Test Engineer

CAF Group; City of Elmira (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CAF USA in Elmira Heights, NY is seeking an experienced engineer to lead testing requirements for mechanical and electrical systems. You will ensure calibration and adequacy of testing equipment and may travel with the finished product to destinations.

The role requires a BS in engineering and 3+ years of related experience, with responsibilities including design change implementation, BOM management, and data analysis using Excel. Strong communication and ISO knowledge are plus factors.

Qualifications

• BS in electrical, mechanical, or industrial engineering is required.
• 3+ years of experience in a related field or similar.
• Strong ability to read schematics, blueprints and 3D drawings.

Responsibilities

• Capture manufacturability issues with the design and submit design change proposals.
• Perform BOM explosions, routing analyses, and material planning.
• Supervise testing, document results and write comprehensive reports.
• Report progress of testing according to plan.
• Troubleshoot errors and streamline testing procedures.
• Support production staff needs and coordinate with teams.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical design

Test engineering

Data analysis

Education

BS in Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial Eng

Tools

Excel

ERP/MRP (Baan)

Job description

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Date: Oct 1, 2026

Company: CAF USA

Location:

ELMIRA, NY, US

CAF is an international market leader for the design, manufacture, maintenance and supply of equipment and components for integrated transport systems at the forefront of technology that provides high value added sustainable mobility for its customers. We are proud to be recognized for our versatility, flexibility and for our capacity to constantly adapt and innovate.

CAF USA is located in Elmira Heights, New York which is part of the Southern Finger Lakes areas. The area is ideally situated for those who want to be in proximity to large metropolitan areas, but live a life made far richer by connecting to nature and community, making a difference in the lives of their neighbors and taking advantage of the opportunity to develop a fulfilling work life balance that ideally suits who they are.

OVERVIEW:

Will serve as the expert in either mechanical/electrical engineering requirements for the testing department. Will have in-depth knowledge of engineering and rail car design to ensure that the employees are adequately trained on their duties and responsibilities within the testing department and that all testing equipment is calibrated and adequate for the job. In some cases will be required to travel with the finished product to the end destination.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION:

• Capture manufacturability issues with the design, submit design change proposals, and implement the change into the product
• BOM explosions, implosions, and station routings and use of system to see what we manufacture and what we buy
• Demonstrates the ability to plan, assign, coordinate, and supervise work of testing and employees while documenting and writing comprehensive reports
• Reporting routinely the progress of the testing according to the plan.
• Troubleshooting any errors and streamlining the testing procedures
• Be able to support the needs of production staff
• Read and understand schematics, blueprints and 3 Dimensional drawings
• In excel, be able to import data, look up tables, create pivot tables, simple macros, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager
• Programming basics
• Critical data analysis
• Responds to customer calls
• Elaborate test layout and test flow

TRAINING/EDUCATION REQUIRED:

• BS in electrical, mechanical, or industrial engineering
• 3+ years of experience in a related field or similar

INITIAL TRAINING:

• Quality System
• Information/Cyber Security
• Railway Safety Management System

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIRMENTS:

• Ability to work in a high pressure environments
• Ability to work with all types of personalities and gain productions trust
• Experience in final assembly and vehicle systems testing
• Manufacturing bills of material experience
• ERP or MRP experience (Baan)
• Experience in an ISO certified environment is a plus
• Bilingual (Spanish) is a strongly desirable
• Must be able to lift 50lbs

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Shall report all injuries/illnesses to their supervisor that occur at work, the day of the incident
• Shall report any unsafe conditions that are identified in their respective work area to their supervisor
• Shall comply with all CAF USA safety policies, procedures, and requirements that are communicated to them, including Job Safety Analysis (JSA) procedures
• Shall wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that is communicated and supplied to them
• Shall keep their respective work area clean and orderly at all times
• Shall attend all CAF USA required training as soon as possible before the start of their assigned work
• Shall NOT operate any CAF USA equipment (forklifts, cranes, scissor lifts) until certified to do so

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $80,000 to $100,000 annually.