JOB DESCRIPTION
The Axcelis Manufacturing Test Development team is seeking a curious, creative, and resilient Test Engineer who thrives on solving complex problems and continuously improving processes. You’ll join an interdisciplinary, collaborative team focused on data-driven decision-making, comprehensive production support, and the design of cost-effective, robust test solutions. This is a second shift position, full time, and in person in Beverly, MA. It may include travel to product suppliers or satellite manufacturing facilities as needed.
Role Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and implement test plans, methods, and automated testing solutions. Along with the fabrication of test fixtures and hardware to support new and existing products and ensure manufacturability and quality.
- Troubleshoot and perform root cause analysis of complex electrical, mechanical, vacuum, PCBA, and motion control systems with a hands-on approach.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including product engineering, operations, supply chain, suppliers, and customers, to resolve issues and optimize test and manufacturing processes.
- Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and data analysis to monitor manufacturing test performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Document test methodologies, results, and procedures clearly and accurately to support manufacturing, quality, customer requirements, and test reliability.
- Support production by providing technical expertise and timely resolution of test-related problems to minimize downtime and meet production deadlines.
- Plan and coordinate labor, equipment, and schedules to meet project milestones.
- Stay current with emerging test technologies, tools, and industry best practices to continually enhance testing capabilities.
Additional Preferred Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline preferred.
- Experience with basic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, and power supplies.
- Familiarity with scripting or programming languages used in test automation (e.g., LabVIEW, Python, C/C++).
- Understanding of electrical and/or mechanical systems and ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach to troubleshooting complex systems, including PCBAs and electromechanical assemblies.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
- Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and collaborate with suppliers, customers, logistics, supply chain, operations, and product engineering.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
It is the policy of Axcelis to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment for all persons free from discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, color, national origin, disability status, medical condition (including pregnancy), veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Axcelis will provide reasonable accommodation necessary to enable a disabled candidate or employee to perform the essential functions of the position, unless the accommodation would create an undue hardship for the Company.
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