Senior Electrical Test Engineer – Switchgear

About the role

The Senior Electrical Test Engineer – Switchgear plays a vital role in ensuring the quality, safety, and performance of electrical switchgear systems before they reach customers. This position is responsible for leading rigorous factory acceptance testing (FAT) processes, validating that all low and medium-voltage assemblies meet design specifications, industry standards, and customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Carry out factory acceptance testing (FAT) on low and medium-voltage switchgear assemblies prior to shipment.
• Develop and execute test plans, procedures, and checklists based on engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Perform electrical and functional testing, including continuity, control circuit verification.
• Identify, document, and troubleshoot defects or non-conformances; work with engineering and production teams to implement corrective actions.
• Review schematics, wiring diagrams, bills of materials, and layout drawings to verify accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards such as UL, IBC, ANSI, IEEE, IEC, and NETA.
• Prepare detailed test reports, inspection records, and quality documentation for internal use and customer review.
• Support production team by addressing technical questions during the build process.
• Support customer witness testing and address technical questions during FAT.
• Calibrate and maintain test equipment and ensure proper usage.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and testing efficiency.
• Work on special projects as dictated by the needs of the department.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in electrical testing in power systems, or switchgear manufacturing environments.
• Minimum of 4 years of electrical troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience with being able to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience with testing instruments such as multimeters, insulation testers, relay test sets, and motor/generator test equipment.
• Strong understanding of electrical principles, power distribution systems, and protection schemes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with Rehlko matching, and more! Additionally, we provide a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with Rehlko matching, and more!

Pay

The specific Salary rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. The Salary range for this position is $89,800.00-$114,100.00.

Schedule

Work Mode: onsite Monday-Friday

Location

Location: 200 Twin Oaks Road Kohler WI 53044

Qualifications

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring new or transfer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Skills

Strong understanding of electrical principles, power distribution systems, and protection schemes.

Benefits

We provide: Competitive compensation and benefits, Work-life flexibility, Recognition and rewards, Development and career opportunities, A safe and inclusive workplace.

About Us

Rehlko proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose—Creating an energy resilient world for a better future—and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at http://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Our Values Curiosity – Seek, learn, share Trust – Go farther together Pace – Focus to go faster Excellence – Find the win every day.