Test Engineer

ABB; New Berlin (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB’s R&D team seeks an Onsite Test Engineer to develop and automate lab test processes, ensuring compliance with UL, CSA, IEC, and ISO 17025. You will contribute to test automation, calibration, and documentation within the Motion Drive Products Division in the US.

Ideal candidates have a background in Electrical or Electronic Engineering with hands‑on LabVIEW and PLC experience, plus familiarity with industrial protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (or a related field) with at least 1 year of experience in test engineering and automation.
• Hands‑on experience with NI LabVIEW, PLC programming, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, DeviceNet, Profibus).

Responsibilities

• Collaborative Test Development and Test Process Development: Develop and automate both new and existing test processes to improve their reliability, repeatability, and efficiency.
• Standards Compliance and Audit Support: Execute automated testing in compliance with ABB’s internal requirements and applicable industry standards (UL, CSA, IEC).
• Process Improvement and Strategic Input: Identify gaps in current test processes and implement robust, sustainable improvements.
• Documentation and Reporting: Document test programs, setups, procedures, and programming methodologies for long‑term maintainability and knowledge transfer.
• Systems Upgrades and Technical Support: Support software updates and hardware upgrades to keep lab systems current and provide testing support to product development teams.

Skills

NI LabVIEW

PLC programming

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Associated degree with 5 years of related experiences

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Testing & Laboratory Manager

In this role, you will support product development and general lab activities while maintaining a safe and reliable test environment for all personnel and facilities. In all tasks, the Test Engineer applies sound engineering judgment and standard practices to improve test efficiency, effectiveness, and overall customer satisfaction.

Under the general supervision of laboratory management and automation engineers, the R&D Test Engineer will develop and execute test automation solutions to ensure products meet all design specifications and comply with validation, verification, quality, and safety standards.

The work model for the role is: Onsite {#LI-Onsite}
This role is contributing to the Motion Drive Products Division in the US.

You will mainly be accountable for:

• Collaborative Test Development and Test Process Development: Develop and automate both new and existing test processes to improve their reliability, repeatability, and efficiency.Collaborate with automation engineers to support test development using NI LabVIEW and PLC programming.

• Standards Compliance and Audit Support: Execute automated testing in compliance with ABB’s internal requirements and applicable industry standards (UL, CSA, IEC). Support third-party certification audits and ensure all automated test systems comply with ISO 17025 requirements.

• Process Improvement and Strategic Input: Identify gaps in current test processes and implement robust, sustainable improvements. Contribute recommendations for future capital investments related to test automation and laboratory infrastructure.

• Documentation and Reporting: Document test programs, setups, procedures, and programming methodologies to ensure long‑term maintainability and effective knowledge transfer. Prepare accurate and comprehensive test reports for internal stakeholders and external certification bodies (e.g., UL, CSA, SGS).

• Systems Upgrades and Technical Support: Support software updates and hardware upgrades to keep lab systems and test equipment current and fully functional. Provide technical testing support to product design and development teams throughout the development cycle.

Our team dynamics
You will join a talented and high performing team, where you will be able to thrive.

Qualifications for the role

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (or a related field), with at least 1 year of experience in test engineering and automation. Alternatively, Associated degree with 5 years of related experiences

• Technical Skills: Hands‑on experience with NI LabVIEW, PLC programming, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office.

• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, DeviceNet, Profibus).

• Work Authorization: Authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

More about us:

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their‑sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

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