Manufacturing Test Engineer

Advanced Energy Management Limited; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Parental leave

401(k) match

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Advanced Energy is a global leader in precision power conversion and control solutions, headquartered in Denver, CO. The Manufacturing & Test Engineer will develop and sustain manufacturing and test processes for electro‑mechanical and electronic products, designing and supporting test systems, and driving data‑driven improvements across product lifecycles.

The role emphasizes creating robust test solutions, performing DOE and process capability analyses, and collaborating with product design,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Experience with DOE and data-driven problem solving (8D, SPC, Cpk).
• Experience supporting production test systems and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and optimize production line capacity, driving yield, quality, and cost improvements across units.
• Monitor daily manufacturing and test performance; resolve issues and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and sustain manufacturing and test processes, including fixtures, test equipment, and diagnostic tools.
• Create and execute test plans, procedures, and automated test programs to validate functionality and reliability.
• Analyze data to drive improvements in manufacturability and testability.

Skills

Problem solving

Test instrumentation

Fixtures & tooling

DOE experience

DOE, SPC, Cpk

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional communication

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelors in Electrical/Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Eng

Tools

C#

NI LabVIEW

Job description

Company Overview

Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission‑critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

Why Be a Part of Advanced Energy?

Some people say it’s like working in the best of two worlds. We operate like an agile, growing, small company – you can see your work make a difference to the company every day. Things move quickly and you can see and feel it. At the same time, we’re a global company founded in 1981 and have been publicly traded for more than 28 years. We have a strong cash position, deep trust and partnership with leading customers, a global best‑in‑class operations capability, and a proven leadership team. We have a track record and resources to make things happen both organically and inorganically. Being part of a nimble company with a solid foundation attracts team members that are capable, driven and ready for a challenge. Our employees collaborate and know how to have fun inventing, working, building and winning together. At our core, we are Advanced Energy – powering the future, together.

Position Summary

The Manufacturing & Test Engineer is responsible for developing, improving, and sustaining both manufacturing and test processes for electro‑mechanical and electronic products. This role focuses on increasing production efficiency, ensuring product quality, and creating robust, scalable test solutions. The engineer designs and supports test systems, analyzes production and test data, troubleshoots issues across manufacturing and test environments, and collaborates closely with product design, quality, and operations teams. The role requires strong problem‑solving skills, the ability to make data‑driven decisions, and the capability to support continuous improvement across the product lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Plan and optimize production line capacity, driving yield, quality, and cost improvements across multiple business units.
• Monitor daily manufacturing and test performance, resolve issues quickly, and implement corrective and preventive actions based on data and quality feedback.
• Develop, improve, and sustain manufacturing and test processes, including designing and maintaining test equipment, fixtures, and diagnostic tools.
• Create and execute test plans, procedures, and automated test programs to validate product functionality, performance, and reliability.
• Estimate project costs and schedules for manufacturing and test process changes or new test solutions.
• Ensure products meet all functional and manufacturing requirements through design verification, manufacturing screens, and process capability analysis.
• Analyze manufacturing and test system performance, control critical process parameters, and implement improvements to enhance robustness and efficiency.
• Partner with product design teams to ensure manufacturability, testability, and alignment with cost, quality, and operational objectives.
• Perform Design for Manufacturability and Design for Test (DFM/DFT) evaluations and provide actionable feedback during product development.
• Create, maintain, and control manufacturing and test documentation within AE’s Quality Management System (QMS), including Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
• Support preventative maintenance activities for manufacturing and test equipment to maximize uptime and performance.
• Lead or participate in continuous improvement initiatives leveraging structured problem‑solving tools and statistical methods (e.g., SPC, Cpk, 8D).
• Train operators, technicians, and production staff on manufacturing processes, equipment operation, test procedures, and process improvements.
• Communicate findings, improvements, and cross‑functional impacts to engineering, operations, service, and leadership teams.

Work Environment

• Work occurs in office, electronics lab, and manufacturing environments.
• Occasional travel to domestic or international manufacturing or development sites may be required (initial travel up to 50%, decreasing significantly in subsequent years).

Qualifications

• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to methodically address complex technical issues.
• Comfortable operating a wide range of electronic and production test instrumentation.
• Ability to design fixtures and tooling for manufacturing and test applications.
• Experience developing and executing Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Proficient with data‑driven problem‑solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, SPC, Cpk).
• Ability to independently troubleshoot equipment, processes, and test failures.
• Skilled at communicating and influencing cross‑functional stakeholders and vendors.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.

Experience

• 1–5 years of engineering experience in manufacturing, test engineering, product engineering, or related roles.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues using structured methods.
• Experience with process capability analysis (Cpk) and statistical process control (SPC).
• Experience supporting production test systems and instrumentation.
• Proficiency in C#, NI LabVIEW, or similar test automation environments.
• Knowledge of metrology and calibration methods for power or electrical measurements.
• Experience in 17025 accredited lab procedures (calibration or testing).
• Familiarity with switch mode power supplies, RF matching networks, or power delivery systems.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Advanced coursework or certifications in test engineering, automation, or quality engineering are a plus.

Compensation

As required by multiple state pay transparency laws, Advanced Energy provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. The range of starting pay for this role is $75,000 to $105,000 per year.

Benefits

• Medical – multiple medical plans are available to choose from.
• Short and long‑term disability and life insurance.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick time, and 12 paid holidays.
• 8 hours of paid volunteer time off.
• 8 weeks of paid parental leave for both Moms and Dads.
• Company matched 401(k).
• Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs.
• Other voluntary benefits include critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identity theft, and legal assistance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application process for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance in completing an Advanced Energy application, please reach out to [e-mail].

Location

Colorado Office Only.

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted through 7/31/2026. The company reserves the right to review applications at any point after they are submitted.