Test Engineering Technician

05 - Test Engineering Technician (2nd Shift)
Req ID: 139690
Hiring Manager: Daniel Rivas Romero
Band: 05 
Region: Americas 
Country: USA 
State/Province: Texas
City:  Richardson

General Overview

Functional Area:  ENG - Engineering      
Career Stream:  DEV - Process/Test Development
Role:  Technical Support 2
SAP Short Name:  TS2
Job Title:  Process/Test Engineering Support 2
Job Code:  TS2-ENG-PROC
Job Level:  Band 05      
Direct/Indirect Indicator:  Indirect

Summary

Incumbents may determine best methods and procedures to follow to complete assignments. Tasks are very complex in nature where considerable judgment and initiative are required in resolving problems and making recommendations. Decisions/actions may have an impact on the departments goals and may go beyond the department. Works under minimum Supervision. Situations not covered by standard processes, procedures and methods are referred to manager or expert resource. May provide functional guidance to others performing similar work. May be considered the expert in areas assigned. Builds internal and external relationships that require exchanging information and providing some explanations in a problem solving capacity.

Detailed Description

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Provides complex technical support for testing integrated L11 rack systems and fully populated server enclosures.
• Sets up and executes tests, diagnostic software, and validation procedures on complete server and network racks.
• Reads and analyzes rack elevation drawings, cable routing maps, and network topologies.
• Assists in the design, setup, and debugging of network test cables and rack-level testing equipment.
• Executes and modifies basic Python scripts to automate rack validation, parse log files, and streamline data collection.
• Deploys firmware updates and updates test bed software across rack components.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Engineering Foundation Competencies.
• Familiarity with the Linux OS environment and basic command-line competency for system configuration and log analysis.
• Solid understanding of networking basics (TCP/IP, VLANs, subnetting, switch configuration, and troubleshooting rack connectivity).
• Basic Python programming skills to run, modify, or debug test automation scripts.
• Exposure to L11 rack integration concepts (handling server nodes, top-of-rack switches, and PDUs).