BASIC FUNCTION
The Electrical Test Engineer is responsible for the design, development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of electrical test systems used to validate generator, control system, and related power product technologies. This role provides technical leadership for laboratory testing through the implementation of advanced electrical systems, automation, controls, instrumentation, and data acquisition solutions, ensuring safe, reliable, and accurate product validation while supporting innovation, product quality, and speed to market.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design, develop, and implement electrical test systems, data acquisition (DAQ) platforms, and load control systems that support product development, verification, validation, durability, and reliability testing.
- Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and technical documentation to ensure accurate system design, maintenance, and regulatory compliance.
- Integrate instrumentation, sensors, controllers, PLCs, HMIs, and communication networks required for laboratory testing and automated system operation.
- Lead the specification, procurement, installation, and commissioning of new laboratory equipment and test infrastructure to expand testing capabilities.
- Troubleshoot and resolve electrical, electromechanical, automation, and control system issues to minimize downtime and maintain laboratory productivity.
- Analyze test data and results to identify performance trends, support product improvements, and drive engineering decisions.
- Collaborate with product engineering teams to investigate failures, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions that improve product reliability and quality.
- Support testing activities related to generators, power electronics, engine systems, energy storage systems, and electronic controls.
- Develop and implement automated test sequences, data collection methods, and monitoring systems that improve testing efficiency, repeatability, and accuracy.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on laboratory processes, test methods, reporting systems, and operational effectiveness.
- Develop automated reporting, data visualization, and analysis tools that enhance engineering insights and decision-making.
- 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 to meet future business and engineering requirements.
- Collaborate effectively with engineers, technicians, suppliers, and cross-functional stakeholders to achieve project objectives and business goals.
RELATIONSHIPS AND CONTACTS
Supervisory Relationships:
· As an individual contributor, reports to Sr Manager - Global Development & Reliability Labs, PS
- Dotted-Line Responsibility: May provide technical direction and guidance to technicians, interns, contractors, and project team members.
Organization Relationships:
- Test Lab and NPD Engineering Changzhou China
- Test Lab and NPD Engineering EMEA
- GTL, RTL and ETL Mosel
- NPD / SPD Mechanical Engineering
- NPD / SPD Electrical Engineering
- MEDC Engineering
- Advanced Development
External Business Relationships:
- Equipment and instrumentation suppliers
- Automation and controls vendors
- Engineering consultants
- Certification and regulatory agencies
- Service providers and contractors supporting laboratory operations
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related t