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Senior Test Engineer

Columbus McKinnon


Job Location:

Menomonee Falls, WI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 19 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Summary/Overview

The Senior Test Engineer designs specifies and procures equipment materials hardware and software to test products manufactured distributed or sold by the company in accordance with company policies and procedures. This role also involves leading high impact projects for New Product Development and keeping the current test equipment in working condition ensuring the highest standards of quality and efficiency in testing processes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Develop and review precise test specifications and prepare efficient test procedures based on these specifications.
  • Specify and design test fixtures and procure necessary materials parts equipment etc. with identifying opportunities for automation
  • Create and maintain test fixture documentation via appropriate software tools (CAD schematics Bills of Materials replacement parts lists etc.).
  • Maintain test procedures and equipment according to departmental procedures and in compliance with ISO standards.
  • Act as a technical resource to manufacturing and other departments to address and resolve test and related issues.
  • Interact with vendors on test issues ensuring satisfactory resolution.
  • Submit accurate and timely Engineering Change Requests as required.
  • Process purchase requisitions as needed.
  • Complete special projects as assigned.
  • Maintain technical competency and remain current in technology and changes in the industry.
  • Complete and maintain all required paperwork records documents etc.
  • Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations. Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.
Knowledge Skills Competencies and Abilities

Core Competencies

  • Execution and accountability for delivering results
  • Integrity and adherence to company policies and ethics
  • Innovation and adaptability in testing methods and processes
  • Strong customer focus (internal and external)
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong functional/technical expertise in testing systems
  • Analytical problem-solving skills
  • Team collaboration and relationship-building abilities

Technical Skills

  • Proficiency in automated test systems
  • Ability to operate electronic test equipment and measuring devices
  • Familiarity with CAD tools schematics and documentation systems
  • Understanding of ISO and quality management systems
  • Experience or familiarity in NI LabVIEW for automated test development is a plus

Other Abilities

  • Ability to read and interpret technical documents procedures and safety instructions
  • Strong mathematical and analytical skills (algebra geometry calculations)
  • Ability to work with tools equipment and standard office systems
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree in engineering or related field
  • 5 years of related experience
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
  • Valid drivers license

Required Experience:

Senior IC


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