Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Manufacturing Test Engineer (Electrical)

Engagement Type: 1-Year Contract (with possible extension)

Pay Rate: $26-$32.00/hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 100% Onsite | 6:00 AM–2:00 PM (PST)

Location: Costa Mesa, CA

Position Overview

We are seeking a Test Equipment Technician to support manufacturing and test engineering operations at our Costa Mesa facility. This is an immediate need role focused on the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of test fixtures and equipment in accordance with Schneider Electric test engineering and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong electrical engineering background, hands-on test experience, and exposure to high-voltage systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of test fixtures and test equipment
• Ensure all test equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and operational
• Collaborate closely with Test Engineers to diagnose issues and resolve equipment failures
• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance tasks to maximize equipment availability, efficiency, and effectiveness
• Support workflow scheduling and complete required administrative documentation
• Ensure assigned tasks are completed accurately and within established timelines
• Adhere to all quality, safety, and engineering procedures
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree (AA/AS) in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Technology and 4+ years of related experience
• OR
• Certificate from a recognized technical trade school (or advanced military technical training) plus 4+ years of related experience
• OR
• High School Diploma or GED (required) with equivalent hands-on technical experience
• Strong hands-on experience with test equipment and electrical systems
• Ability to use electronic test and measurement equipment, including DVMs and oscilloscopes, and accurately interpret results
• Proficiency with basic hand tools and soldering techniques
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Good color vision for identifying color-coded wiring and cabling

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with high-voltage systems (up to 480V)
• Manufacturing or test environment experience
• Electrical Engineering (EE) background

Top Skills

• Test Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting
• Electrical Engineering Fundamentals
• High-Voltage Testing (480V preferred)
• Test Fixtures & Manufacturing Test Systems

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