Engineering Test Technician

ManpowerGroup; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup's client in New Berlin, WI seeks a Test Technician to join the Engineering Test Laboratory supporting Product Development, Test Engineering, and Certification Teams. You will troubleshoot, assemble prototypes, and perform verification testing to ensure compliance.

The ideal candidate has an associate or bachelor degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with relevant lab experience, strong instrumentation knowledge, and the ability to document results clearly.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with 5+ years of related experience, or Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience performing electrical, electronic, or product validation testing in a laboratory environment.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory instrumentation, electrical circuits, schematics, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Working knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and their operation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and technical documentation/report writing.

Responsibilities

• Support design engineers with prototype assembly, component evaluation, and product verification testing.
• Execute electrical and electronic product testing according to engineering specifications, industry standards, and compliance requirements.
• Perform UL, CSA, and IEC certification testing, analyze results, and prepare detailed technical reports.
• Design, build, troubleshoot, and maintain test setups, fixtures, and laboratory equipment.
• Collect and interpret test data using oscilloscopes, DMMs, power meters, LabVIEW systems, and other laboratory instrumentation.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Lab instrumentation

Documentation

Electrical testing

Education

Associate degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

DMMs

LabVIEW

Power meters

Job description

Our client, a global leader in industrial automation and electrification solutions, is seeking a Test Technician to join their team. As a Test Technician, you will be part of the Engineering Test Laboratory supporting Product Development, Test Engineering, and Certification Teams. The ideal candidate will have strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title

Test Technician

Location

New Berlin, WI

Duration

12-Month Contract-to-Hire (CTH)

Pay Range

$39.00 - $41.00/hour

What’s the Job?

• Support design engineers with prototype assembly, component evaluation, and product verification testing.
• Execute electrical and electronic product testing according to engineering specifications, industry standards, and compliance requirements.
• Perform UL, CSA, and IEC certification testing, analyze results, and prepare detailed technical reports.
• Design, build, troubleshoot, and maintain test setups, fixtures, and laboratory equipment.
• Collect and interpret test data using oscilloscopes, DMMs, power meters, LabVIEW systems, and other laboratory instrumentation.

What’s Needed?

• Associate degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with 5+ years of related experience, or Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience performing electrical, electronic, or product validation testing in a laboratory environment.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory instrumentation, electrical circuits, schematics, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Working knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and their operation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and technical documentation/report writing.

What’s in it for me?

• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge industrial automation and drive technologies.
• Contract-to-hire position with long-term career growth potential.
• Hands-on experience with certified testing and industry compliance standards.
• Collaborative engineering environment supporting innovative product development.
• Competitive pay rate and exposure to global engineering projects and technologies.