Test Engineer -Quality Control

LS Cable & System USA, Inc.; Tarboro (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LS Cable & System USA, Inc. seeks a Quality Engineer to oversee the Final Test department, executing HV electrical and mechanical tests, and ensuring cables meet standards and customer specs. You will supervise operators, analyze data, and drive process improvements.

The role requires 1–3 years in cable testing, strong QA discipline, and a hands-on approach to testing; a related engineering degree is preferred. This is a full-time, on-site position in Tarboro, NC.

Qualifications

• BS/AS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field required
• 1–3 years in cable manufacturing or HV testing preferred
• Familiarity with UL 1072, ANSI/ICEA S-97-682, S-94-649, AEIC CS8

Responsibilities

• Supervise Final Test operators and perform hands-on testing and diagnostics.
• Electrical testing: AC withstand, insulation resistance, continuity.
• Mechanical tests: tensile strength, elongation, dimensional verification.
• Validate cable performance against UL 1072, ANSI/ICEA S-97-682, S-94-649, AEIC CS8.
• Adhere to QA procedures; monitor parameters; support RCA and CAPA.
• Maintain traceability of test results to material lots and production runs.
• Set up and troubleshoot HV test equipment; maintain calibration per schedule.
• Record, analyze, and report test data; support internal audits and customer inspections.
• Collaborate with engineering and production to resolve quality issues.

Skills

Electrical test principles

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional communication

Quality systems

Attention to detail

Independent and team work

Education

AS/BS in Electrical or Mechanical Eng

Job description

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Quality Engineer

Full Time Management LSCS North Carolina, Tarboro, NC, US

Position Summary:

The Test Engineer is responsible for overseeing the final test department by executing, analyzing, and maintaining electrical and mechanical test processes for medium and high-voltage power cables. This role ensures products meet applicable standards, customer specifications, and internal quality requirements through rigorous testing, data analysis, and process control.

Key Responsibilities

Supervision: responsible for Supervision of the Final Test operators as well as technical (hands-on testing and diagnostics) and procedural (ensuring cables are tested per specification and industry standards).

Testing and Validation: perform electrical testing, including:

• AC Withstand testing
• Insulation resistance and continuity testing

Conduct mechanical and physical tests:

• Tensile strength and elongation
• Dimensional verification
• Validate cable performance against applicable industry standards (UL 1072,ANSI/ICEA S-97-682, ANSI/ICEA S-94-649, AEIC CS8)

Process Control & Quality Assurance:

• Ensure adherence to documented quality control procedures and test methods
• Monitor critical test parameters and identify deviations or anomalies
• Support nonconformance investigations and corrective actions (RCA, CAPA)
• Maintain traceability of test results to material lots and production runs

Equipment & Calibration:

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot high-voltage test equipment
• Ensure all test instruments are calibrated and maintained per schedule
• Assist in validation and commissioning of new test systems.

Data Analysis & Reporting:

• Record, analyze, and interpret test data for compliance and trends to ensure Certified Test Reports are completed on time.
• Support internal audits and customer inspections with accurate documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve test efficiency, accuracy, and repeatability
• Support implementation of new testing methods or technologies
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve quality issues

Education

• AS/BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (Equivalent experience in cable testing environments may be considered)

Experience

• 1-3 years in cable manufacturing, high-voltage testing, or related field
• Hands-on experience with MV/HV cable testing (PD, AC withstand preferred)
• Familiarity with industry standards ((UL 1072,ANSI/ICEA S-97-682, ANSI/ICEA S-94-649, AEIC CS8)

Skills Required

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical thinking
• Effective communication with cross0functional teams and stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
• Strong understanding of electrical test principles and insulation systems (XLPE, EPR)
• Experience with high-voltage test equipment and safety practices
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications and test standards
• Working knowledge of quality systems (ISO 9001 preferred)
• May require shift work or overtime based on production demands
• In summary, This role bridges engineering, quality, and production, ensuring every cable released has been validated electrically, mechanically, and procedurally before reaching the customer.