Test Engineer

South Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, 53172Full-time$71k–$105k2026-10-29 → 2026-11-10

No visa sponsorship

Core

Maintain and improve electrical test equipment for Underground Padmounted Switchgear and legacy reclosers to ensure safe operation and product quality.

Role type

Manufacturing Test Engineer

Builds

Electrical test equipment and fixtures for switchgear and reclosers

Domain

Power reliability / Electrical manufacturing

Required skills

Electrical engineering fundamentals, preventive maintenance, calibration, PLC troubleshooting, industrial networks, Lean Manufacturing, FMEA, .NET, LabVIEW, C programming

Preferred skills

Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLC programming, EtherNet/IP/DeviceNet/Profibus, SQL Server, Cognex vision systems, high-voltage testing equipment

Technologies

PLCs, HMIs, SQL Server, .NET, LabVIEW, C, EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, Profibus, Cognex

Responsibilities

Oversee execution of preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical test equipment; Develop automation and continuous improvement projects; Lead poka-yoke initiatives; Maintain backups for PLCs, HMIs, and control computers; Ensure equipment calibration; Design and implement improvements to electrical test fixtures; Collaborate on FMEA development

Seniority

Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC

About Eaton

Eaton is a power management company made up of over 92,000 employees, doing business in more than 175 countries. 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 and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours.