Electrical Test Systems Engineer – Manufacturing Engineering

About the role

This role sits at the intersection of manufacturing, electrical systems, and vehicle quality, helping ensure vehicles are built right the first time through the development and deployment of advanced manufacturing test systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and deployment of electrical test systems supporting manufacturing operations.
• Define equipment requirements, validation plans, and technical specifications for new and existing test systems.
• Capture and manage requirements for electrical test systems.
• Coordinate integration of electrical hardware, software, and manufacturing equipment to support production requirements.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, validation, and launch support for electrical test equipment in manufacturing environments.
• Drive resolution of complex technical issues affecting electrical test systems, equipment reliability, and production performance.
• Partner with suppliers, manufacturing plants, quality teams, and engineering organizations to ensure successful implementation and ongoing support.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on defect detection, equipment performance, manufacturing efficiency, and Electrical First Time Quality (EFTQ).
• Provide technical leadership for future manufacturing technologies, test strategies, and equipment standardization efforts.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience supporting electrical hardware, manufacturing equipment, test systems, automation systems, or vehicle electrical architectures.
• Experience developing, integrating, commissioning, or supporting manufacturing test equipment.
• Strong understanding of electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, electrical troubleshooting, and hardware integration.
• Experience with electrical testing, diagnostics, validation, or manufacturing quality systems.
• Ability to identify root causes, troubleshoot technical issues, and implement corrective actions in production environments.
• Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, suppliers, and manufacturing operations teams.
• Strong communication and project leadership skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, manufacturing engineering, or equivalent technical experience.

Skills

• Experience with continuity testing, resistance testing, functional test systems, or end-of-line validation equipment.
• Automotive manufacturing experience.
• Experience with PLCs, controls systems, industrial networking, or manufacturing automation.
• Experience supporting vehicle launches or manufacturing readiness activities.
• Familiarity with manufacturing quality processes and defect detection strategies.
• Experience working with suppliers on equipment development and deployment.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $120,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The role requires up to 50% domestic and international travel.