standards.Supports ~15 manufacturing test stations across the production process.Collaborates closely with Electrical Engineering, Firmware, Quality, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and external partners.Works with external consultants and vendors to deploy test systems globally.Mission / About the RoleForm Energy is seeking a hands-on FCT Test Development Engineer to develop, deploy, and support automated manufacturing test systems that validate electronic assemblies and system-level products. 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