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# Test Engineer

- **Company:** Plexus Corporation
- **Location:** Buffalo Grove, IL, United States
- **Salary:** $64,200.0 - $96,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Tools, Statistical Process Control (SPC)
- **Published:** August 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18089754?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18089754%2FTest-Engineer-Illinois-Buffalo-Grove

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree with 1 or more years of related experience is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered., * Intermediate Computer Skills
 * Intermediate Decision Making, Problem Solving Skills
 * Intermediate Verbal and Written Communications Skills
 * Strong Analytical and statistical analysis Skills; Statistical Process Control Software Skills
 * Proactive and ability to work in a Cross-Discipline team environment
 * Understand Structured Design
 * Ability to develop good working relationships with team members and customers
 * Lab tool/ test/measurement equipment experience preferred

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.

## Description

Purpose Statement: This role is responsible for continuously improving test performance and equipment, troubleshooting complex issues, supporting equipment installation and changes, and providing technical guidance. Test engineers also play a key role in implementing and validating testing equipment and identifying best practices globally., * Develops Manufacturing solutions/ Provide services that are high-quality, cost-appropriate, and satisfy the customer's requirements.

 * Utilizes appropriate tools and equipment to perform necessary work including creation, analysis, and verification.
 * Demonstrates a clear, discipline-specific understanding of the full Plexus Manufacturing processes/ Product Requirements & Specifications as it applies to their role.
 * Successfully executes responsibilities in adherence to Plexus' Manufacturing Processes
 * Produces comprehensive project documentation based on the needs of the project and in accordance with the quality and change management procedures and guidelines, as it applies to their role.


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