Project Test Engineer

Overview

Drive the strategy and execution of advanced automated test systems that enable successful new product introduction and scalable manufacturing. In this role, you will lead cross‑functional efforts to ensure product testability from design through production, delivering high‑quality, cost‑effective, and reliable test solutions that improve speed to market and operational performance across Rockwell Automation’s manufacturing environment. The position is hybrid, located at either Milwaukee or Mequon, WI, and reports to the Manager of Manufacturing Test Engineering.

• Provide technical leadership to improve automated test processes for new product pilots and prototypes.
• Lead cross‑functional teams to design, deploy, and support automated manufacturing test systems.
• Participate in product design reviews and provide design‑for‑test feedback to ensure testability and coverage.
• Develop test plans for completed assemblies based on product requirements.
• Manage projects across product lines, including timelines, deliverables, and cost targets.
• Develop and manage project budgets, capital expenditures, and financial performance for test initiatives.
• Lead procurement, installation, consolidation, and retirement of test equipment.
• Design electrical test systems, select components and instrumentation, and collaborate with vendors.
• Develop and debug test software to control electrical and mechanical test systems.
• Create and release documentation including test specifications, schematics, BOMs, and user guides.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma tools to drive test system qualification, problem solving, and continuous improvement.
• Provide technical support to resolve complex test system issues and minimize production downtime.
• Lead process improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
• Mentor and guide team members on test system design, strategies, and best practices.

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.; no visa sponsorship.

• Minimum of 8 years of experience as a test engineer in a team‑oriented, multi‑project environment.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or Electrical Engineering/Computer Science.
• Experience designing and developing test equipment for production.
• Ability to evaluate a product and develop a testing solution across multiple disciplines (electrical, mechanical, software).
• Proficiency in developing software using languages such as C, C++, C#, NI Test Stand, Visual Basic, and PLC programming.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communications in English.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Self‑directed and able to adapt to changes in priority and scope.

• Health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Parental and caregiver leave
• Flexible work schedule and hybrid policy

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