Manufacturing Test Engineer

KMC Controls - Engineering Co Inc; New Paris (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

KMC Controls is seeking a Manufacturing Test Engineer to develop and validate production test methods and equipment for building automation products. You will work with Manufacturing Engineering, Product Engineering, Quality, and Production to ensure consistent testing and inspection in the manufacturing environment.

The role emphasizes test development, fixture maintenance, and data-driven improvements to increase first-pass yield and minimize defects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering or related field with 2 years of related experience.
• Experience in electronics manufacturing, production testing, process validation, test fixture development, or NPI preferred.
• Experience with test fixtures and data collection.
• Ability to read schematics and engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with LabVIEW, Python, C#, SQL, or PLCs is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute manufacturing test and validation plans for new and modified products, processes, equipment, fixtures, tooling, and test systems.
• Design and document manual, automated, and semi-automated production test procedures for various product types.
• Develop test requirements, acceptance criteria, and test cases from specs and quality standards.
• Verify product functionality, electrical performance, and communication requirements.
• Support production testing of BACnet, Modbus, Ethernet, wireless, and other communication technologies.
• Maintain test fixtures, programming stations, automated test systems, and data-collection methods.
• Perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions with cross-functional teams.
• Participate in design reviews, manufacturing readiness reviews, and NPI activities.
• Maintain manufacturing test procedures, validation reports, and ISO 9001 documentation.
• Analyze test data and process capability to identify improvements.

Skills

Windows & Office

Electrical test equipment

Production test equipment

Networking protocols

Test automation tools

Electronics and test software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Category Engineering

Description

SUMMARY

The Manufacturing Test Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, validating, and maintaining production test methods, equipment, fixtures, software, and processes used to verify the quality, functionality, performance, and reliability of KMC Controls products.

This position works closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Product Engineering, Quality, Production, Electronics, Firmware Development, and Technical Support to ensure products can be assembled, programmed, tested, and inspected consistently in the manufacturing environment.

The Manufacturing Test Engineer supports new product introduction, investigates production and test failures, and drives improvements that increase first-pass yield, reduce defects, and strengthen manufacturing capability.

Position Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and execute manufacturing test and validation plans for new and modified products, processes, equipment, fixtures, tooling, and test systems.
• Design, develop, implement, and document manual, automated, and semi-automated production test procedures for electronic, electromechanical, pneumatic, and building automation products.
• Develop test requirements, acceptance criteria, and test cases from engineering specifications, controlled drawings, bills of material, product requirements, and quality standards.
• Verify product functionality, electrical performance, communication, sensor accuracy, actuator operation, output performance, and other applicable product requirements.
• Support production testing of BACnet, Modbus, Ethernet, wireless, and other communication technologies incorporated into KMC Controls products.
• Design, improve, and maintain test fixtures, programming stations, automated test systems, test software, scripts, interfaces, and data-collection methods.
• Identify, document, investigate, prioritize, and track manufacturing process failures, product defects, and test system issues.
• Perform root‑cause analysis and work with engineering, quality, and production personnel to implement and verify corrective and preventive actions.
• Participate in design reviews, manufacturing readiness reviews, process risk assessments, and new product introduction activities.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing test procedures, validation reports, engineering studies, work instructions, and records required by the ISO 9001 quality management system.
• Analyze production test data, first‑pass yield, scrap, rework, defect trends, and process capability to identify improvement opportunities.
• Verify the accuracy, repeatability, reproducibility, and reliability of production test equipment and inspection methods.
• Maintain production test equipment, fixtures, calibration records, test environments, and related technical documentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on testing efficiency, automation, quality, safety, throughput, and manufacturing reliability.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering and Production to support product launches, process changes, equipment qualification, and operator training.
• Provide technical support during manufacturing investigations, returned‑product evaluations, and customer issue resolution when production or testing concerns are suspected.
• Stay current on manufacturing test methods, automated testing technologies, statistical tools, electronics manufacturing practices, and building automation technologies.
• The responsibility and authority to stop or elevate any manufacturing or testing activity that could compromise product quality, employee safety, regulatory compliance, or customer satisfaction.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities. The employee may provide technical direction, training, and support to production employees, technicians, and other team members involved in manufacturing test activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field and 2 years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in electronics manufacturing, production testing, process validation, test fixture development, or new product introduction is preferred.

COMPUTER, TEST, AND TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows, Excel, and other Microsoft Office applications is required.
• Experience using electrical and electronic test equipment such as digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, signal generators, communication analyzers, and data‑acquisition systems is preferred.
• Experience with production test equipment, test fixtures, automated or semi‑automated test systems, and manufacturing data collection is preferred.
• Experience with networking and communication technologies, including UDP, TCP/IP, LAN, WLAN, BACnet, Modbus, or related protocols, is beneficial.
• Familiarity with LabVIEW, Python, C#, SQL, programmable logic controllers, or similar test automation technologies is beneficial.
• Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, sensors, electronic components, electromechanical products, computer hardware, and manufacturing test software is required.

ATTENTION TO DETAIL

This position requires the ability to perform production testing and evaluate test results with a high level of precision, consistency, and repeatability. Strong attention to detail is required when developing test methods, analyzing failures, and maintaining controlled documentation.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, product specifications, technical procedures, quality standards, and governmental regulations. Ability to write test procedures, validation reports, work instructions, technical summaries, and professional correspondence. Ability to effectively present technical information in one‑on‑one and group situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define technical problems, collect and analyze relevant data, establish facts, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions. Ability to carry out detailed written or oral instructions and evaluate problems involving multiple variables in manufacturing and test environments.

The ability to apply engineering principles, established requirements, and sound judgment to specific manufacturing and product test problems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, and walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee may occasionally be required to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or work around production equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Position Manufacturing Test Engineer

Number of Openings 1

Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt

Location Kreuter Engineering Co Inc

About the Organization For over 50 years, KMC Controls has helped facilities achieve higher levels of energy efficiency and indoor environmental quality by automating and controlling building systems.

KMC Controls is an independent American manufacturer of building automation solutions for system integrators, system distributors, and OEM partners.

KMC is dedicated to:

Building automation solutions that are easy to purchase, install, and use

Providing open, secure, and scalable systems

Facilitating reductions of energy consumption and operating costs

Increasing occupant comfort and productivity

Our Mission

Innovative and intuitive solutions; responsive and supportive people.

Our Vision

KMC Controls will provide innovative, easy‑to‑use building management and automation solutions. We will be known for our market focus, creativity, and dedicated, passionate employees.

Made in the USA

KMC Controls building automation devices are designed and manufactured in the U.S.A. under the ISO-9001: 2008 registered quality system. KMC partners enjoy a comprehensive 5-year product warranty and unparalleled post-sales support.

This position is currently accepting applications.