Job Description
The Next Level of Fire & Life Safety Leadership
With more than two centuries of combined history, brands like Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech have been leading the way in protecting people and property around the world. Now, we’re taking that leadership to the next level. Kidde Global Solutions brings together the most trusted and iconic brands in safety, building upon our shared experience and expertise to address the needs and challenges of more customers in more places. With an unmatched portfolio of solutions and services, and a commitment to constant innovation we’re elevating the standards for an entire industry – and establishing the next level of fire and life safety leadership.
At Kidde Global Solutions, you’re joining a global technology leader in fire and life safety solutions and our employees are the heart of it all. With industry-defining brands in life safety and security, you’ll be part of a legacy of leadership working with cutting-edge technologies that protect lives and property worldwide. As a leading fire safety brand, our mission is to provide solutions that protect people and property from the effects of fire and related hazards. We’re committed to expanding our impact and providing dynamic opportunities for growth within our team. You’ll be part of a company that prioritizes quality, integrity, collaboration, and customer care, with the resources, training, and incentives to ensure your success every step of the way.
The Test Engineer is responsible for driving improvements, optimizations, and development of test stations and equipment, both in software and hardware, to ensure optimal performance and product quality. This role supports operations through the development of local suppliers, test program creation, and the implementation of validation and release processes for test systems.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and qualify local suppliers for the procurement of components, spare parts, instrumentation, and fabrication of fixtures and test stations
• Design, develop, and maintain test programs and code for new and existing test systems
• Improve preventive and corrective maintenance processes for test equipment
• Manage, track, and follow up on departmental requisitions
• Generate and maintain documentation for new test equipment
• Execute validation and qualification processes for test stations
• Integrate test results and development data into official test platforms and reporting systems
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in software development for electrical test stations
• Strong knowledge of programming languages and test instrumentation for manufacturing of PCB-based products and electronic assemblies
• Conversational English proficiency
Technical Skills
• Communication protocols: RS232, RS485, GPIB, USB, Ethernet
• Embedded systems and module programming
• Programming experience with ICT platforms (HP3070), C/C++, C#, Visual Basic, LabVIEW, and TestStand
• Advanced troubleshooting and failure analysis of test systems
• Experience with Functional, Hipot, Burn-in, and Final Testing
• Database knowledge
• Software integration and control of measurement and test instruments
• Ability to interpret and develop test specifications based on design requirements
• Knowledge of GR&R (Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility) for test equipment validation
Location
Navojoa, Sonora, Mexico
World Leaders in Fire and Life Safety
Kidde Global Solutions is a world leader in fire & life safety solutions tailored for complex commercial facilities to homes. Through iconic, industry-defining brands including Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech, we provide residential and commercial customers with advanced solutions and services to protect people and property in a wide range of applications, all around the globe.
