Lead Test Engineering Technician

the Client•Grand Rapids, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Test Engineering Technician supports the build, setup, execution, and troubleshooting of development and qualification testing for electromechanical actuation products. The client's actuation products include a wide range of electro-mechanical components and assemblies, including motor controllers, motors, electronic circuit boards, gears, ball screws, no-back mechanisms, clutches, brakes, housings, electronic enclosures, bearings, pins, screws, and other related components. The Lead Test Engineering Technician supports the testing, troubleshooting, modification, and validation of these products throughout new product development and qualification activities.

Requirements

Strong electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic aptitude demonstrated through hands-on work experience.
Soldering capabilities.
Experience executing test plans and procedures.
Familiarity with laboratory test equipment and measurement devices.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, hydraulic schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate technical information.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate documentation, manage test records, and coordinate multiple activities simultaneously.
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and results-driven with a strong focus on execution and customer support.
Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify issues, analyze root causes, and implement effective corrective actions.
5–9 years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

Electronics repair and troubleshooting preferred.

Responsibilities

Design, build, modify, troubleshoot, repair, and support advanced test systems used for development, qualification, environmental, and production testing of electro-mechanical actuation products.
Create, wire, solder, assemble, instrument, and troubleshoot circuit boards, actuators, motor controllers, test panels, and related hardware.
Develop test setups and execute mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and environmental testing in accordance with approved test plans, procedures, specifications, and applicable standards, including DO-160 and MIL-STD-810.
Utilize laboratory instrumentation and measurement equipment including oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, function generators, power supplies, data acquisition systems, pressure transducers, flow meters, load cells, torque transducers, encoders, and related test equipment.
Maintain and continuously improve the engineering laboratory, test equipment, tooling, infrastructure, and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) programs to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation.
Provide technical leadership, training, and direction to technicians and support personnel to ensure safe operations, effective troubleshooting, and successful test execution.
Manage and coordinate external contractors supporting laboratory, facility, equipment, and infrastructure projects.
Maintain accurate test records, reports, documentation, and laboratory data.
Comply with the client's high expectations for a safe work environment.