Engine Test Technician - Electrical

Innio•Waukesha, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

About INNIO Group INNIO Group is a global distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable, flexible, transient, decentralized, modular and efficient power. With a track record of innovation, INNIO designs, manufactures and services high‑performance power systems under its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands. The company delivers power for applications including data centers, microgrids, grid stabilization, industrial energy and gas compression. INNIO operates a global installed base across approximately 100 countries as of December 31, 2025, supported by a resilient, high‑margin services business that delivers long‑term, recurring revenues across the full equipment lifecycle. As electricity demand accelerates—driven by AI, electrification and grid constraints—INNIO enables scalable, behind‑the‑meter power generation with high efficiency, fast start capability, strong transient performance and fuel flexibility, including hydrogen‑ready solutions. INNIO employs over 5,000 people worldwide and is committed to moving energy forward. Your Future at INNIO Group At INNIO, we’re driving innovative energy solutions for data center power infrastructure, distributed power generation, and compression applications. With increasing energy demand, INNIO’s solutions are in high demand. To meet this need, INNIO is growing and increasing the utilization of its Waukesha site. This expansion represents a clear signal of innovation and local growth—and you can be part of it. Join INNIO’s growing Jenbacher operation in Waukesha and help launch our brand-new engine test facility . As an Engine Test Technician – Electrical , you will work hands-on with Jenbacher gas engines, electrical controls, instrumentation, and test-cell equipment. You will prepare engines for testing, support engine startup, monitor engines through test cycles, troubleshoot electrical and controls-related issues, and help ensure every engine meets performance, safety, and quality standards.

Requirements

Associate degree, apprenticeship, military technical training, or equivalent hands-on experience in electrical, electronics, mechatronics, automation, or related field
Experience with industrial electrical systems, controls, automation, engines, generators, test equipment, or similar machinery
Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
Knowledge of PLC-based controls, sensors, and instrumentation
Experience using electrical diagnostic equipment such as digital multimeters
Strong electrical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Strong commitment to safety and quality

Nice To Haves

Experience with gas engines, generators, power-generation equipment, test cells, dynamometers, industrial controls, or equipment commissioning is a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepare engines, controls, instrumentation, and test-cell equipment for testing
Perform electrical inspections and verify wiring, sensors, control panels, and connections
Connect engines to test-cell electrical, controls, and instrumentation systems
Load control software and configure approved system parameters
Support engine startup and operate engines through defined test cycles
Monitor engine performance, electrical parameters, alarms, controls, and test data
Troubleshoot electrical, controls, instrumentation, and test-cell issues
Read and use electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and diagnostic information
Complete test records, troubleshooting documentation, and acceptance results
Help establish and improve testing processes as our new Waukesha operation grows