
Product Test Technician — Firmware & Connected Devices (Entry Level) at Chefman (Mahwah, NJ)
Chefman· Mahwah, NJ· $50k–$60k·
Role details
Salary
$50k–$60k
Job description
As Chefman's connected appliance portfolio grows, we're looking for a hands-on Test Technician to support our firmware team's testing lab. You'll work closely with a senior team member, reviewing testing requests from Product Managers, setting up equipment, and collecting the data our engineers need to validate product performance. No prior experience required — we'll train you on our equipment and testing processes.
Essential Functions and Duties
- Review testing reports and requests from Product Managers to determine what needs to be tested next and prioritize accordingly
- Set up test equipment for each testing scenario, including data loggers and thermocouples
- Attach thermocouples correctly to measure temperature at specified points on appliances and circuit boards
- Collect, record, and organize temperature and performance data using data logging equipment
- Test Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity features on connected devices
- Monitor iOS and Android platform updates and flag anything that could affect how our Mahproducts connect or perform
- Log and track issues clearly in Jira, including steps to reproduce and relevant supporting data
- Maintain the physical test lab, keeping equipment calibrated, organized, and ready for the next test cycle
Physical Demands and Abilities
- Working at a computer and in a lab/testing environment
- Comfortable handling small electronic components and test equipment, including circuit boards
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with the testing team and Product Managers
Education, Experience and Skills
- No prior lab or QA experience required, training will be provided
- Comfortable working with basic electronics and small components, including circuit boards
- Strong attention to detail, especially when following test setup instructions precisely
- Able to read and follow written testing requests and equipment instructions accurately
- Comfortable using computers and willing to learn tools like Jira, data logging software, and mobile app simulators
- Operates well under a sense of urgency and stays calm under pressure
- Able to manage multiple testing tasks at once and follow them through to completion
Salary Range (commensurate with experience) $50,000—$60,000 USD
Why work at Chefman
- Hands-On Engineering Culture: For engineers, the role involves deep work on embedded systems, IoT, and firmware for physical products—offering a tangible sense of creation (e.g., testing a "Volcano Waffle Maker").
- Rapid Innovation Cycle: The company moves at the pace of a startup (small teams, 110 employees) but operates in the high-volume manufacturing world.
- Hybrid/In-Office Policy: Roles are explicitly "In-Office" in Mahwah, NJ, with "Typical time on-site: None" listed for some roles on Built In, indicating flexibility but a preference for in-person collaboration.
- Perks & Benefits: Offers healthcare (dental, vision, life insurance), 401(K), generous PTO, employee discounts on products, free snacks, and "customized development tracks" for promotion.
- Employee Rating Caveat: The company has a low employer rating (2.7/5.0 on LinkedIn from 82 reviews), with specific weaknesses noted in Compensation (2.6) and Culture (2.7). This is a significant caveat for prospective employees.