Test Engineer - Product Testing

Danfoss GmbH; Vaasa; On-site; EUR 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th salary

Annual bonus

Paid vacation

Pension plans

Personal insurance

Job summary

Danfoss Drives is seeking a Test Engineer - Product Testing in Vaasa, Finland. You will validate AC drives, inverters, AFE units, grid converters, and DC-DC converters in a lab setting with prototypes and new releases. You’ll generate data and insights to support product development and continuous improvement.

Join experienced engineers in Vaasa laboratories and contribute to energy-efficient power conversion technologies while developing expertise in product testing.

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Electrical Engineering or Automation Engineering with an electrical focus.
• Knowledge of electrical safety principles and safe laboratory practices.
• Experience with lab testing environments is a plus.
• Strong English communication; Finnish understanding is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform R&D, prototype, type, and approval testing across the product lifecycle.
• Prepare and configure drives for testing, including assembly and software setup.
• Use lab equipment to measure and evaluate product behavior.
• Analyze results and collaborate with development engineers to drive improvements.
• Contribute to an Agile Scrum team in developing power conversion products.

Skills

Electrical testing

Lab equipment

Data analysis

English communication

Finnish understanding

Education

BSc or MSc in Electrical Engineering or Automation Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscope

Data loggers

Power analyzers

Acoustic measurement tools

Job description

Segment: Danfoss Power Electronics and Drives Segment

Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering

Work Location Type: On-site

Job Experience Level: Mid-Senior level

Req ID: 51775 Job Location: Vaasa, FI Employment Type: Full Time Segment: Danfoss Power Electronics and Drives Segment Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering Work Location Type: On-site Job Experience Level: Mid-Senior level Job Description

Test Engineer - Product Testing

The Impact You'll Make

Join Danfoss Drives and help ensure the quality, performance, and reliability of the next generation of power conversion technologies. As a Test Engineer, you will play a key role in validating our AC drives, inverters, AFE units, grid converters, and DC-DC converters before they reach customers around the world. This position is centered on product testing and verification in a laboratory environment. You will work hands‑on with prototypes and new product releases, generating the data and insights that support product development and continuous improvement. Working alongside experienced engineers in our world‑class laboratories in Vaasa, you will contribute directly to bringing innovative and energy‑efficient technologies to market while developing your own expertise in power electronics testing.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform R&D, prototype, type, and approval testing throughout the product development lifecycle to validate product performance, quality, and reliability
• Prepare and configure drives for testing, including assembly, software installation, parameter setup, and test environment preparation
• Use laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, data loggers, power analyzers, and acoustic measurement tools to measure and evaluate product behavior
• Analyze test results and collaborate closely with development engineers and fellow test engineers to identify improvements and resolve technical issues
• Contribute as an active member of an Agile Scrum team, supporting the development of innovative power conversion products

What We’re Looking For

• BSc or MSc in Electrical Engineering or Automation Engineeringwith an electrical focus Knowledge ofelectrical safety principles and safe laboratory working practices
• Knowledge of electrical measuring devices and laboratory tools (e.g., oscilloscope, soldering tools, drive drills, etc.) - experience working in atesting laboratory environment is an advantage
• Basic understanding of how to read electrical schematics and circuit diagrams A hands‑on, curious approach with a strong willingness to learn and develop technical expertise in product testing
• Very good communication skills in English and at least a good understanding of Finnish

What You’ll Get from Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance. Your well‑being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
• You’ll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

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.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in areas such as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, marine, and on- and off-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for data centers, renewable energy, energy storage, heat recovery, as well as contribute to district energy solutions for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned and employs over 39,000 people. We create long-term value for our customers in more than 100 countries with a global footprint of around 100 factories.