Manufacturing Test Engineer IV

Wabtec; Maryland; On-site; USD 91,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Annual bonus (if eligible)

Job summary

Wabtec is seeking a Manufacturing Test Engineer to develop and maintain automated tests, fixtures, and scripts for Board and Assembly level testing across manufacturing and repair facilities.

You will work with a cross-functional team to define test strategies, validate hardware, and produce supporting documentation while applying industry standards and best practices. This role emphasizes hands-on testing and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Degree in EE/CS and 6+ years of related experience.
• Experience automating tests and writing scripts.
• Familiarity with Linux-based RTOS like QNX/FreeRTOS.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production tests, fixtures, and scripts.
• Build and validate production test requirements and documentation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to drive test strategy and standardization.
• Review designs for testability, cost, and compliance.
• Investigate and resolve product failures in manufacturing.
• Train production staff on new tests and procedures.

Skills

Programming: C/C++/C#

Python scripting

Communication skills

Team player

Test automation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

TestStand

LabVIEW

Oscilloscopes

DMMs

Job description

Who will you be working with?

As a Manufacturing Test Engineer, you will work with a cross-functional Engineering team to develop and maintain tools, fixtures, and scripts to automate testing of various Industrial Electronics products at internal and external manufacturing and repair facilities.

How will you make a difference?

• Work cross-functionally with local quality, operations, lean, and shop support functions to create strategy, align resources, and drive execution
• Research, define, design, analyze, and validate production tests for new products
• Design, develop, and maintain tools, fixtures, and scripts used to automate Board Level and Assembly Level testing
• Develop production support documentation, including test procedures and test fixture documentation
• Develop and maintain knowledge of relevant company and industry standards for electronics Verification and Validation
• Support efforts to drive standardization across manufacturing test platforms

What do we want to know about you?

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 6+ years of related experience
• Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to articulate clearly and concisely
• Self-driven, quick learner, good team player, and results-oriented individual with a clear focus on high quality
• Software Development experience with C, C++, C#, Bash, Test Stand, LabView, Python, or other scripting languages used in automating tasks
• Experience with Linux or Unix-based real-time operating systems (QNX, FreeRTOS)
• Electronic circuit knowledge and experience, including use of DMMs, Oscilloscopes, and other related electronic testing equipment
  

What will your typical day look like?

• Assist with the development of test requirements/specifications, project plans, and other engineering project documentation
• Design and develop production test scripts, software, and test fixtures to verify production hardware
• Develop production support documentation, including test procedures and test fixture documentation
• Review designs of other engineers for completeness, accuracy, cost efficiency, and compliance to specifications
• Investigate and resolve product failures
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve issues
• Train production personnel on new or revised tests

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $91000-129800 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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