Sr. Motor Test Engineer

About the role

Located in Norwood, Ohio, Innomotics has built large industrial electric motors for more than 128 years. Our facility produces engineered-to-order three-phase motors up to 25,000 hp and 80,000 lbs that power essential operations in power generation, mining, oil & gas, and chemical processing.

We are seeking a Senior Motor Test Engineer to support our industrial motor and variable speed drive test operations. This hands-on role focuses on maintaining motor test field equipment, planning and coordinating complex system tests, and troubleshooting technical issues with drives, motors, and control systems. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise in industrial electrical systems, variable speed drives, and motor testing within a heavy industrial environment. This role offers the opportunity to work with some of the largest customer-engineered electric motors and MVD systems in the industry. The successful candidate will play a key role in validating equipment that powers critical infrastructure and industrial operations globally.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and upkeep of all Motor Test Field equipment to ensure reliability and readiness for testing
• Plan and coordinate complex system tests involving motors, variable speed drives, and supporting equipment
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with variable speed drives, motors, control systems, and auxiliary equipment
• Support test setup, data acquisition, and safe operation of test cells

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• 7+ years of experience in industrial electrical systems, motor testing, variable-speed drive systems, or related heavy industrial fields
• Strong technical knowledge of AC motors and generators (medium voltage preferred)
• Experience commissioning, configuring, troubleshooting, and supporting AC and/or DC variable speed drive systems
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting and modifying PLC- and HMI-based industrial control systems
• Ability to read and modify CAD drawings
• Strong safety mindset and commitment to electrical safety culture

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a motor or variable speed drive test laboratory or heavy industrial environment
• Experience with Perfect Harmony AC and/or DC variable speed drives
• Experience supporting complex system-level testing and data acquisition
• Experience with Step-7, TIA Portal, WinCC, or equivalent HMI/PLC software
• Background with DC drives and exciter systems
• Familiarity with industrial networks (PROFIBUS, PROFINET, Ethernet/IP)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data acquisition systems
• Knowledge of MV/LV substation equipment
• SAP knowledge

Additional Details

Reports to the Production Manager. Works collaboratively with a team of test technicians, R&D engineers, and often directly with customers. Primarily on-site at our Norwood, Ohio facility, with occasional flexibility for remote work based on testing schedules and business needs. Minimal travel required.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $81,680 – $210,000. The actual wage offered may vary depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on qualifications
• Medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage (effective first day of employment)
• Matching 401(k) (immediate employer match)
• Competitive paid time off plan, paid holidays, and floating holidays
• Career development opportunities
• Education and tuition reimbursement programs
• Flexibility to work remotely a few days a week
• Paid parental leave