Electrical Test and Measurement Engineer

With over 100 years of technological innovation, we help make a wide variety of products possible in the world's most rapidly expanding industries. Our components are found in spacecrafts and defibrillators - from outer space to inside our bodies, and in products we use every day. We have the broadest selection of capacitor technologies in the industry, including an expanding range of electromechanical devices and electromagnetic compatibility solutions.

Summary

We are seeking a junior or senior level Electrical Test / Measurement Engineer at our Simpsonville, SC facility. A qualified candidate should be someone who is passionate about understanding how circuits, components, or systems work and strives to improve their performance, efficiency, and speed-or someone with proven experience in measurement instrumentation, including instrument programming and integration, circuit simulation and PCB design, as well as RF simulation and modeling. Candidates who pursue hobbies that involve designing, building, operating, and/or repairing electric/electronic/mechanical circuits/equipment are encouraged to declare these interests.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform pre-defined electrical testing of capacitors to support R&D projects and customer applications. Proactively communicate opportunities to enhance test protocols or instrumentation. Accurately document and report test results. Initial orientation and training will be provided by lab personnel; however, rapid independent learning is expected.
• Design/fabrication/assembly of test systems. Hands-on experience with hand tools and light-duty fabrication equipment is a plus. Soldering skills are a plus.
• Knowledge/experience with using software for circuit board layout/fabrication and creation of schematic diagrams a plus.
• Assemble laboratory instruments (power supplies, signal sources, meters/analyzers, etc.) to perform ad-hoc experiments per defined specifications. Write software routines to automate test sequences and record resulting data if required. Engineer an official test system to perform this testing if this it becomes necessary.
• Perform circuit modeling with LTspice or similar computer modeling tools.
• Knowledge/experience with Ansys Electronic Desktop (HFSS) for capacitor ESL and thermal modeling are a plus.
• Assist with acquisition of laboratory supplies as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
• 1-5 years of programming experience in C, C++, C# or Python
• Familiar with PCB design and manufacturing
• Familiar with embedded system development
• Demonstrated ability to work well with a cross-functional team.
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and listening)
• Attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to perform measurements and experiments, and endeavors to identify and control as many variables as possible or practical to optimize data integrity.
• Demonstrated ability to carefully report experimental results with the desire to clearly communicate by means of text and graphics. If the test results suggest an opportunity to improve the design/manufacture of the tested samples, appropriate comments are included in the test report.
• Ability to sit and use a computer for extended periods of time

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Location & Work Type

• Simpsonville, SC - United States
• Full Time

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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What we offer

• Collaborative work environment that values innovation and teamwork
• Inclusive company culture built on respect, integrity, and continuous improvement
• Career growth opportunities with access to training, and mentorship
• Work-life balance support through flexible practices and employee wellness initiatives
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and employee programs

About YAGEO Group
We don't build the final product.
We build what makes it possible.

From resistors to capacitors, inductors to sensors-our components power the breakthroughs that move the world forward.
Electric vehicles. AI data centers. Satellites. Sonar systems.
They move faster, last longer, reach farther-with a spark of us inside.

Headquartered in Taiwan, YAGEO Group unites multiple trusted brands-including YAGEO, KEMET, PULSE, and Telemecanique Sensors and more-into one cohesive force for innovation.
40,000+ employees. 100+ locations. 20 R&D centers. 2,000+ patents. 273,000+ customers.

#1 in resistors and tantalum capacitors.
#3 in MLCCs & inductors
We don't just participate in the future-we enable it.

Why Work at YAGEO Group?

Meaningful work: Every part you help design, test, or improve contributes to real-world innovations.
Global exposure: Collaborate across continents, brands, and breakthrough technologies.
Accelerated growth: With our size, diversity, and momentum, there's no ceiling for where you can go.
Built-in purpose: You're not just part of the process-you're part of the progress.

YAGEO Group. Built into Tomorrow.

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