Job OverviewThe Sr. Test Engineer researches, designs, develops, tests, documents, and supports software and interface hardware for testing products manufactured for the electric utility industry.
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A Day In The LifeESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES are as follows; other duties may be assigned:
- Analyze product hardware and firmware to formulate a test plan to verify design requirements and maximize test coverage.
- Review new designs and specifications and provide feedback based on testability.
- Perform cost/benefit analysis to determine desired level of automation
- Design and develop test interface hardware necessary for rapid and reliable connection to the device under test.
- Design and develop test software to control product, instrumentation, and test systems needed to exercise and measure products performance to design requirements specification
- Record and analyze critical to quality performance metrics. Initiate investigation and preventative action when necessary.
- Document and maintain version control on all developed software and hardware.
- Develop and maintain testing procedures.
- Determine test equipment maintenance plan and redundancy necessary to minimize test station downtime.
- Maintain test software and hardware throughout product lifecycle.
- Provide guidance on common failure modes to Test Technicians.
- Revise and improve operation, performance, and documentation for new and existing test systems.
- Work with other team members to accomplish goals.
- Comply with all work rules, including but not limited to, the company's safety and attendance policies.
What will help you thrive in this role?EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE BS Engineering degree (EE, CS, or similar) with 10 to 15 years related experience and/or training. Five to ten years' experience in "C", "C#" and SQL/SQL Server.
SKILLS- Experience designing automated test equipment
- Familiar with common utility communications standards and protocols: TCP/IP TIA-232, TIA-485, IRIG-B, USB, IEC61850, DNP, and Modbus.
- Skilled in programming for hardware and instrument control with C, C#, LabVIEW, and TestStand, and other software languages as necessary.
- Experienced in creation and testing of DLLs
- Knowledgeable with common test equipment such as oscilloscopes, DMMs, power supplies, and switching systems as well as SCPI commands used to communicate with them.
- Proficient in SQL and SQL Server
- Familiar with power systems and theory.
- Ability to effectively communicate with the organization.
Hubbell IncorporatedHubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.
The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.
We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.
Hubbell Utility Solutions Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.
Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.
The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.
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