Lead Factory Test Engineering Technician

As a Lead Factory Test Engineering Technician at Magic Leap, you'll be responsible for supporting daily factory operations, addressing technical issues on the factory floor, and providing prototype build support. Additionally, your role will involve assembling and troubleshooting test systems, maintaining equipment, conducting repeatability runs for software validation, and creating SOPs and documentation to ensure process efficiency.

To qualify as a Lead Factory Test Engineering Technician at Magic Leap, candidates typically need 5+ years of professional experience in factory technical support, especially in manufacturing test roles, along with an associate’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or computer engineering. Hands-on experience in prototype manufacturing environments and proficiency in reading electrical diagrams and schematics are also essential.

At Magic Leap, we prioritize employee growth through immersive collaboration with industry experts and opportunities to tackle innovative projects at the intersection of physical and digital worlds. Employees are encouraged to explore new solutions, develop their skills, and contribute their unique perspectives, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.

While not mandatory, having a basic knowledge of software development for automation or scripting languages such as C#, Python, or LabVIEW is considered a valuable asset for the Lead Factory Test Engineering Technician role at Magic Leap. This experience can enhance your ability to interface with test systems and contribute to process improvements.

The work environment for a Lead Factory Test Engineering Technician at Magic Leap is collaborative and innovative, taking place on-site at our headquarters in Plantation, FL. You’ll work in a fast-paced factory setting, interacting with engineering teams, troubleshooting complex systems, and contributing to the continuous enhancement of our cutting-edge technology.

In your response, focus on specific projects where you've been involved in prototype manufacturing, detailing your responsibilities and contributions. Highlight experiences where you’ve assembled, tested, or validated components and systems, illustrating your hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment.

Explain your systematic approach to troubleshooting, including how you identify symptoms, analyze problems, and validate solutions. Use examples from your past experience to demonstrate your problem-solving skills and how they can benefit the operations at Magic Leap.

Discuss your familiarity with various testing tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and any specific test equipment you've used in past roles. Provide examples of how you have effectively used these tools to solve problems or maintain equipment.

Be specific about the situation, the challenges you faced, and how you went about creating or revising SOPs. Share details on the impact of your documentation on the team or process efficiencies, emphasizing your attention to detail and commitment to clarity.

Mention skills such as technical troubleshooting, effective communication, collaboration, and a growth mindset. Discuss how each skill contributes to success in the role, providing anecdotes to illustrate your capabilities.

Outline strategies such as regular calibration, maintenance schedules, and thorough documentation practices. Discuss how these actions help minimize downtime and ensure consistent reliability in testing environments.

Share how you actively seek out new knowledge through industry publications, online courses, and professional networking. Discuss the importance of staying informed and how it positively impacts your work and contributions to the team.

Select a project that highlights your problem-solving skills and determination. Describe the challenges faced, the actions you took to overcome them, and the final outcomes, showcasing your ability to adapt and maintain focus in high-pressure situations.

Discuss your approach to time management and prioritization techniques, such as using task management tools or methodologies. Explain how you balance competing demands while ensuring quality work and meeting deadlines.

Share your enthusiasm for Magic Leap's innovative work in spatial computing and how it aligns with your career goals. Express your desire to contribute to a collaborative environment where groundbreaking technology is developed, and highlight specific aspects of the job or company culture that excite you.