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David Careers

Inductive Automation and System QA Engineer

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tata consultancy servicesCupertino (CA)
Software Quality Assurance Analysts and TestersResearch and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences

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Senior

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$100,000 - $130,000 per year

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About the role

Inductive Automation & System QA Engineer Objective: Seeking an Inductive Automation & System QA Engineer for a 12-month contract to design, build, and bring up automated test stations for wireless charging systems. This role requires a hybrid background in software automation and mechanical/CAD fixture design. Key Pointers: Mechatronics / EE with test automation background (not pure ME or pure EE validation) Look at engineers from NI/Keysight, consumer electronics test teams, or wireless charging OEM test groups The sweet spot is someone who has written Python SCPI frameworks and has held a fixturing or bench integration responsibility — increasingly common in Apple, Qualcomm, and charging IC company test engineering roles
Key Responsibilities: Mechanical Bring-Up: Design in 3D CAD, prototype (3D printing/machining), and assemble custom test fixtures, nest plates, and alignment jigs. Software Automation: Architect and maintain Python-based test frameworks controlling lab instrumentation (programmable power supplies, electronic loads, DAQs, relays).Bench Integration: Deploy end-to-end test benches combining physical actuators/stages with software harnesses for reliable, unattended runs. Validation & Execution: Run automated charge stability, regression, and protocol testing across inductive charging setups (Qi, Qi2, magnetic charging).Issue Characterization: Root-cause electromechanical, firmware, and software defects; document findings and drive bugs to resolution with cross-functional teams.
Skills & Qualifications: Must-Haves Experience: BS in ME, Mechatronics, EE, CS, or equivalent with 3+ years testing complex electromechanical/embedded systems. Mechanical & CAD: Proficiency in 3D CAD (NX, SolidWorks, or similar) for fixture and jig design. Hands-on rapid prototyping (3D printing, light fabrication) and actuator/sensor integration. Software Development: Strong Python skills with experience building modular test frameworks from scratch. Hands-on instrument control (SCPI, VISA, Serial, USB) for lab hardware. System QA: Solid defect isolation across hardware, firmware, and host software layers. Proven ability to write test plans, manage regression runs, and communicate issues clearly in English.
Preferred: Experience with inductive/wireless charging standards (Qi, Qi2) and USB-PD. Experience with SQL databases and automated test telemetry/reporting dashboards. Familiarity with Git and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) automation pipelines.
Success Criteria / Definition of Done: Automation Bring-Up: Fully functional, calibrated test stations and durable CAD fixtures delivered on schedule. Reliability: Robust, unattended overnight test execution with automated recovery and error handling. Defect Reporting: Clear, actionable bug reports with synchronized electrical, mechanical, and system logs. Execution & Velocity: Test plans published, results reported promptly, and technical risks proactively surfaced to EPMs.
Location: Cupertino, CA Salary Range:$100,000-$130,000 a Year

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