Industrial Test Engineer

Ralliant; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Ralliant is seeking a Test/Industrial Engineer to design and optimize manufacturing test systems, processes, and documentation for high-quality electrical products in Fairport, NY. You will partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations to drive productivity and reliability.

The role emphasizes leading improvements, performing time studies, and supporting new product introductions while ensuring manufacturability and testability across production lines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, test engineering, or process engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience developing manufacturing test systems, fixtures, and production processes.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with statistical analysis, root cause analysis, and process capability studies.
• Familiarity with PLCs, automation, data acquisition systems, or manufacturing software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, validate, and maintain manufacturing test processes, fixtures, and automated test equipment.
• Develop manufacturing processes, work instructions, and standard operating procedures for new and existing products.
• Analyze production workflows and implement process improvements that increase productivity, reduce waste, and improve quality.
• Perform time studies, capacity analysis, line balancing, and ergonomic assessments to optimize manufacturing operations.
• Support new product introduction by ensuring products are manufacturable and testable.
• Investigate production and test failures using root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Partner with Quality to support CAPA, PFMEA, control plans, and process validation activities.
• Develop and track KPIs related to yield, throughput, cycle time, and equipment effectiveness.
• Collaborate with design engineering to improve product design for manufacturability and testability.
• Support equipment selection, installation, qualification, and preventive maintenance.
• Create and maintain technical documentation including process flows, test procedures, and manufacturing instructions.
• Leverage AI-enabled tools where appropriate to improve engineering analysis, documentation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Manufacturing test systems

Process improvement

Root cause analysis

Time studies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

PLCs

Automation

Data acquisition systems

Manufacturing software

Job description

On-Site

Role: Test/Industrial Engineer

Location: Fairport, NY

This is an outstanding place to work!

It all starts with the people. You will love working with colleagues who have a genuine desire to innovate and solve complex problems. We come to work every day striving to make the organization better than it was the day before-asking tough questions, pushing boundaries, and supporting each other in an environment that values authenticity, clarity, inclusion, and diversity. Qualitrol associates enjoy the autonomy, breadth of responsibility, and creativity typical of a medium-sized company, while benefiting from the resources, standard methodologies, and career opportunities of a Fortune 500 organization like Ralliant.

Your Impact

As a Test / Industrial Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring Qualitrol's products are manufactured with the highest levels of quality, reliability, and efficiency. You will develop and optimize manufacturing test systems, production processes, and continuous improvement initiatives that support the delivery of industry-leading monitoring and protection solutions for critical electrical infrastructure. Working closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations, you will drive improvements in manufacturability, testability, productivity, and operational excellence while supporting new product introductions and sustaining existing product lines.

Here's Where You'll Demonstrate Your Proficiency

• Design, develop, validate, and maintain manufacturing test processes, fixtures, and automated test equipment.
• Develop manufacturing processes, work instructions, and standard operating procedures for new and existing products.
• Analyze production workflows and implement process improvements that increase productivity, reduce waste, and improve quality.
• Perform time studies, capacity analysis, line balancing, and ergonomic assessments to optimize manufacturing operations.
• Support new product introduction by ensuring products are manufacturable and testable.
• Investigate production and test failures using root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Partner with Quality to support CAPA, PFMEA, control plans, and process validation activities.
• Develop and track KPIs related to yield, throughput, cycle time, and equipment effectiveness.
• Collaborate with design engineering to improve product design for manufacturability and testability.
• Support equipment selection, installation, qualification, and preventive maintenance.
• Create and maintain technical documentation including process flows, test procedures, and manufacturing instructions.
• Leverage AI-enabled tools where appropriate to improve engineering analysis, documentation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.

The Successful Candidate Will Demonstrate the Following Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, test engineering, or process engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience developing manufacturing test systems, fixtures, and production processes.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with statistical analysis, root cause analysis, and process capability studies.
• Familiarity with PLCs, automation, data acquisition systems, or manufacturing software is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Experience using ERP/MES systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Exposure to AI tools and technologies to improve engineering workflows, documentation, testing, and data analysis.
• Commitment to safety, quality, continuous learning, and operational excellence.

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Ralliant Corporation Overview

Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life - faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we're building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.

About Qualitrol

QUALITROL manufactures monitoring and protection devices for high value electrical assets and OEM manufacturing companies. Established in 1945, QUALITROL produces thousands of diffe