Electrical Test Engineer

Rehlko•Sheboygan, WI

1d•$76,050 - $96,050

About The Position

The Electrical Test Engineer designs, develops, maintains, and continuously improves electrical test systems used to validate generator, control system, and related power product technologies. The role provides technical leadership for laboratory testing by implementing electrical systems, automation, controls, instrumentation, and data acquisition solutions, supporting safe, reliable, and accurate product validation, innovation, product quality, and speed to market. The engineer works with product engineering teams, technicians, suppliers, and cross-functional stakeholders to develop testing capabilities, investigate product failures, analyze results, and improve laboratory processes and operations. The position is an individual contributor and reports to the Sr Manager - Global Development & Reliability Labs, PS. It may provide technical direction to technicians, interns, contractors, and project team members.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline from an ABET-accredited institution.
One to three years of experience in electrical testing, industrial automation, laboratory engineering, power systems, or a related engineering environment.
Demonstrated experience troubleshooting electrical circuits, instrumentation, control systems, and data acquisition systems.
Working knowledge of PLCs, HMI platforms, industrial controls, and automation architectures.
Experience interpreting electrical schematics, control drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate across multiple functions.
Proficiency with engineering design and documentation tools such as AutoCAD Electrical, AutoCAD, Visio, or similar software.
Experience using data acquisition and test platforms such as National Instruments (NI), LabVIEW, Dewesoft, ETAS, Vector, AVL, or equivalent systems.
Familiarity with PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff, or Codesys-based systems.
Working knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as CAN, CAN FD, J1939, Modbus TCP/IP, EtherNet/IP, or similar technologies.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting generator systems, engine testing, power electronics, energy storage systems, automotive systems, EV technologies, or industrial equipment testing.
Experience with automated testing, scripting, or software development for test systems.
Project management experience supporting capital projects, laboratory upgrades, facility improvements, or equipment commissioning.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Experience working within ISO-based quality management systems and laboratory environments.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement electrical test systems, data acquisition platforms, and load control systems for product development, verification, validation, durability, and reliability testing.
Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and technical documentation.
Integrate instrumentation, sensors, controllers, PLCs, HMIs, and communication networks for laboratory testing and automated system operation.
Lead specification, procurement, installation, and commissioning of laboratory equipment and test infrastructure.
Troubleshoot electrical, electromechanical, automation, and control system issues to minimize downtime.
Analyze test data and results to identify performance trends, support product improvements, and inform engineering decisions.
Collaborate with product engineering teams to investigate failures, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
Support testing of generators, power electronics, engine systems, energy storage systems, and electronic controls.
Develop automated test sequences, data collection methods, and monitoring systems to improve testing efficiency, repeatability, and accuracy.
Drive continuous improvement of laboratory processes, test methods, reporting systems, and operational effectiveness.
Develop automated reporting, data visualization, and analysis tools.
Identify and execute opportunities to improve laboratory utilization, testing capabilities, safety performance, and operational efficiency.
Develop and maintain laboratory work instructions, operating procedures, and test methods in compliance with company quality standards and applicable regulations.
Participate in laboratory safety programs and ensure adherence to electrical safety standards, risk mitigation practices, and safe work procedures.
Support laboratory capital projects, facility upgrades, and expansion initiatives.
Collaborate with engineers, technicians, suppliers, and cross-functional stakeholders to achieve project objectives and business goals.