Test Engineer

AtWork Group; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

AtWork Group in Kalamazoo is seeking a Direct Hire Test Engineer to plan, develop, execute, and document laboratory testing to validate product performance, reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance. This role supports development, manufacturing, quality, and customers through testing, data analysis, and technical problem solving.

The ideal candidate holds a related bachelor's degree and 3+ years in product testing or quality engineering, with hands-on experience in test programs, data

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field related to engineering.
• 3+ years in product testing, validation, or reliability engineering.
• Experience designing and executing test programs and validation plans.
• Experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting technical data.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and related tools.

Skills

Bachelor's degree holder

3+ years testing

Test program design

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Verbal & written communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Engineering Technology, Physics, or related field

Tools

LabVIEW

Siemens PLCs

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Python

VBA

Structured Text

Function Block Diagram (FBD)

NI data acquisition

Job description

Position Overview

We are recruiting for a Direct Hire Test Engineer for a great company located in Kalamazoo that offers stable employment and access to Benefits Package Day 1! Position Overview: The Test Engineer is responsible for planning, developing, executing, and documenting laboratory testing activities to validate product performance, reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance. This role supports product development, manufacturing, quality, and customer requirements through testing, data analysis, and technical problem solving.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Bachelor' s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Engineering Technology, Physics, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in product testing, validation, quality engineering, reliability engineering, or laboratory testing.
• Experience designing and executing engineering test programs and validation plans.
• Experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting technical data.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Experience within HVAC, thermal management, electromechanical, industrial, automotive, or consumer product industries.
• Experience with automated testing and control systems such as LabVIEW, Siemens PLCs, Allen-Bradley PLCs, or similar platforms.
• Experience with programming or scripting languages such as Python, VBA, LabVIEW, Structured Text, or Function Block Diagram (FBD).
• Familiarity with data acquisition systems and instrumentation from NI, Keysight, Ahlborn, or similar suppliers.
• Experience with statistical analysis tools such as Minitab, DIAdem, MATLAB, or equivalent software.
• Familiarity with Design of Experiments (DOE), Verification & Validation (V&V), and statistical process analysis.
• Experience working with product certification and compliance requirements including UL, CSA, IEC, CE, or similar standards.
• Experience with DFMEA, PFMEA, and other risk assessment methodologies.
• Understanding of electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and engineering specifications.