Test Engineer – Muskegon Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 73,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking Test Engineer opportunities in and around Muskegon, MI. Roles focus on ensuring high-quality manufacturing test processes across partner companies in the region.

Qualified candidates will typically hold a Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field and have experience with test plans, data acquisition, and documentation. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or related engineering field.
• Experience writing test plans and procedures for manufactured products.
• Hands-on work with data acquisition and test instrumentation.
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Work with design and production teams to resolve defects.
• Calibrate and maintain test equipment on the floor.
• Support root cause analysis for field and line failures.
• Train technicians on test methods and equipment use.
• Write and maintain test procedures for production hardware.
• Build and troubleshoot test fixtures and test stations.
• Run functional and environmental tests on manufactured products.
• Analyze test data and document failures in reports.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or related engineering field

Job description

Job Description:

Test Engineer | Muskegon, MI

Salary Range: $73,000 – $110,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling as a test engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We collaborate with leading companies in the Muskegon area seeking experienced Test Engineers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Test Engineer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Muskegon in Muskegon County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Muskegon Heights and North Muskegon.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing firms in the Muskegon area that seek skilled Test Engineers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and look for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Usual Responsibilities

• Work with design and production teams to resolve defects.
• Calibrate and maintain test equipment on the floor.
• Support root cause analysis for field and line failures.
• Train technicians on test methods and equipment use.
• Write and maintain test procedures for production hardware.
• Build and troubleshoot test fixtures and test stations.
• Run functional and environmental tests on manufactured products.
• Analyze test data and document failures in reports.

Recommended Qualifications

• Familiarity with statistical analysis of test results.
• Strong written documentation and reporting skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or related engineering field.
• Experience writing test plans and procedures for manufactured products.
• Hands‑on work with data acquisition and test instrumentation.
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings.

Bonus Qualifications

• Certification in quality or testing methods.
• Experience with automated test systems and scripting.
• Knowledge of environmental and reliability testing standards.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Experience in a high-volume production environment.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Hardware Test Engineer, Reliability Engineer, Test Development Engineer, Process Test Engineer, Manufacturing Test Engineer, Product Test Engineer, Validation Engineer, Quality Test Engineer

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who’ve been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic – they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. https://www.thepivotgroup.org

Required Skills:

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Salary Package:

$ 73,000.00 – 110,000.00 (US Dollar)