MDVT Engineer

Role Overview

We are seeking an MDVT Engineer to join a mechanical design validation testing team. The engineer will work under the direction of a senior MDVT engineer and support mechanical and environmental validation testing of hardware and networking equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and environmental validation testing, including shock, vibration, drop, and thermal testing.
• Set up and maintain test beds for large networking equipment.
• Support test engineering development, troubleshooting, and failure-analysis activities.
• Execute validation tests according to defined procedures and specifications.
• Collect, analyze, and document test results.
• Prepare clear and concise test reports.
• Build or modify test setups using hand and power tools.
• Work with engineering teams to identify failures and drive issues toward resolution.
• Ability to lift equipment weighing approximately 25 lbs.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of mechanical and environmental stress-testing methods, including:
  • Mechanical shock and vibration
  • Drop testing
  • Temperature and humidity testing
  • Altitude testing
• Understanding of fundamental hardware components and systems, including PCBs, heatsinks, mounting brackets, and optical modules.
• Understanding of mechanical design principles.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand and power tools.
• Comfortable working in a Unix/Linux environment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of IEC, ETSI, and MIL-STD standards.
• Hands-on experience with test equipment such as environmental chambers and vibration shakers.
• Understanding of test infrastructure architecture and design.
• Basic knowledge of router/switch configuration, TCP/IP, and L2/L3 networking.
• Experience with failure analysis and troubleshooting in a lab environment.
• Experience with test planning, validation, identifying failures, and working with cross-functional teams to resolve issues.
• Scripting knowledge or experience with test automation.
• Experience working in a fast-paced engineering or hardware-validation environment.

Soft Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and time-management skills.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and processes.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a dynamic environment.
• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, debugging, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to understand technical specifications, procedures, training materials, and instructions and execute them accurately.