Engineering Technician – Systems & Testing

Engineering Technician - Systems & Testing
Reports to: Software Engineering Manager
Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Onsite)

Position Summary

Do you have a passion to make a hands-on impact while working with precision machinery? If so, we are looking for people who share the same passion that we do. 

We are seeking a highly adaptable, hands-on Engineering Technician - Systems & Testing to work at the crossroads between our hardware, software, and application engineering teams. In this role, you will apply your troubleshooting expertise to rigorously test integrated systems, uncover edge cases, and ensure product reliability. True to our hands-on culture, you will also perform essential technician duties such as getting hands-on in the lab, wiring up physical test benches, and configuring hardware setups. 

This position is ideal for someone with an Engineering Technology degree, or applicable real world work experience, who possesses a strong, independent "tester mindset". We are looking for a practical problem solver who takes pride in systematically breaking workflows to make products better. Whether you are a fresh graduate with a natural aptitude for troubleshooting or an experienced technologist with up to 5 years in the field, this role offers a unique opportunity to take ownership of our testing processes and drive quality from the ground up. 

As Peak Metrology continues to expand, this entry-level role offers an ideal launching pad for your career. We provide direct hands-on experience across multiple engineering disciplines, giving you the foundation and flexibility to grow in several career directions within our organization. This role provides a strong foundation for long-term career advancement and cross-functional mobility within the company. 

Essential Functions and Definition of Success

By the end of the first year of being on the team, the accomplishments below are the expected outcomes from this role. Training will be provided to increase knowledge of our systems and technology. A growth mindset and willingness to learn are vital to success in this role.

• Testing & Quality Execution: Develop, document, and conduct hands-on functional and edge-case test strategies on software and integrated hardware-software systems. Independently identify, document, and track bugs.
• Complex Troubleshooting: Methodically diagnose system issues to determine whether faults lie in hardware connections, software bugs, or test setup configurations. 
• Hands-On Technician Work: Build prototype rigs, wire up hardware components, configure test benches, and maintain physical lab environments.
• Cross-Functional Bridge: Serve as a vital communication link between software developers, application engineers, and non-software stakeholders to ensure technical issues are clearly understood and resolved. 
• Technical Support & Pre-Sales Testing: Act as a first-line resource for software and hardware troubleshooting, assist internal team members by setting up lab equipment, assist with pre-sales customer part testing. 
• Versatile Team Support: Wear multiple hats and jump into varied operational, testing, or lab maintenance tasks as needed to keep project timelines on track. 

Preferred Functions

While the primary focus of this role will be on hands-on manual testing and troubleshooting, we are also looking to gradually expand our automated testing capabilities. The following automation-focused functions are preferred, and not required.

• Test Automation: Develop automation tools for software testing, including integration, regression, performance and system-level validation. Develop test suites and scripts.
• Test Infrastructure Maintenance: Improve and maintain our test automation systems and tools as necessary. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills
• Ability to solve problems independently
• Ability to participate in a multi-functional team
• Ability to read and understand electronic schematics 
• Comfortable working directly with hardware, performing basic wiring, utilizing lab equipment, and building physical test setups
• Knowledge of, or a willingness to learn, a programming language such as Python or C# 
• Desire to work in a small fast-paced company that is looking to grow

Education & Experience

• Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology (e.g., Computer, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering Technology) or a related technical field, or equivalent experience. 
• Experience Level: This is an entry level position so we are looking for candidates with 0–5 years of relevant experience. 

Core Competencies

• High Standards: Consistently operate with a bias towards high standards for our people, products, and facilities, to ensure a stable and prosperous future.
• Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational and time-management skills, able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a focus on quality.
• Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Peak Metrology does not provide US work authorization sponsorship for this position. OPT and CPT visa holders are not eligible for employment if they will need work authorization sponsorship at any time in the future.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Work is generally performed in an office or laboratory environment
• May be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• The employee may occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

What You’ll Love About Us

We are a growing organization in an expanding market for automated machinery. We guarantee the quality of some of the world’s most vital products ranging from life saving medical devices to advanced electronics. As a private company, we invest our growth back into our products and people. Furthermore, we provide a flexible work environment and excellent benefits. Our ability to develop and test software is a vital part of our organization, and each employee has a large impact on the success that we have. We work with people who are naturally driven, have high standards, and put the success of each other above themselves.

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