Hardware Quality Assurance Specialist

Our team at Blackline Safety is growing! As a people-driven technology company, with a mission to make sure every worker returns home safely, we drive innovation, practice resiliency, demonstrate leadership, go the extra mile for our customers, and empower our people to be their best.

We are currently looking for a HW Quality Assurance Analyst who is eager to work in a product development environment. Hands-on testing of new and innovative product designs is core to this role. As a member of the Quality Assurance team, you will be supporting the design and testing of our next generation offering as well as the existing ones. The Blackline Safety System incorporates wearable personal devices, vehicle mounted equipment, satellite and cellular communication channels and an advanced web portal.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of our electronic designs through rigorous testing and analysis. This role involves working closely with the design and engineering teams to validate hardware components, identify issues, and drive improvements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive QA testing of electronic hardware designs, including functional, performance, and reliability testing.
• Develop and implement detailed test plans and procedures based on design specifications and industry standards.
• Analyze test data to identify trends, anomalies, and areas for improvement. Provide detailed reports on findings and recommendations.
• Work closely with design engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to ensure designs meet quality and performance standards.
• Identify hardware issues and work with the engineering team to develop and implement corrective actions.
• Develop automated tests for scaling hardware verification capabilities.
• Maintain thorough documentation of test procedures, results, and QA processes. Ensure all documentation is up-to-date and accessible.
• Continuously evaluate and improve testing methodologies and tools to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the QA process.
• Support the rest of the Blackline organization with your deep understanding of the Blackline products and services.

What We're Looking For

• A degree preferably in engineering, computer science or similar.
• Strong background in electronics testing, capable of understanding and reviewing schematics.
• Experience with testing HW and firmware.
• Experience with common HW test equipment (e.g. oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, function generators, soldering equipment).
• Experience with SQL with the purpose of data validation is an asset.
• Experience with data reporting is an asset.
• Experience with troubleshooting customer issues is an asset.
• Experience with testing gas detector devices is an asset
• Experience with Python scripting is an asset.
• Strong communication skills.
• Familiarity with GPS, cellular and satellite communications.
• Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with defect tracking software (e.g., JIRA)
• Experience with Test Rail Test Case Management Software or similar is an asset.

 About Blackline Safety

Blackline Safety is a world leader in the development and manufacturing of wirelessly connected safety products. We offer the broadest and most complete portfolio available in the industry. Our products are designed to save lives and we monitor personnel working alone in populated areas, complex indoor facilities, and the remote reaches of our planet. Blackline’s products are used to keep people safe in the event of falls, missed check-ins, man-downs, and exposure to explosive or toxic gas. Our design, development, sales, marketing, support, and production are all performed in-house at our headquarters in Calgary, AB. Blackline Safety is a publicly-traded company (TSX: BLN). To learn more about our company visit www.blacklinesafety.com

Blackline Safety is powered by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants, regardless of age, religion, race, color, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, national origin, race, or sexual orientation. We enthusiastically encourage all individuals to apply for positions that fit their passions.

Last updated on Jul 24, 2024