Test Engineering Technician II

Wabtec•Buffalo Grove, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Wabtec Bus Solutions is a team driving innovation in Transit Bus & Rail systems, including passenger door systems, wheelchair lifts & ramps, e-Bus charging systems, driver’s protective barriers, and more. As a Test Engineering Technician II, you will support the test engineering team by performing hands-on testing on electromechanical assemblies, subsystems or parts, assisting with test setup and troubleshooting, and maintaining laboratory equipment and workspaces. Reporting to the Engineering Manager or Supervisor, you will contribute to accurate and efficient design verification activities while working closely with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams.

Requirements

Associate degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Engineering Technology (or equivalent experience).
2+ years of relevant experience in electromechanical testing or a related field.
Basic hands-on skills with mechanical assemblies, fixtures, and test setups.
Familiarity with test equipment such as multimeters, power supplies, calipers, pressure gauges.
Experience in electromechanical testing and troubleshooting and basic troubleshooting ability and judgment in a lab or prototype environment.
Exposure to DC motors, relays, basic control systems and basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

Assist engineers with verification testing.
Execute functional and performance tests by procedures.
Assist or lead troubleshooting electromechanical systems.
Support RMA (returned product) evaluations by collecting data and documenting findings.
Follow guidance of Test Engineers help build & maintain test fixtures.
Maintain lab equipment and workspace organized and follow safety procedures.
Occasionally supports production issues.