Electrical Engineer - Test Equipment

Electrical Engineer – Test Equipment Design & Setup Position Overview

We are seeking a
hands‑on Electrical Engineer
with strong experience in
test equipment design, setup, and integration
. The selected individual will be responsible for developing and commissioning custom test systems to support validation and production testing activities. This role requires both solid electrical engineering fundamentals and practical, hands‑on experience building and troubleshooting test setups.

This position supports a new customer initiative in
Rockford, IL
, with potential for expanded scope based on demonstrated capability and performance.

• Design and develop
  electrical test setups and fixtures
  for validation, production, and troubleshooting activities.
• Create and maintain
  electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and bills of materials (BOMs).
• Select, configure, and integrate test instrumentation including power supplies, sensors, signal conditioners, DAQs, and controllers.
• Assemble, wire, and debug
  test benches and control panels
  in lab or production environments.
• Develop and document
  test procedures, calibration instructions, and setup configurations
  .
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (mechanical, software, systems) to ensure complete and reliable test solutions.
• Support
  on‑site installation, setup, and verification
  of test systems at the customer facility.
• Diagnose and resolve
  test system performance issues
  through systematic troubleshooting.

• U.S. Citizenship
  (due to program requirements).
• Bachelor’s degree in
  Electrical Engineering
  or a related field.
• Minimum5 years of experience
  in test equipment design, setup, or integration within aerospace, industrial, or manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency in
  electrical circuits, instrumentation, and control systems
  .
• Hands‑on experience building and wiring
  test fixtures, harnesses, or control panels
  .
• Familiarity with
  electrical CAD tools
  (AutoCAD Electrical, E3, or equivalent).
• Working knowledge of
  data acquisition systems
  (e.g., NI LabVIEW, PXI, or equivalent).
• Strong analytical, documentation, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

• Experience with
  automated test systems
  or
  hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL)environments.
• Exposure to
  aerospace component testing
  or regulated electrical systems.
• Familiarity with
  PLC programming, LabVIEW scripting, or Python automation
  .
• Prior experience supporting customers or facilities in the
  Rockford, IL
  area.