Manufacturing Test Engineer - Automation & Test Systems (Austin)

DeWinter Group; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,104 - 75,768; Full time

Job summary

DeWinter Group in Austin, TX is seeking a Manufacturing Test Engineer to support development, commissioning, and operation of automated testing systems powering energy and cell product lines. This on-site role offers a contract‑to‑hire path with a pay rate of $40–$55 per hour, depending on experience.

You will collaborate with manufacturing, quality, maintenance, and product design to launch new products and scale production, leveraging LabVIEW, Python, C/C++, SQL, and Linux in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or proven hands‑on engineering expertise.
• Practical experience with Linux operating systems.
• Proficiency in LabVIEW, TestStand, Python, C/C++, and SQL.

Responsibilities

• Support troubleshooting and repairs during downtime events to minimize production interruptions.
• Enhance and optimize existing test software by fixing bugs, reducing cycle times, increasing FPY, and improving system robustness.
• Collaborate across cross-functional teams to facilitate new product launches and scale‑up to mass production.
• Support commissioning of new test systems, validate testers, and contribute to the deployment of automated testing solutions.

Skills

LabVIEW

TestStand

Python

C/C++

SQL

Linux

PLC programming

Data analysis

Manufacturing experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Siemens PLCs

Test equipment

Automation systems

Job description

DeWinter Group in Austin, TX is seeking a Manufacturing Test Engineer to support development, commissioning, and operation of automated testing systems powering energy and cell product lines. This on-site role offers a contract‑to‑hire path with a pay rate of $40–$55 per hour, depending on experience.

You will collaborate with manufacturing, quality, maintenance, and product design to launch new products and scale production, leveraging LabVIEW, Python, C/C++, SQL, and Linux in a fast-paced