Production Engineer - Manufacturing & Test (Hybrid)

Switched Source Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Switched Source, a Chicago-based energy technology company, is seeking a hands-on Production Engineer to build scalable manufacturing processes and drive production readiness from development to reliable production. You will own end-of-line testing, push for safer facilities, and collaborate with design for manufacturing to reduce cost and improve yield.

This role is primarily in-person at our Chicago, IL office with limited field work, offering a hybrid in-person/remote schedule and

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• At least 3 years of relevant engineering and manufacturing experience.
• Hands-on experience in manufacturing test, production engineering, or factory engineering.
• Experience creating and executing test plans and test procedures.
• Strong troubleshooting ability with electrical hardware and systems.
• Comfortable using standard lab tools and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support production and delivery of products to the customer, ensuring quality requirements are met.
• Create and implement process for assembly and end-of-line test, assist with tooling/test equipment readiness, calibration, and documentation.
• Provide hands-on support building production units, including assembly, wiring, integration, inspection, and resolving build issues.
• Lead and enforce facility and electrical safety practices (HV/MV awareness, safe work procedures, ESD, lab/factory organization).
• Support DFM and other process improvements to improve cost, quality, and production timelines.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical hardware

Lab instruments

Documentation

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

DMM

Oscilloscope

Power supplies

Instrumentation

Job description

Switched Source, a Chicago-based energy technology company, is seeking a hands-on Production Engineer to build scalable manufacturing processes and drive production readiness from development to reliable production. You will own end-of-line testing, push for safer facilities, and collaborate with design for manufacturing to reduce cost and improve yield.

This role is primarily in-person at our Chicago, IL office with limited field work, offering a hybrid in-person/remote schedule and