Test Technician (Wuxi, China)

Test Technician ( Wuxi , China)

About OPAL-RT Technologies

Imagine working for a company with customers including NASA, Bombardier, ABB, EMBRAER, MIT, GE, Ford, GM, NREL and Hydro-Québec! OPAL-RT’s ambitious challenge is to fully democratize simulation, making it affordable and accessible to every engineer and researcher. Joining the OPAL-RT family means you will be helping to develop the technology of the future. In the past, simulation systems were costly and reserved for the wealthiest industries and multinational corporations. OPAL-RT has democratized the use of these tools by integrating commercial technologies into its systems. Engineers from all fields can now use high performance simulation tools to develop their prototypes.

OPAL-RT is recognized leader in diverse and powerful applications. The company's tools are used in a wide variety of fields, including, automotive, aerospace, energy, transportation and industrial manufacturing. Established in Quebec and bolstered by a global presence, OPAL-RT is always looking to the future.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the China Integration & Modeling Solution Team, this position is based in Wuxi, China. As a Tests Technician at OPAL-RT, you will perform unit, integration, and production testing of real-time simulation hardware (e.g., FPGA boards, HIL simulators, power interface units) and related software. You ensure products meet quality, performance, and compliance standards before delivery to customers worldwide.

Primary Responsibilities

Hardware Testing & Validation

• Execute functional, performance, and reliability tests on OPAL-RT’s printed circuit boards (PCBs), FPGA modules, power electronics interfaces, and complete HIL systems.
• Perform incoming quality control (IQC) for vendor-supplied components and third-party boards.
• Conduct electrical safety, insulation, and grounding tests (per IEC/CCC standards) on high voltage/current modules.
• Validate real-time performance, latency, and synchronization of simulators using RT-LAB, MATLAB/Simulink, and diagnostic tools.

Test Documentation & Procedure

• Develop, update, and execute standard test procedures (STPs) and work instructions for hardware/software test benches.
• Create and maintain test reports, data logs, and defect records using MS Office, Jira, and OPAL-RT’s internal tools.

Troubleshooting & Repair

• Diagnose hardware/software faults (e.g., FPGA configuration errors, communication failures, power supply issues) using oscilloscopes, multimeters, and logic analyzers.
• Repair or rework defective PCBs, modules, and cables; replace faulty components
• Escalate complex issues to test engineers or R&D teams with detailed failure analysis reports.

Test Bench Maintenance & Calibration

• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot test equipment (e.g., power supplies, signal generators, oscilloscopes, HIL simulators).
• Ensure test environments comply with ESD safety protocols and industrial hygiene standards.
• Assist in automating test sequences using Python, LabVIEW, or RT-LAB scripts to improve efficiency.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work closely with production, R&D, quality, and supply chain teams to resolve bottlenecks and improve product quality.
• Participate in quality control meetings and contribute to corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).

IT support and system maintenance

• Installing and configuring Windows & Linux operating systems , and system troubleshooting for industrial test stations and real-time simulation hosts.
• Deploy and maintain local area network (LAN) configuration, IP addressing, TCP/IP protocol , diagnose and resolve network connection failures between HIL simulators, test PCs, and peripheral devices.
• Installing software, and driver, and debugging OPAL-RT official software suites, simulation tools and third-party industrial software.
• Manage computer hardware, peripheral devices and system permissions , ensure stable operation of test bench IT environment.
• Maintain cloud/office collaboration tools and enterprise management systems for data archiving, report uploading and work order processing and ensure cybersecurity for the offices in China

Requirements

• Education : B ache lor’s degree in computer science , electrical engineering or other relevant majors.
• Experience : 0-2 years in a production or integration department.
• Knowledge required : MS Office, Visio. Knowledge of electrical safety codes.
• Language abilities : Proficiency in English writing and reading.
• Soft skills : Organization, rigor and determination, autonomy, good interpersonal communication, judgment, analytical skills and ability to adapt.

Nice-to-Have ( Assets )

• Knowledge of FPGA design, including the use of the Xilinx/Matlab XSG suite
• Technical knowledge: Products in the voltage range (120-1500V), current range (15-600A), motor control, power converters. Knowledge of low voltage DC and AC equipment.
• Knowledge of Matlab/Simulink and Labview/Veristand for developing the integration models of testbenches.

A career with OPAL-RT will suit you if

• You are seeking stimulating challenges that will constantly push you to do your best.
• You dream of a family environment that is also professional, cooperative and friendly.
• You need a flexible schedule and the ability to telecommute in order to balance work and home life.
• You want to continue to expand your knowledge and know-how by working side-by-side with researchers, innovators and scientists who share one thing, Passion .
• You have chosen to be an important contributor to the technological progress in a multitude of industries.
• You want to be recognized for your ideas, creativity and talent.
• You know your worth and seek a globally competitive salary.
• You don’t just want a job, you want a career!

• If you think you are up to it, OPAL-RT is hiring!
• To apply, email your CV by visiting the Careers section of our website: http://www.opal-rt.com/careers-opportunities-opal-rt
• We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for interview will be contacted