Associate Test Engineer

KONE; Allen (TX); On-site; USD 77,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401K Employer Match

Health, dental and vision insurance

Flexible work schedule

Paid time off

Job summary

KONE is seeking an Associate Test Engineer in the United States to support production testers, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions. You will lead testing tasks, document root causes, and drive first-pass yield improvements in a manufacturing setting.

The role emphasizes training, cross-functional collaboration, and CR milestone testing while contributing to overall quality, safety, and efficiency in a large global elevator company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in science in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Engineering or Engineering Technology.
• Equivalent work experience in manufacturing as a tester with troubleshooting responsibilities (7–10 years).
• With degree: 0–2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment; Non-degreed: 7–10 years.
• Electrical system troubleshooting with meter readings; reading/ editing electrical drawings.
• Preferred: Elevator system knowledge; PicoScope or similar data collection; basic programming in C# / C++.

Responsibilities

• Support production testers with troubleshooting and root cause correction.
• Document issues and propose corrective actions and Poka-yoke improvements.
• Monitor station productivity and drive continuous improvement tasks.
• Lead tester maintenance and update drawings for documentation accuracy.
• Train testers on best practices and system knowledge; support prototypes and CR milestones.
• Execute manufacturing testing tasks for CR milestones and strategic orders.
• Complete quality CIT assignments and assist quality audits.

Skills

Electrical System Troubleshooting

Relay Logic

C# / C++ programming

Test technician mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s in Computer Engineering

Engineering Technology with experience

Tools

Electrical drawings

Job description

KONE, founded in 1910, is one of the largest, award-winning elevator companies in the world and our offering for employees is as competitive as our offering for customers. Not only do we provide highly competitive salaries, company vehicles for specific roles, and world‑class benefits for our salaried employees - we also pride ourselves on our culture and principles. Innovation, sustainability, collaboration, and ethical business practices are just some of the pillars that we use to define our own success. Come join our family in KONE Americas to be a part of something big!

As Associate Test Engineer, you will be responsible for:

JOB DUTIES

Support Production Testers to provide Business Continuity

• Provide additional Troubleshooting expertise to test technicians.
• Document issues in production and create root cause corrective actions.
• Identify upstream locations where errors occur and propose Poka-yoke process improvements

Continuous Improvement Mentality / Zero defect Culture

• Monitor test station productivity (time-based process requirements)
• Execute and Document Productivity Improvements
• Execute First Pass Yield continuous improvement tasks

Tester Maintenance

• Review top 3 tester downtime causes per month and propose, execute and document countermeasures and corrective actions.
• Develop and Execute Tester Maintenance program.
• Review / Update Drawings to support documentation accuracy

Leading / Teaching Test Technicians

• Provide Training to testers on best practices and system knowledge to promote development in test team.CR Implementation
• Execute manufacturing Testing Tasks for CR milestones.
• Provide Support to Prototype and Pilot Orders

CR Implementation

• Execute manufacturing Testing Tasks for CR milestones.
• Provide Support to Prototype and Pilot Orders

Additional Responsibilities

• Complete Quality CIT assignments
• Support Quality Audits
• Supporting EVC process issues

HIRING REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s in science in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Engineering or Engineering Technology
• Education Equivalent Work Experience (7-10 Years working in a manufacturing environment as a tester with troubleshooting responsibilities)
• With Degree - 0-2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
• Non-Degreed - 7-10 Years working in a manufacturing environment

Required

• Electrical System Trouble Shooting (working with an Volt / Amp Meter)
• Electrical Drawing Read / Write / Edit Capability
• 24vdc/ 120vac / 240vac / 208vac / 480vac / 400vac (Europe) circuit understanding
• Relay Logic Experience

Preferred

• Elevator system / code knowledge
• Electrical Data Collection (i.e. PicoScope)
• C# / C++ Programing a plus
• Continuous Improvement Mentality / Zero defect Culture
• Hi-pot Test Experience

About KONE

At KONE, we foster an innovative and collaborative culture, valuing each individual's contribution. Employee engagement and sustainability are key focuses, promoting ethical practices and mutual respect. We're proud to offer experiences and opportunities to help you achieve career and personal goals while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

We hire individuals who value culture because we believe culture drives innovation

• We value your authentic self.
• Collaborative, creative, and supportive work environment.
• Passionate about safety, quality, and innovation
• We care about the communities where we live and work.

Just some of our many benefits include

• Competitive salary
• Flexible work schedule
• Opportunities to learn and grow
• 401K Employer Match
• 401k Employer Non-elective Contribution
• Well-being Program
• Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Digital Health Solutions & Telehealth
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Family & Medical Leave
• Parental Leave
• Leave to Care for a Domestic Partner
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Company Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Buy-Up Long-term Disability
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity & Accident Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Insurance
• KONE Credit Union
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Benefits

Annual Base Pay Range

The hiring range for this role is $77,040.00 – $105,930.00 USD. The compensation package offered will depend on their ability to meet the requirements of the role and a range of factors unique to each candidate, including their skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and location.

Variable Compensation

KONE Annual Bonus plan at 5% Target Incentive based on achievement of company goals and individual goals.

Come share your passion and energy to make a positive impact at KONE for our customers and your career!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.