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In this role, you will work on cutting-edge products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless production processes and high-quality outcomes. This position involves supporting production floors globally, troubleshooting issues, and driving improvements in hardware, software, and testing environments.\nResponsibilities:\nLead hardware, ATE (Automatic Test Equipment), and software changes for new and legacy products, including NPI (New Product Introduction) and EOL (End of Life) updates.\nDevelop and implement testing procedures for new products, including test station duplication, wiring, validation, and ongoing support.\nConduct failure analysis and reliability testing for critical product components.\nProvide technical support to local and global production floors.\nCollaborate with production line engineers to deploy and maintain testers at international production sites.\nDocument and communicate results effectively to peers and management.\nDrive continuous improvement in production processes and systems.\nKey Skills and Requirements:\nBachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering or a related field.\nStrong understanding of production line tester design, maintenance, and electronic design (analog, digital, and radio).\nKnowledge of electronics components, PCB/PCBA design, assembly processes, batteries, RF/IR testing methods, and ATE systems.\nHands-on expertise with hardware systems, embedded interfaces, networks, instrumentation, debugging, and system-level integration.\nExcellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation) in English.\nAbility to work effectively in a matrixed, multicultural team environment.\nSelf-motivated, organized, and a strong problem solver with a hands-on approach.\nFamiliarity with SQA and LabVIEW tools.\nExperience with RF communication and connected smart products.\nBackground in complex multidisciplinary projects requiring advanced technical knowledge.\nProficiency in manufacturing databases, production data pipelines, and engineering data analysis tools.\nExperience working with subcontractors, external vendors, and procurement processes for testers or prototype parts.\nIf you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Dean Fisher at .\nIf you are interested in applying to this exciting opportunity, then please click 'Apply' or to speak to one of our specialists please request a call back at the top of this page.\nProclinical is a leading life sciences recruiter focused on finding exceptional people and matching them with the finest positions across the globe. 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