Manufacturing Test Process Engineer

Belcan Corporation; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Belcan Corporation in Rockford, IL is seeking a Manufacturing Test Process Engineer to support all production test operations across ESA and EPE segments. You will own test equipment, tooling, software, and the documentation needed to sustain and improve manufacturing performance.

The role requires 3+ years in test engineering, a engineering degree, proficiency with CAD tools and MS Office, and the ability to analyze data, perform root-cause analysis, and drive corrective actions.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• 3+ years of direct test engineering experience in manufacturing and production.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• CAD tools knowledge for design and fixture development.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day manufacturing engineering support for all production test operations.
• Design, procure, maintain, and improve production test tooling and fixturing.
• Maintain and support production test software, including specifications, software revisions, configuration control, and validation activities.
• Troubleshoot production test failures by performing root cause analysis and implementing permanent corrective actions.
• Support disposition and investigation of test-related quality issues, nonconformances, and customer returns.
• Develop and maintain standardized work instructions, operating procedures, and engineering documentation related to production testing.
• Partner with Design Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Operations to resolve technical issues affecting test performance.
• Evaluate and improve test process capability, repeatability, and throughput through data analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support implementation and validation of new products, engineering changes, and production transfers into manufacturing.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable engineering specifications, customer requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Participate in failure investigations, corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities, and continuous improvement projects.
• Provide technical training and guidance to production personnel on test processes and equipment.

Skills

Test engineering

Data analysis

MS Excel

CAD tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Associate degree in engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Siemens NX

Wind Tunnel testing

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Test Process Engineer

Pay Rate: $35.00-43.00 per hour

Location: Rockford, IL 61016

Area Code: 779

Shift: 1st

Hire Type: Direct, full-time, full benefits

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Job Overview

Belcan is seeking a skilled Test Process Engineer to join our aerospace team in Rockford, IL. This role will support all aspects of production test operations across the ESA and EPE business segments. The position includes collaborative ownership of test equipment, test tooling, test software, documentation, and day-to-day manufacturing support necessary to sustain and improve production performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day manufacturing engineering support for all production test operations
• Design, procure, maintain, and continuously improve production test tooling and fixturing
• Maintain and support production test software, including test specifications, software revisions, configuration control, and validation activities
• Troubleshoot production test failures by performing root cause analysis and implementing permanent corrective actions
• Support disposition and investigation of test-related quality issues, nonconformances, and customer returns
• Develop and maintain standardized work instructions, operating procedures, and engineering documentation related to production testing
• Partner with Design Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Operations to resolve technical issues affecting test performance
• Evaluate and improve test process capability, repeatability, and throughput through data analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support implementation and validation of new products, engineering changes, and production transfers into manufacturing
• Ensure compliance with all applicable engineering specifications, customer requirements, and regulatory standards
• Participate in failure investigations, corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities, and continuous improvement projects
• Provide technical training and guidance to production personnel on test processes and equipment

Core Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in engineering with
• 3 or more years of direct experience in test engineering for manufacturing and production processes
• Proficient with MS products, Excel, Word, Power Point, etc.
• Knowledge of test engineering software to maintain and support as well as configure and validate
• Experience using CAD tools for design
• Due to the nature of the work US Citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an aerospace engineering and manufacturing setting
• Proficiency with SolidWorks CAD and/or Siemens NX CAD
• Knowledge of Wind Tunnel testing and/or electric generator testing

Belcan provides a competitive pay and benefits package. Benefits offered MAY include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and paid leave required by law. Salary guidelines for similar roles at Belcan are $35.00-43.00 per hour. Guidelines vary based on many factors including but not limited to education, qualifications, experience, discipline, geographic location, market, and business considerations.

EOE/F/M/Disability/Veterans