Engineering Technician III - Test Prototyping Specialist

West Coast Energy Systems; Whitewater (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Life and long-term disability benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

West Coast Energy Systems is seeking an Engineering Technician III to perform electrical, mechanical, and environmental tests on current and new product designs under close supervision. You will contribute to continuous improvement and ensure test requirements are defined and met.

Located onsite in Whitewater, WI, this first-shift role follows a 4-day/10-hour schedule and supports auditing, documentation, and cross-functional projects within a safety-conscious lab environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Certification in UL, CSA or ASE preferred.
• ISO training preferred.
• Proficiency with welding, sheet metal shaping and machining.
• Experience managing projects or contributing to project teams.
• Experience with engine dynamometers or similar testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up test equipment and products according to procedures.
• Test prototypes, existing, and competitor products for mechanical, electrical, environmental, and electromechanical functions per ISO 17025.
• Use measurement devices and interpret readings.
• Assemble and fabricate test equipment per blueprints.
• Follow bill of materials guidelines.
• Support manufacturing through troubleshooting and test-related documentation.
• Prepare formal and informal test reports.
• Assist with Engineering Laboratory audits and 5S programs.

Skills

Excel/Word proficiency

Project management

Communication

Self-motivation

Education

High School Diploma

ASE certification

UL/CSA certification

Tools

Engine dynamometers

Job description

West Coast Energy Systems is seeking an Engineering Technician III to perform electrical, mechanical, and environmental tests on current and new product designs under close supervision. You will contribute to continuous improvement and ensure test requirements are defined and met.

Located onsite in Whitewater, WI, this first-shift role follows a 4-day/10-hour schedule and supports auditing, documentation, and cross-functional projects within a safety-conscious lab environment.