Test Engineer

Job Description

Req ID: 52520

Job Location: Maumee, OH, US, Maumee, OH, US

Employment Type: Full Time

Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment

Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering

Work Location Type: On-site

Annual Salary Range: USD 70,000-90,000

Job Experience Level: Mid-Senior level

Job Title: Test Engineer

The Impact You'll Make

Are you passionate about advancing innovative technologies that power the world's most demanding data center applications? Danfoss is seeking a Test Engineer to join our Global Labs Data Center Testing Team.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing, executing, and improving laboratory testing capabilities that validate the performance, reliability, and durability of Data Center connector and thermal management solutions. Working closely with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and customer teams, you will provide trusted engineering data that drives product development, ensures customer confidence, and supports future business growth.

Success in this position means delivering accurate, repeatable, and timely test results while continuously improving laboratory capabilities, safety, efficiency, and innovation.

What You'll Be Doing

• Coordinate and execute testing activities for Data Center products, ensuring test requests are prioritized, completed on schedule, and aligned with customer and engineering requirements.
• Develop and implement new test methods, laboratory equipment, fixtures, and automation solutions that expand testing capabilities and support evolving market needs.
• Create and manage test plans, procedures, schedules, and technical reports used to support product development, qualification, and validation activities.
• Perform engineering evaluations, troubleshooting, analysis, and design verification testing to support product performance and reliability objectives.
• Lead laboratory improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, efficiency, equipment reliability, and testing throughput.
• Collaborate with product engineering, quality, manufacturing, procurement, customers, and external suppliers to successfully execute testing and laboratory projects.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in engineering, testing, product development, manufacturing, or laboratory environments.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills with hands-on problem-solving experience.
• Experience executing and documenting engineering tests and validation activities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and execution.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting engineering laboratories, product validation, or testing environments.
• Familiarity with laboratory automation, instrumentation, controls, and data acquisition systems.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software, preferably Siemens NX.
• Experience within data center, connector, thermal management, or related industrial markets.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement and process optimization practices.

Key Success Factors

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Excellent organization, project management, and analytical abilities.
• High level of accountability, attention to detail, and customer focus.
• Technical curiosity, continuous learning mindset, and commitment to safety and innovation

What You'll Get from Us

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

Bonus system

Paid vacation

Retirement plan

Flexible working hours

Personal insurance

Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups

State of the art virtual work environment

Employee Referral Program

Ready to Make a Difference?

If this role excites you, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

Our Commitment to Transparency

Salary ranges listed reflect only primary location and currency. For local salary ranges and specific benefits in your preferred hiring location, please ask your Talent Acquisition representative for more information.

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Employee Group: Salary Paid

Country: United States

Region: NAM

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