Test Engineer

Job Description

Eaton’s Aerospace division is seeking a Test Engineer in the Jackson, MI Argyle Test Lab location.

Position Overview:

Design, troubleshoot and operate test fixtures for the purpose of testing of products. Provide instrumentation and controls system guidance for test equipment & lab strategy. Test both prototype and production hardware with a focus on safety and quality, verifying that it performs to the customer required specifications. Determine what data is needed and then identify the actual test methods, materials, fixtures and equipment required. Create & modify test programming and data acquisition software, perform script based data analysis. Lead vibration test scheduling, test profile creation and review of test requirements. Schedule and perform tests; keeping the customer up-to-date and presenting data to the requester. Maintain responsibility for all engineering details associated with the testing performed at this facility and others as needed to fulfill customer obligations.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Maintain a safe working environment by providing adequate precautions to tests in process
• Design safety into every test and activity
• Strong attention to detail & ability to work in a self-directed environment
• Configure test equipment controls, programming, instrumentation & data collection as needed to support testing
• Provide engineering technical expertise for active test programs
• Coordinate build of test equipment required to perform requested testing
• Program test stand controls software to support DAQ functions and test control
• Review test plans with internal customers and coach technicians on setup & operation
• Perform technical analysis and necessary research for capital equipment requests (CAR)
• Provide input to the development budgets to meet the financial objectives of the organization
• Provide input to the strategic, tactical, and capital plans to align facility capabilities with the requirements of the business
• Communicate with both internal and external customers to establish technical requirements, determine appropriate plans & schedules, and update progress and results.
• Assist in the daily deployment of the ISO-17025 quality system
• Create and maintain a highly engaged team culture that generates cycle time reductions, improves automation & efficiency, enhances facility appearance, capability and capacity and fosters continuous improvement and innovation
• Maintain and improve facilities and equipment to meet current & future business requirements, focusing on automation of test equipment controls, data acquisition and analysis.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a science, math, or engineering field from an accredited university completion by May 2023.
• Minimum 1-6 years of experience in operations, engineering, testing, or other related field.
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now or in the future.
• This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Jackson, MI will be considered. Active Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong communication skills, both written & verbal
• Experience with complex control systems, programming and instrumentation
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Ability to comprehend complex written instructions
• Working knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, electronics, machining, pressure vessel design, LabVIEW and Microsoft Office
• Desire and willingness to quickly learn new products, technologies, and testing techniques
• Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and balance multiple objectives

Additional Information:

• Limited travel may be required (<25%)

Eaton considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application or interview process, please call 412-893-3600 or send an email to: [email protected]

What you will get from us

Eaton’s mission is to improve the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technologies and services. We provide sustainable solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power – more safely, more efficiently and more reliably. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. Eaton’s 2020 revenues were $17.9 billion, and we sell products to customers in more than 175 countries. We have approximately 85,000 employees.

We make work exciting, engaging and meaningful for our employees through our dedication to tackling some of the toughest power management challenges on the planet and by never losing sight of what matters. Our culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeed. We pledge to always foster a diverse and inclusive environment, including inclusion resource groups that bring together employees who share a common purpose, interest or background. In the past year, our company has received top employment recognition by the Human Rights Campaign and almost fifty percent of our Board of Directors represented diverse groups. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger.

We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the recent announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company’s operations by at least 50 percent by 2030. We are ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and committed to learning. We are confident we can deliver on our promise to improve the quality of life and the environment because of the attributes that our employees embody.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Job: Engineering

Region: North America – Canada
Organization: AER FED Fluid Electrical Distribution

Job Level: Entry Level
Schedule: Full-time
Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: No
Does this position offer relocation?: No
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time