Mechanical Test Technician - Industrial Brakes and Clutches

Danfoss is seeking a Lead Technician to support testing, validation, and continuous improvement activities for industrial clutch and brake products. This role operates within a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment and plays a critical role in supporting product development and production by analyzing test results, maintaining equipment standards, and enabling continuous improvement initiatives. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Set up, execute, and document engineering experiments to support product development, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Analyze and interpret test data to identify trends, evaluate product performance, and support engineering recommendations
• Maintain and verify calibration of test equipment to ensure accuracy, reliability, and compliance with established standards
• Perform basic fabrication and assembly of test fixtures and prototypes to support testing activities
• Troubleshoot and support technical equipment to ensure consistent and efficient operation in test and manufacturing environments
• Collaborate with engineering and cross-functional teams to improve testing processes and product performance

Requirements

• Associate degree, two-year technical degree in a relevant field, or working experience in a similar field
• Minimum of five years of relevant technical or manufacturing experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience using test equipment and manufacturing tools
• Proficiency with instrumentation and related software used for test setup, data acquisition, and analysis

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new and existing technologies quickly and effectively
• Highly detail-oriented, self-motivated, and proactive with a strong sense of ownership
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, including sitting or standing for extended periods
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, or a related field
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining technical equipment in an engineering or manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience with industrial clutches and brakes, including assembly, testing, troubleshooting, or maintenance

Benefits

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Retirement plan
• Personal insurance
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• Employee Referral Program