Engineer 1, Test & Automation

Our Company
Lancer Worldwide, a Hoshizaki Company, is an award-winning global leader in beverage dispensing. Through innovation and a commitment to dedication in action, we create products that benefit our customers worldwide, and give them a distinct advantage in the marketplace. We offer our teammates the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We welcome talented, passionate, and highly motivated individuals to join our team.

Summary/Objective
The Engineer Tech 1, Test & Automation position provides test & validation support from initial concept through manufacturing. This position will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop, build, and execute test plans, and test fixtures to support product development testing, and end-of-line testing. The ideal candidate will have background in basic mechanical and electrical diagrams, mechanical and electrical assemblies, and basic software programming.

• Key Performance Indicators
• Contribute to the achievement of project milestones and deadlines.
• Support continuous improvement initiates within the engineering department.
• Assist in maintaining high standards of product quality and reliability.
• Contribute to the overall success of engineering projects and initiatives.
• Essential Function
• Design, build, operate, and maintain test fixtures and automated test equipment for PCBs and electro-mechanical assemblies
• Work with engineers and other technicians to develop and maintain test systems to automate and streamline engineering laboratory product testing
• Work with cross-functional teams to understand product requirements, develop, and execute test plans to ensure quality
• Collaborate with hardware and software engineers to integrate testing into the product development cycle
• Create and maintain automated test scripts test fixtures
• Create, maintain, and present test reports
• Design and implement test fixtures for the entire product lifecycle, including design, manufacturing, troubleshoot, repair, and improvements
• Ensure that all testing equipment, hardware, and software is properly calibrated and maintained
• Analyze and report test results to the development team and make recommendations for improvements
• Participate in product design reviews to identify potential quality issues early in the development cycle
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Experience utilizing LabVIEW, TestStand, Python, Java, or other programming languages is preferred
• Familiarity with testing of PCBAs, electro-mechanical, and electronic assemblies
• Familiarity designing and implementing test fixtures
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills in English. Spanish is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Growth and continuous-learning mindset, desire to deliver high quality work.
• Education & Experience
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (2-Year Technical Degree preferred).

· Minimum of 4 years of experience in electronic, mechanical, pneumatic prototyping in a technical environment.

• Work Environment
• Office setting with occasional visits to customer sites and testing facilities.
• Safe work environment with minimal exposure to hazards.
• Standard office hours with occasional overtime or weekend work for project deadlines.

Physical Demands
The role requires the ability to regularly sit, stand, and walk. The individual may occasionally be required to lift and carry up to 25 pounds. Good vision is necessary for computer work and detailed design tasks, and dexterity is needed for typing and handling engineering materials. Additionally, there may be occasional movement and setup of testing equipment and prototypes.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Notice To Third Party Agencies
Please note that LANCER does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, LANCER will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, LANCER explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of LANCER.

EEO Statement
Lancer provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.