Electrical Test Engineer

Hitachi Energy; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for continuous learning

Career growth and skill development

Collaborative and inclusive environment

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Factory Electrical Test Engineer in Virginia, MN, to ensure products meet high safety, quality, and performance standards. This role involves planning, executing, and analyzing testing activities while collaborating with cross-functional teams and technical specialists to improve testing processes and drive operational excellence.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least two years of relevant experience, demonstrating strong knowledge of testing standards and excellent problem-solving skills. Join us to influence product reliability and enhance customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in testing or quality within manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of testing standards and regulatory requirements (IEC, IEEE, ISO).
• Experience with data analysis and reporting of test results.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate testing activities based on engineering and customer requirements.
• Execute and oversee product testing to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
• Analyze test data, document results, and prepare detailed reports.

Skills

Testing standards knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field

Job description

Opportunity

Step into a role where precision meets innovation. As a Factory Electrical Test Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring products meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance before reaching customers. This position offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, and customer collaboration—bringing technical expertise to life in a dynamic factory setting.

You will lead the full lifecycle of testing activities, from planning and setup to execution, analysis, and reporting. Throughout, you’ll partner with cross‑functional teams, customers, and technical specialists to solve complex challenges, improve testing processes, and drive operational excellence. This is more than a testing role—it’s a chance to influence product reliability, enhance customer satisfaction, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that shape the future of manufacturing.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Plan and coordinate testing activities based on engineering and customer requirements
• Execute and oversee product testing to ensure compliance with specifications and standards
• Analyze test data, document results, and prepare detailed reports
• Investigate test failures and perform root cause analysis
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, quality, and safety standards (IEC, IEEE, ISO)
• Maintain and manage test equipment, including calibration and proper usage
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to drive improvements in quality and performance
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and optimize testing processes

Responsibilities

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in testing or quality within manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of testing standards and regulatory requirements (IEC, IEEE, ISO)
• Experience with data analysis and reporting of test results
• Proven problem‑solving skills with the ability to conduct failure analysis
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across diverse teams

About the Company

• Be part of a global organization driving innovation in sustainable energy solutions
• Access opportunities for continuous learning, career growth, and skill development
• Work in a collaborative, inclusive environment focused on safety, quality, and impact