Test Engineer – Transmission & Distribution Assets

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Test Engineer – Transmission & Distribution Assets

Charlotte, NC

Job Summary And Description

The Test Engineer will collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and laboratory staff to design, implement, and document testing procedures for electrical, mechanical, or environmental systems. This role requires hands‑on involvement in building test setups, executing tests, and analyzing results to ensure reliability and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with SMEs to identify applicable industry‑standard tests or application‑specific unique tests.
• Develop and document test plans and procedures for review and approval.
• Implement test plans, including system control and data acquisition.
• Identify anomalies during test execution and collaborate with SMEs to determine corrective actions or adjustments.
• Document and report test results clearly and accurately.

Required

Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to collaborate with SMEs and lab staff to develop and execute test plans and setups.
• Experience (or strong interest) in electrical, mechanical, or environmental testing.
• Familiarity with system control and data acquisition (experience preferred; willingness to learn required).
• Competence in data analysis and visualization.
• Strong documentation skills for test results and procedures.
• Willingness to support other job functions during peak workload periods.
• Ability to work as part of a team with SMEs as technical leads.
• Hands‑on approach to building and executing test setups (with lab staff assistance).
• Ability to travel as required.
• Highly motivated team player with strong problem‑solving skills.

Location

This is an in‑person role requiring active participation in lab activities.

Travel Requirements

Candidates should be prepared for occasional travel and flexible collaboration across team. Up to 4–5 trips per year to Lenox lab (approx. 4 days per trip).

Salary

The salary range for this position is $78,000 USD to $84,000 USD annually. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on various factors, including without limitation applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location.

Benefits

This role is eligible to participate in EPRI’s annual incentive program. The amount of incentive varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the plan.

This role is eligible to participate in EPRI’s standard employee benefit programs, which currently include the following: medical, dental, vision, 401k, STD/LTD and paid family leave, life and accident insurance, paid time off (flexible vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay).

E-Verify & Equal Opportunity

EPRI participates in E‑Verify, an online system operated jointly by the Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration (SSA). EPRI uses the system to check the work status of new hires by comparing information from the employee's I‑9 form against SSA and Department of Homeland Security databases.

EPRI is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/Disabled

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