Thursday, 30 January 2014

Engineer Sr., Automated Test - (140000AD)

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 About Us At St. Jude Medical every one of us plays a role in our collective ability to save and improve lives. As an organization, we want to continue to grow and lead our industry in changing the way the world views the treatment of expensive, epidemic diseases. By seeing things from a different perspective, using our imagination, leading with character, and working with passion, we all have a role to play in making what we do possible. Are you ready to join us? We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 

Description

 
Job Summary:
The Senior Automated Test Engineer participates in the design, development, verification, validation, and technical support for automated test systems used in the production of electronic medical devices for St. Jude Medical’s Implantable Electronic Systems Division (SJM-IESD) in Plano, TX.  This person has an educational background in Electrical Engineering, with hardware and software design experience in test automation.  Responsibilities include:  the coordination and execution of activities and deliverables associated with test system requirements, design, verification, valiation, process validation, and test method validtation.  Additional responsibilities include:  technical root cause analysis and troubleshooting support related to both test system and product performance during day-to-day production operations.
Key areas of cross-functional focus include:  hardware and software test system design and integration, test coverage analysis, risk assessments, validation plans and reports, monitoring and trending test system performance, technical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance support, and developing detailed procedures and detailed work instructions for operators and technicians who use the test systems.
Major, On-Going Responsibilities:
• Interface with Product Development teams to generate test plans, test requirements, test specifications, and other relevant documents required to design, develop, verify, and validate automated production test systems
• Attend internal customer reviews for improvement of automated test hardware and software to increase testing yield and throughput
• Develop system architecture and relevant documentation, including hardware and software design and integration
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, and production personnel to generate and implement test system improvements based on monitoring and trending of system performance
• Participate in the design, development, and documentation of test cases for new or existing products
• Provide production support for the automated testing of SJM-IESD products including (but not limited to):  troubleshooting electronic and electro-mechanical failures, assembly and test process improvements, replacement of obsolete components, and identification / correction of design weaknesses
• Participate in the review of new product designs for manufacturability including (but not limited to) circuit designs, PCB layouts and panel formats, and design for ease of assembly and test
• Supervise engineering technicians and mentor entry-level engineers
• Develop and implement manufacturing process flow improvement initiatives
• Provide technical support for internal and external Quality and Procurement activities
• Generate Engineering Change Notifications (ECNs) for the implementation of new design documentation or revision of existing design documentation, as required for products in production
• Write protocols and reports for Verification, Validation, and Characterization testing
 
Experience & Training:
• At a minimum a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• At least 5+ years experience in developing and supporting test systems/solutions
• At least 5+ years of experience specifying and integrating test hardware. Experience with wireless testing, accelerometer/motion control, and machine vision are a plus.
• At least 5+ years of experience designing test fixtures with careful consideration to signal integrity.
• At least 5+ years of experience of test software development including software architecture, test executives, and test methods using LabVIEW, LabWindows, C/C++, C#, Perl, TCL, etc.
• A broad knowledge of measurement and control principles is required
• Medical device experience preferred – Knowledge of FDA Quality System Regulations 21 CFR Part 820 and ISO 9001 / 13485
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills
• Working knowledge of Gage R&R and statistical process control techniques
• Mastery of assembly drawings, schematics, flow charts, spreadsheets and ECN procedures
• Clear, constructive, and effective communication with co-workers, management, external suppliers and customers to meet project goals
• Proven problem solving and critical reasoning skills
 
Other Skills/Characteristics:
• Individual must be highly motivated and resourceful. Individual must possess excellent interpersonal skills and have demonstrated ability to motivate technical personnel.
•  Exemplary analytical, organizational, written and oral communication skills are a must
 

Primary Location

: USA-Texas-Plano

Job

: EN-Test & Control

Schedule

: Full-time

Shift

: Day Job

Travel

: No

Job Posting

: Jan 30, 2014

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