Test Engineer - Whitehall Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Atlanta (MI); On-site; USD 78,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Whitehall, MI is seeking a Test Engineer to support manufacturing partners across West Michigan. You will develop and execute test plans, design test fixtures, and perform root cause analysis to improve product quality and manufacturability.

Collaboration with design and production teams is essential to ensure robust testing and reliable results. Experience with automation, data acquisition, and quality systems is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in test engineering within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Proficiency in developing and debugging automated test scripts using Python, C#, or LabVIEW.
• Strong understanding of data acquisition systems, instrumentation (e.g., oscilloscopes, DMMs, power supplies), and sensor technologies.
• Experience with SPC and data analysis for identifying trends and root causes of failures.
• Familiarity with MES and QMS.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test plans for manufacturing processes and products.
• Design and build test fixtures and automated test systems.
• Perform root cause analysis of product and process failures.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to improve product quality and manufacturability.
• Document test procedures, results, and bug reports.
• Implement and maintain quality control procedures in production.

Skills

Test engineering experience

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Quality systems understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field

Tools

Python

C#

LabVIEW

Oscilloscopes

DMMs

Power supplies

Job description

Test Engineer | Whitehall, MI

Salary Range: $78,000 - $116,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling in test engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Whitehall seeking experienced Test Engineers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. 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.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Whitehall that are adding Test Engineers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test plans for manufacturing processes and products.
• Design and build test fixtures and automated test systems.
• Perform root cause analysis of product and process failures.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to improve product quality and manufacturability.
• Document test procedures, results, and bug reports.
• Implement and maintain quality control procedures in production.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in test engineering within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Proficiency in developing and debugging automated test scripts using languages like Python, C#, or LabVIEW.
• Strong understanding of data acquisition systems, instrumentation (e.g., oscilloscopes, DMMs, power supplies), and sensor technologies.
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) and data analysis for identifying trends and root causes of failures.
• Familiarity with manufacturing execution systems (MES) and quality management systems (QMS).

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Test Engineer, QA Engineer, Quality Engineer, Software Test Engineer, Automation Test Engineer, SDET, Software Development Engineer in Test, Quality Assurance Engineer, Test Automation Engineer, Manual Test Engineer

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. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.