Test Engineer - Automation & Quality Systems

Columbus McKinnon; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus McKinnon is seeking a Test Engineer to design, specify, and procure test equipment and software for product testing, ensuring quality and efficiency in processes. You will lead high‑impact projects for New Product Development and maintain test fixtures and procedures in line with ISO standards.

You will work with manufacturing and other departments, develop precise test specs, create fixtures, and explore automation opportunities while maintaining safety and compliance across test

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of related experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review precise test specifications and prepare efficient test procedures.
• Specify and design test fixtures and procure materials with automation opportunities.
• Create and maintain test fixture documentation (CAD, schematics, BOMs).
• Maintain test procedures and equipment per ISO standards.
• Act as a technical resource to manufacturing and other departments to address test issues.
• Interact with vendors on test issues and resolutions.
• Process purchase requisitions as needed.
• Complete special projects as assigned.

Skills

Execution & accountability

Integrity & ethics

Innovation & adaptability

Strong customer focus

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

NI LabVIEW

CAD tools

Schematic documentation

Job description

Columbus McKinnon is seeking a Test Engineer to design, specify, and procure test equipment and software for product testing, ensuring quality and efficiency in processes. You will lead high‑impact projects for New Product Development and maintain test fixtures and procedures in line with ISO standards.

You will work with manufacturing and other departments, develop precise test specs, create fixtures, and explore automation opportunities while maintaining safety and compliance across test