
Advanced Test Engineer
FTI
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Appleton • Arizona • Wisconsin • United States
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About the role
- Collaborate directly with customers to interpret technical requirements and translate them into robust testing strategies.
- Define, develop, and write technical specifications for advanced testing equipment tailored to power generation applications.
- Lead the selection and procurement of high-precision instrumentation and hardware for global deployment.
- Design and develop comprehensive test scripts and automated sequences to validate system performance and safety.
- Author detailed test protocols (FAT/SAT) and validation plans that comply with international power industry standards.
- Architect and implement system integrations between testing hardware and internal databases (MES, ERP, or PLM).
- Develop automated test reporting requirements and dashboards to provide real-time visibility into quality metrics.
- Serve as the Global Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all testing-related queries and initiatives.
- Provide Tier-3 technical support to local site teams to resolve complex or "unsolvable" testing failures.
- Standardize testing processes across global sites to ensure consistency in product quality and data output.
- Mentor and train site-level engineers on new equipment, protocols, and troubleshooting techniques.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in a core engineering discipline - Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or Energy Engineering.
- Minimum 5-7 years of experience in Testing Engineering or relevant roles.
- Master’s Degree (M.S.) in Electrical Power Systems or Control Systems.
- 8-10 years of experience in Testing Engineering or relevant roles.
- Expertise in automated test software (e.g., LabVIEW, Python, or PLC-based testing).
- Deep understanding of power electronics, grid simulators, and load banks.
- Strong knowledge of communication protocols (Modbus, CANbus, Ethernet/IP).
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible working hours
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
automated test softwareLabVIEWPythonPLC-based testingpower electronicsgrid simulatorsload bankscommunication protocolsModbusCANbus
Soft Skills
collaborationmentoringtechnical supportproblem-solvingcommunication
Certifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in MechatronicsBachelor’s Degree in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Energy EngineeringMaster’s Degree in Electrical Power SystemsMaster’s Degree in Control Systems