Connected Solutions Test Engineer, Electrical

Logisnext Americas Inc.; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid Vacation & holidays

401k plan with company match

Employee discounts

Job summary

Logisnext Americas Inc. is seeking an experienced test engineer to own connected solutions electrical testing and evaluation across Telematics, RTLS, UWB/BLE, RFID, and wireless control systems.

You will coordinate DFMEA, test plans, execution, and data analysis with engineering, firmware, and production teams. The role includes bench, HIL, and vehicle-level testing, issue troubleshooting, and 25% travel between Houston and Marengo.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 3+ years of test engineering experience in a major OEM.
• Working knowledge of sensor selection for testing and electrical circuit design/analysis.
• Experience with CANBus protocols and CAN data collection/analysis.
• Experience with testing/validation of wireless or connected systems.
• Experience with oscilloscopes, power supplies, and signal generators.

Responsibilities

• Test Planning & Design: Develop or refine test procedures and test cases for defined subsystems and features.
• System & Subsystem Testing: Execute manual and semi-automated tests at bench, HIL, and vehicle level.
• Validation & Compliance: Support validation campaigns and test readiness reviews.
• Current Product Support: Reproduce issues, collect diagnostic data, and collaborate on corrective actions.
• Supplier & Stakeholder Interaction: Participate in technical reviews with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Job description

About Us

Logisnext Americas Inc. has supported customers for more than 100 years as a technology-driven forklift manufacturer. In addition to being a forklift manufacturer, we are also a total solutions provider offering scalable products and services from material handling and automation to extensive fleet support.

About The Role

Responsible for Connected solutions electrical testing and evaluation. Support the development and implementation of testing for existing and next-generation/emerging connected/Telematics systems, antenna performance, RTLS, UWB/BLE, and RFID technologies. The position also involves testing of various operator-assist functionalities, controllers, and production-ready wireless solutions. Coordinate activities among engineering, firmware/software teams, energy storage solutions team, and truck development teams. Lead and coordinate DFMEA creation, test plan drafting, test execution, and data analysis. Troubleshooting, issue tracking, and resolution of any current or future system-related field service requests.

What You Will Do

• Test Planning & Design:
  • Develop or refine test procedures and test cases for defined subsystems and features. Ensure test coverage aligns with requirements and system use cases
• System & Subsystem Testing:
  • Execute manual and semi-automated tests at the bench, HIL, and vehicle level. Capture logs and data; ensure tests are run accurately and efficiently
• Validation & Compliance:
  • Support validation campaigns to confirm compliance with internal standards, customer requirements, and applicable regulations. Assist in test readiness reviews
• Current Product Support:
  • Support root-cause investigations for field or plant issues. Reproduce issues, collect diagnostic data, and collaborate with development teams on corrective actions
• Supplier & Stakeholder Interaction:
  • Participate in technical reviews with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Provide feedback on testability, test results, and observed issues

When & Where

• 25% travel (Houston to Marengo or vice versa)
• The work is primarily done in an office environment with other work locations including the development lab, the manufacturing line, and field locations such as customer facilities. Microsoft Office suite of tools, along with data analysis software.

Qualifications

What you need to have:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, or related field of study)
• 3+ years of experience in test engineering roles in a major OEM (Material handling or others). System-level test experience preferred.
• Must possess a working knowledge of sensor selection for testing, proficiency in electrical circuit design, and analysis.
• Working knowledge of control systems and electrical subsystems. Experience with CANBus protocols and testing.
• Collection and analysis of CAN data using tools such as P-CAN, CANalyzer, etc.
• Experience with testing and/or validation of wireless or connected systems
• Should have experience with electrical instruments such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, and signal generators.
• Experienced in creating and reviewing test cases, conducting testing, and developing project schedules that account for timelines, manpower, and resources.

What Would Be Nice To Have

• Experience with n-Code, MATLAB, or other data processing software
• Experience with testing controllers, motor drivers, or similar electro-mechanical components is highly preferred
• Experience in system-level, component-level, environmental testing, and board-level electrical test characterization is preferred
• Experience with testing object detection technologies
• Experience with electrical and firmware/ software testing, troubleshooting, and issue resolution
• Understanding of the design of experiments, accelerated life testing principles, product life cycles, and the application of relevant test methodologies

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Paid Holidays
• Profit Sharing Opportunities
• Flexible Spending and HSA Accounts
• 401k with automatic company contribution and company match
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life, Dependent Life, and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (Includes 6-8 weeks of maternity leave and 5 days of paternity leave)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• On-site fitness center (Houston)
• On-the-job training and development

The salary for this position ranges from $80,000 to $110,000 annually. The specific salary for a successful candidate will depend upon, among other legitimate factors, education, training, and/or experience.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled