Sr. Test Engineer

Sub-Zero Group•Cedar Rapids, IA

20h

About The Position

Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove — the leading manufacturer of luxury kitchen appliances — is a family-owned company known for craftsmanship, innovation, and integrity. Our products are found in the world's most luxurious homes, and behind them are teams of people who live our values every day. At our Cedar Rapids facility, we're building something special — a culture rooted in safety, operational excellence, and ownership. We do what's right, take pride in our work, and continuously seek to improve. We win together through teamwork, accountability, and a passion for results. And we bring the energy — showing up with a positive mindset and a commitment to creating a workplace where people feel valued, motivated, and inspired. This Test Engineer role provides technical leadership within our growing manufacturing operation. This individual works cross-functionally to deliver a world-class assembly environment for refrigeration products, ensuring equipment, processes, and test systems are ready for production. Growth and development are central to this role — whether you aspire to be a leader or a technical expert, this position sets you up for long-term success.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, procurement, installation, and debugging of test and assembly equipment to ensure readiness.
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and corporate teams to design layout and deliver high-performing assembly and test systems.
Develop procedures for calibration checks, adjustments, functional test operations, and preventive maintenance on test equipment.
Train assembly and technical support staff on equipment troubleshooting, root-cause evaluation, and problem-solving methodologies.
Support the creation of a safety culture rooted in Human & Organizational Performance principles.
Engage in continuous improvement efforts, including equipment optimization and developing innovative solutions for new applications.
Coach, mentor, and develop Test Engineering personnel as the facility grows.
Use a people-first, process-disciplined approach to support Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost performance across the production line.
Champion a proactive safety culture — ensuring every team member feels responsible for identifying and addressing risks before they become issues.
Build a culture that surfaces and solves problems daily — driving continuous improvement in people, process, and equipment performance.
Foster two-way communication, ensuring team members feel informed, engaged, and empowered to influence decisions and outcomes.
Promote cross-functional collaboration and alignment around shared goals.
Lead with integrity, modeling ethical decision-making and building a culture of trust and accountability.
Bring positive energy into the workplace — creating a motivated, resilient, and high-performance environment.