Manufacturing Test Engineer - Electrical

WCL Group; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

WCL Group seeks a Manufacturing Test Engineer - Electrical for an on-site position in Findlay Township, PA. You will test Solar Inverters, Reservoir Inverter Units, Solar Power Stations, and Reservoir Storage Units to ensure they meet quality and functional requirements following IEC and UL standards.

Responsibilities include creating test plans, documenting results, calibrating instruments, and collaborating with design engineers to prevent testing failures while keeping EHS compliance in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.
• 4+ years of inverter testing experience.
• Proficiency with IEC and UL standards and electrical test instruments.

Responsibilities

• Drive product quality improvements by identifying manufacturing issues and developing test system solutions.
• Troubleshoot inverter and power station testing issues with technical expertise.
• Develop test plans and write routine reports to document results.

Skills

Inverter testing

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

English communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Project coordination

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Voltage/current probes

Electrical test instruments

Job description

CLIENT HIGHLIGHT

The client you will be working for is a Fortune 500 Energy and Industrial Technology Company. This opportunity will give you experience in the energy transition sector with a company that is a globally recognized leader in power generation, wind energy, electrification, and grid solutions — and one of the most storied industrial brands in the world.

LOCATION

Findlay Township, PA, 15126

COMPENSATION

$40-47 per hour

SCHEDULE

100% onsite, Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week

Working hours: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, with a morning meeting at 7:00 AM sharp every day

CONTRACT TERM

1 year with high likelihood of extension or conversion to full-time employee.

ONBOARDING

2 rounds: 1st round virtual with cameras on; 2nd round in-person site tour

POSITION OVERVIEW – Manufacturing Test Engineer - Electrical

This role ensures Solar Inverters, Reservoir Inverter Units, Solar Power Stations, and Reservoir Storage Units are tested and working correctly before they reach customers. By strictly following established test procedures for the Hybrid Solutions Solar Line FLEX Inverter, FLEX BESS (RSU), and Variable Frequency Drives, this role verifies that each unit meets customer quality, technical, and functional requirements — while ensuring every step stays compliant with the company's quality policy and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive product quality improvements by identifying manufacturing issues and developing cost-effective test system solutions, overseeing successful implementation in production
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to inverters and power station testing using technical expertise and product knowledge
• Enhance productivity and product quality through daily manufacturing testing practices
• Engage in early focus on manufacturability to improve product quality and prevent testing failures during early processing stages
• Drive manufacturing testing excellence to achieve zero escaping defects
• Prepare routine test reports using engineering report templates
• Communicate test design requirements to engineering for improvement
• Ensure proper dismantling of inverters by understanding the Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) process in accordance with EHS requirements
• Ensure instruments and measuring devices are calibrated
• Update testing metrics for management review
• Ensure processes contribute to a safe work environment
• Manage Customer Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
• Develop test plans for inverters and electrical components
• Ensure test rigs operate at full capacity
• Write test procedures and reports to capture lessons learned and share with component design engineers
• Align test methods with IEC and UL standards and ensure thorough understanding of applicable requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in Electrical or Electronics Engineering
• Minimum of 4+ years of experience in inverter testing (freshers may be considered if proficient in basic concepts)
• Knowledge of inverter manufacturing functions and exposure to quality, engineering, lean, and testing processes
• Strong analytical skills and a systematic approach to troubleshooting technical issues
• Proficiency in reading and writing English
• Basic knowledge of control systems and their application in manufacturing testing
• Proficiency in using electrical test instruments, including voltage test probes, current probes, and oscilloscopes
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn (desired)
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks candidly, contributes constructively (desired)
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed to objectives (desired)
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative (desired)
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker (desired)
• Ability to influence others and lead small teams (desired)
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously (desired)
• Proven analytical and organizational ability (desired)
• Strong change management skills (desired)
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills (desired)

MUST HAVE

• 4+ years of experience in inverter testing
• Proficiency with electrical test instruments (voltage test probes, current probes, oscilloscopes)
• Knowledge of IEC and UL standards