Principal Test Systems Engineer - Advanced Manufacturing

Haier US Appliance Solutions, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Appliances, a Haier company, is seeking a Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer – Test in Louisville, KY. You will lead the planning, design, and deployment of automated test systems across our manufacturing network to ensure product quality and efficiency.

You will mentor engineers, collaborate with DFMA/DFT teams, and drive data-driven improvements using modern IT and automation platforms.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering required.
• 7+ years hands-on test or controls experience in large-scale manufacturing.
• NPI experience and equipment interfaces.
• Experience with data exchange, AutoID systems (barcode, RFID).
• Proficient in Windows and Linux; distributed architectures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, specification, and implementation of advanced electrical, instrumentation, and test systems used in manufacturing and lab environments.
• Serve as the connection point between equipment project teams and test platform developers—ensuring clear communication and effective deployment of new capabilities.
• Introduce and scale technologies that transform equipment and product verification data into actionable insights for operations and quality teams.
• Assess sensor technologies and test methods to ensure reliable process capability and quality compliance.
• Partner with product design teams to integrate DFMA and DFT into part development.
• Evaluate competing technologies to identify best solution aligned with performance and cost.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and training to junior engineers and cross-functional partners.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Test Systems

Automation

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Master’s degree (Desirable)

Tools

Solidworks Electrical

AutoCAD Electrical

MS SQL

Windows/Linux

Job description

GE Appliances, a Haier company, is seeking a Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer – Test in Louisville, KY. You will lead the planning, design, and deployment of automated test systems across our manufacturing network to ensure product quality and efficiency.

You will mentor engineers, collaborate with DFMA/DFT teams, and drive data-driven improvements using modern IT and automation platforms.