Senior Technician

Danfoss GmbH; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus system

Paid vacation

Retirement plan

Flexible working hours

Personal insurance

Employee Resource Groups

State of the art virtual work environm

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Danfoss Maumee, OH, seeks a Senior Test Technician to join the Test Laboratory team. The role focuses on hydraulic testing, data collection, and ensuring safe, accurate testing of fluid conveyance products.

You will troubleshoot electrical and electro-mechanical systems, operate test equipment, and collaborate with engineers on system upgrades and lab improvements. A strong safety mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in technical, industrial, laboratory, manufacturing, testing, maintenance, or related environment.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, engineering specifications, and testing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hydraulic testing and testing of fluid conveyance products per engineering specs and standards.
• Set up, operate, adjust, and maintain test equipment for repeatable results.
• Collect, analyze, and document performance data; prepare engineering test reports.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, electro-mechanical, PLC, instrumentation, and control system issues.
• Support engineers in upgrades to hydraulic test systems and lab infrastructure.
• Participate in continuous improvement, lab modernization, and safety initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Instruction following

Physical ability

Education

High School diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

LabVIEW

Data acquisition

PLC programming

Job description

Job Location: Maumee, OH, US, Maumee, OH, US

Employment Type: Full Time

Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment

Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering

Work Location Type: On-site

Senior Technician

Req ID: 51544

Job Location: Maumee, OH, US, Maumee, OH, US

Employment Type: Full Time

Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment

Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering

Work Location Type: On-site

Job Description

The Impact You'll Make

Danfoss Fluid Conveyance is seeking a Senior Test Technician to join our Test Laboratory team in Maumee, Ohio. This position plays a critical role in supporting the testing and validation of fluid conveyance products.

The Senior Test Technician is responsible for independently conducting hydraulic testing, troubleshooting laboratory equipment and control systems, collecting and documenting test data, and ensuring all testing activities are completed safely and accurately. This role also supports continuous improvement initiatives and collaborates with engineers to enhance laboratory capabilities and testing infrastructure.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform hydraulic and fluid conveyance product testing in accordance with engineering specifications, industry standards, and established laboratory procedures.
• Set up, operate, adjust, and maintain test equipment and apparatus to ensure accurate and repeatable test results.
• Collect, analyze, and document performance data, preparing Engineering Test Reports for internal and external customers.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, electro-mechanical, PLC, instrumentation, and control system issues, including sensors, actuators, motors, drives, and communication networks.
• Support engineers in the design, construction, and implementation of upgrades to hydraulic test systems, electrical controls, and laboratory infrastructure.
• Participate in continuous improvement, laboratory modernization, safety, and 6S initiatives while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

What We're Looking For

Required (Basic) Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5-10 years of experience in a technical, industrial, laboratory, manufacturing, testing, maintenance, or related environment.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and electro-mechanical systems.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, engineering specifications, and testing procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate of Science degree or equivalent technical education from an accredited institution.
• Experience with hydraulic systems, fluid power systems, or hydraulic test equipment.
• Knowledge of PLC programming and industrial automation systems.
• Experience using LabVIEW, data acquisition software, or similar test platforms.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70E, electrical safety standards, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Experience working within a testing laboratory or product validation environment.

Job Criteria

• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Proven troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and precision measuring instruments.
• Collaborative team player with a continuous improvement mindset and strong commitment to safety.

What You’ll Get from Us

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Retirement plan
• Flexible working hours
• Personal insurance
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• State of the art virtual work environment
• Employee Referral Program

Our Commitment to Transparency

Salary ranges listed reflect only primary location and currency. For local salary ranges and specific benefits in your preferred hiring location, please ask your Talent Acquisition representative for more information.

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in areas such as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, marine, and on- and off-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for data centers, renewable energy, energy storage, heat recovery, as well as contribute to district energy solutions for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned and employs over 39,000 people. We create long-term value for our customers in more than 100 countries with a global footprint of around 100 factories.