Test Engineer

Job Description ATE- Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Position: Test Engineer – ATE Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Location: Kochi

Experience: 3–8 Years (preferred)

Job Summary

We are looking for an ATE Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and support Automated Test Equipment (ATE), Functional Test Fixtures, and mechanical assemblies used for PCB and electronic product testing. The candidate will work closely with electrical, software, manufacturing, and quality teams to deliver reliable and cost-effective test solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design ATE fixtures, bed-of-nails fixtures, and mechanical assemblies for PCB testing.
• Develop 3D models and manufacturing drawings using CAD software such as SolidWorks or NX CA
• Develop 3D models and manufacturing drawings using CAD software such as SolidWorks or CATIA.
• Design fixture components including base plates, pressure plates, enclosures, mounting brackets, and support structures.
• Select and integrate standard components such as pogo pins, pneumatic cylinders, toggle clamps, sensors, bearings, and linear guides.
• Define dimensional tolerances, GD&T, and manufacturing requirements.
• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers for fabrication, machining, and assembly activities.
• Prepare BOMs, assembly drawings, and technical documentation.
• Support fixture assembly, debugging, validation, and production release.
• Work with electrical and software teams to ensure proper integration of the ATE system.
• Investigate fixture failures and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and ESD requirements.
• Support DFM/DFT reviews and production test strategy discussions.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in ATE fixture design, FCT fixtures, ICT fixtures, or automation systems.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, CATIA, AutoCAD, or similar CAD tools.
• Knowledge of sheet metal, machined parts, and manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of GD&T, tolerance stack-up, and mechanical assemblies.
• Experience with pneumatic systems, linear motion components, and sensors.
• Familiarity with PCB handling, test fixtures, and electronic manufacturing environments.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of PCB test methodologies such as ICT, FCT, and boundary scan.
• Experience in selecting pogo pins, connectors, and test interfaces.
• Familiarity with aluminum extrusion structures and electrical enclosures.
• Experience with PLM, PDM, and BOM management.

Preferred Tools & Technologies

• SolidWorks
• AutoCAD
• Siemens NX (preferred)

Soft Skills

• Analytical thinking
• Problem-solving capability
• Estimation and planning skills
• Team coordination
• Customer handling capability
• Documentation skills

Responsibilities in Estimation Activities

• Review RFQ and customer requirements.
• Prepare technical feasibility analysis.
• Estimate:

• Development effort
• Fixture cost
• Integration time
• Validation activities
• Identify technical risks and mitigation plans.
• Support proposal and quotation preparation teams.