Test Development Engineer

Location

Windber, PA (On‑Site)

Reports To

Engineering Supervisor

FLSA Status

Exempt

About Us

For over 40 years, Kitron Group has been leading the way in manufacturing and assembly of electronics for daily use around the world. Our focus on the values of Commitment, Innovation, and Engagement has enabled us to become a leading global electronics manufacturing services (EMS) company. Our U.S.-based facility, Kitron Technologies, is continuing to expand and add to our team.

Why Work for Us?

At Kitron, we have a team of highly‑skilled and trained colleagues. Working for us means you get access to ongoing learning and development opportunities, as well as our industry‑leading benefits offerings, such as:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee‑Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company‑paid life insurance, short term disability, and long term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• 9/80 work schedule
• Additional voluntary benefits

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About the Role

As a Test Development Engineer at Kitron, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing cost‑effective methods for testing and troubleshooting systems and equipment throughout all phases of product development and manufacturing. With minimal oversight, you will direct the preparation of test and diagnostic programs, design advanced test fixtures and equipment, and develop comprehensive specifications and procedures for new products. You will independently manage labor, schedules, and equipment requirements for testing and evaluating both standard and specialized devices, while providing technical leadership to cross‑functional teams and mentoring junior engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop test fixtures/hardware and printed circuit boards to support device test and calibration.
• Develop test and calibration software, commonly using .Net, NI LabVIEW / Test Stand, and/or C#.
• Utilize custom designed test systems and/or industry standard ATEs for device test and characterization.
• Work with Engineering team to determine test and calibration requirements.
• Collaborate with a multifunctional and multi‑site international team to support device test, characterization, and qualification for new product releases.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the leadership team and a role model of accountability, transparency, and collaboration.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related technical field.
• Advanced expertise in developing comprehensive test strategies and diagnostic systems to validate product functionality against specifications and identify complex performance issues.
• Significant experience designing and building complex test fixtures, equipment, and standardized test procedures to ensure accurate, repeatable results across multiple product lines.
• Proven ability to lead qualification and testing efforts, including defining testing standards, improving quality systems, and ensuring alignment with industry requirements and benchmarks.
• Strong technical leadership skills, with demonstrated success solving complex system‑ and equipment‑level issues, mentoring engineers, and collaborating across cross‑functional teams.
• Solid capability in managing testing resources across multiple projects, optimizing schedules, equipment utilization, and overall efficiency.
• Technical proficiency and working knowledge of software development principles, including object‑oriented programming, and advanced understanding of PCB design principles.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Climate‑controlled electronics manufacturing services floor with additional time in an office setting.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods with or without reasonable accommodation.

Pre‑Employment Requirements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and pre‑employment drug screening. These screenings are conducted in accordance with applicable laws and help us maintain a safe and secure workplace.

Kitron is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). EEO policies cover all employees and employment programs, management practices and decisions to include recruiting, hiring, promotions, transfers, training and career development, benefits, and separation. All employees and applicants for employment shall be given fair treatment and equal employment opportunity regardless of their race, color, religion, age (40 and over), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or other prohibited non‑merit factors.

Kitron Technologies is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kitron will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 814‑467‑9779.

The employee must be able to perform the essential job duties/functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.