Controls Test Technician

Technical Inspector / Controls & Equipment Testing Specialist Position Summary

The Technical Inspector is responsible for ensuring finished capital equipment meets internal quality standards and customer expectations prior to shipment. This role views the product through the lens of the customer, with the ultimate goal of first‑time installation success at the customer’s site.

This is a hands‑on, technical role focused on running, testing, troubleshooting, and programming capital equipment on the production floor. This position is not a traditional quality control (QC) role and does not perform cosmetic or checklist‑based inspections. Instead, the Technical Inspector verifies full machine functionality, safety, and performance, and supports engineering through advanced PLC and HMI troubleshooting and programming.

• Run, operate, and test completed capital equipment prior to shipment to verify full functionality, safety compliance, and performance against customer requirements
• Validate that machines operate as intended under real‑world conditions and meet expectations for first‑time installation and startup at the customer site
• Perform technical inspections of components and systems to determine conformance or non‑conformance

• Troubleshoot, debug, and program PLC and HMI systems as needed to support machine testing and performance validation
• Work with commonly used PLC platforms, including Siemens and Allen‑Bradley (AB)
• Support engineering by identifying control‑related issues during testing and implementing programming updates or improvements
• This role requires true PLC programming capability, not just basic edits or parameter changes

• Record and analyze test results and performance data
• Compile inspection and test data for engineering, production, and other stakeholders
• Develop, document, and maintain inspection procedures and protocols to ensure consistency and efficiency

• Collaborate with engineering, production, and other internal teams to provide technical expertise during equipment testing and troubleshooting
• Provide recommendations for equipment improvements or upgrades based on testing outcomes
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior inspectors or team members, as needed

• Maintain and calibrate testing and measurement equipment to ensure accurate and reliable results
• Ensure testing tools and equipment are properly maintained and ready for use

• 5+ years of experience in a technical inspection, equipment testing, or controls‑focused role
• Strong experience running, testing, and troubleshooting capital equipment
• PLC programming experience required, including troubleshooting and debugging logic
• Experience with Siemens and Allen‑Bradley PLCs (or other major PLC platforms)
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and controls aptitude
• Proficiency using computers, software tools, and technical measurement equipment
• Ability to work independently, make decisions, and follow established technical procedures
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify functional or performance issues
• Ability to stand for extended periods, climb ladders, and work hands‑on with equipment

• Background supporting engineering or production teams in a manufacturing environment
• Experience supporting machine startups, FAT testing, or pre‑shipment validation