Engine Test Technician - Electrical

Jobvite, Inc.; Waukesha, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

INNIO Group in Waukesha, WI invites applications for an Engine Test Technician – Electrical to work with Jenbacher gas engines, electrical controls, instrumentation, and test‑cell equipment. You will prepare engines for testing, support startup, and monitor test cycles to ensure safety, performance, and quality.

This role offers hands‑on testing experience, with opportunities to travel for international training.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent hands-on experience in electrical/electronics/mechatronics/automation.
• Experience with industrial electrical systems, controls, automation, engines, generators, or test equipment.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engines, controls, instrumentation, and test-cell equipment for testing.
• Load control software and configure system parameters; support engine startup.

Skills

Electrical systems

Wiring diagrams

PLC controls

Diagnostics with DMM

Troubleshooting

Safety & quality

Education

Associate degree

Technical training

Tools

Digital multimeters

Job description

About INNIO Group

INNIOGroupis aglobaldistributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable, flexible, transient, decentralized,modularand efficient power.Witha track recordofinnovation, INNIO designs, manufactures and services high‑performance power systemsunder its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands.The company delivers power for applications including data centers, microgrids, grid stabilization, industrialenergyand gas compression.

INNIO operates a global installed baseacross approximately100 countriesas of December 31, 2025, supported by a resilient, high‑margin services business that delivers long‑term, recurring revenues across the full equipment lifecycle. As electricity demand accelerates—driven by AI,electrificationand grid constraints—INNIO enables scalable, behind‑the‑meter power generation with high efficiency, fast start capability, strongtransientperformanceand fuel flexibility, including hydrogen‑ready solutions. INNIO employsover5,000 people worldwide and is committed to moving energy forward.

Your Future at INNIO Group

At INNIO, we’re driving innovative energy solutions for data center power infrastructure, distributed power generation, and compression applications. With increasing energy demand, INNIO’s solutions are in high demand. To meet this need, INNIO is growing and increasing the utilization of its Waukesha site. This expansion represents a clear signal of innovation and local growth—and you can be part of it.

Join INNIO’s growing Jenbacher operation in Waukesha and help launch our brand-new engine test facility. As an Engine Test Technician – Electrical, you will work hands‑on with Jenbacher gas engines, electrical controls, instrumentation, and test‑cell equipment. You will prepare engines for testing, support engine startup, monitor engines through test cycles, troubleshoot electrical and controls‑related issues, and help ensure every engine meets performance, safety, and quality standards.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare engines, controls, instrumentation, and test‑cell equipment for testing
• Perform electrical inspections and verify wiring, sensors, control panels, and connections
• Connect engines to test‑cell electrical, controls, and instrumentation systems
• Load control software and configure approved system parameters
• Support engine startup and operate engines through defined test cycles
• Monitor engine performance, electrical parameters, alarms, controls, and test data
• Troubleshoot electrical, controls, instrumentation, and test‑cell issues
• Read and use electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and diagnostic information
• Complete test records, troubleshooting documentation, and acceptance results
• Help establish and improve testing processes as our new Waukesha operation grows

What We’re Looking For

• Associate degree, apprenticeship, military technical training, or equivalent hands‑on experience in electrical, electronics, mechatronics, automation, or related field
• Experience with industrial electrical systems, controls, automation, engines, generators, test equipment, or similar machinery
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Knowledge of PLC‑based controls, sensors, and instrumentation
• Experience using electrical diagnostic equipment such as digital multimeters
• Strong electrical troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Strong commitment to safety and quality
• Experience with gas engines, generators, power‑generation equipment, test cells, dynamometers, industrial controls, or equipment commissioning is a plus.

International Training Opportunity

As part of the startup of our new Jenbacher operation, team members in this role will have the opportunity to complete hands‑on training at our Jenbacher operation in Jenbach, Austria. Training includes company‑paid airfare, housing, transportation, and per diem.

Additional Information

• Location: Waukesha, Wisconsin
• Schedule: First shift, Monday through Friday. Potential for second shift opportunities in the future.
• Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.