Lead Test Engineer

Eaton; Moon (VA); Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance (US/PR)

Job summary

Eaton’s Electrical division is hiring a Lead Test Engineer for a hybrid role based in Moon Township, PA. The position offers relocation assistance within the US/PR and a salary range of $97,000–$143,000 per year.

You will lead mechanical and electrical testing development for the Power Components Division, designing test equipment and leading tester development from concept to production launch. This role requires strong problem-solving and leadership across a global team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Five years of experience designing, building, and operating production test equipment as well as software testing.
• Experience with statistical quality tools, such as capability studies and gage R&Rs.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now and in the future.

Responsibilities

• Design and industrialize test and automation processes, equipment, and fixtures for NPD.
• Drive optimization of new and existing testing processes and procedures.
• Develop tester specifications and test procedures; collaborate with suppliers on test equipment design and construction.
• Set-up and validate new test equipment and drive tester readiness for production.
• Assure test equipment meets expected performance; support troubleshooting and tester-related yield issues.
• Create and deploy testing related Standard Work and training.
• Develop and mentor plant Test Engineering leads. Identify resource and equipment gaps.
• Lead business case development for new test equipment and improvement projects.
• Manage capital expenditures and forecasts for NPD test equipment.

Skills

NI LabVIEW

TestStand

Test scripts

Electrical safety

Mechanical safety

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Electronics, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Eaton’s Electrical division is currently seeking a Lead Test Engineer to join our team. This hybrid position that is based out of our Moon Township, PA Eaton location and offers benefits from day one. Relocation assistance will be provided within the US/PR.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $97000 - $143000 a year.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What You’ll Do

We are seeking an innovative problem-solver to lead mechanical and electrical testing development for the Power Components Division. You will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic global team to design and improve test equipment and capabilities. You will lead tester development activities for new product introduction projects and experience the excitement of bringing new products to life from design concept through to production launch.

The Industrialization Test Engineer is a specialized professional with electrical, automation and programming skills to lead tester development and validation for new product launches and other division led product testing related projects. The role is responsible for writing test specifications, for the execution of complex assembly test and diagnostics for new equipment purchased for new products, and for providing trouble-shooting support for PCD test equipment. The Test Engineer will collaborate with other functions and suppliers to assure test equipment meets engineering requirements and can be delivered on-time while meeting safety, quality, and cost expectations.

Essential Functions

• Design and industrialize test and automation processes, equipment, and fixtures for NPD.
• Drive optimization of new and existing testing processes and procedures.
• Develop tester specifications and test procedures; collaborate with suppliers on test equipment design and construction.
• Set-up and validate new test equipment and drive tester readiness for production.
• Assure test equipment meets expected performance; support troubleshooting and tester-related yield issues.
• Create and deploy testing related Standard Work and training.
• Develop and mentor plant Test Engineering leads. Identify resource and equipment gaps.
• Lead business case development for new test equipment and improvement projects.
• Manage capital expenditures and forecasts for NPD test equipment.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Five years of experience in designing, building, and operating production test equipment as well as software testing.
• Experience with statistical quality tools, such as, capability studies and gage R&Rs.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now and in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electronics, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Six Sigma Greenbelt or Blackbelt certification.
• Experience in new product development and industrialization.
• Experience working in or with Plant Operations.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, quality management processes, and project management.
• Experience with industrial circuit breakers and switchgear.

Skills

• Ability to work independently and with a team to meet deadlines.
• Competence in NI LabVIEW, TestStand, and test scripts.
• Electrical and Mechanical safety knowledge.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical individuals.
• Ability to lead teams.

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