G&W Electric

Test Engineer

G&W Electric$144K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or foreign equivalent.
  • Five years of experience in a related engineering role.
  • Illinois PE certification required.
  • Experience with special application transformers (Rectifier, traction, Hazardous location).
  • Certification in Lean Six Sigma, Red X, or similar problem-solving methodologies.
  • Experience with high voltage systems (38 kV or above).
  • Familiarity with IEC, IEEE, and other relevant electrical standards.

Responsibilities

  • Perform engineering testing to improve laboratory facilities.
  • Verify tests are executed correctly and provide input for testing capabilities.
  • Write and distribute test reports with conclusions appropriately.
  • Enhance existing testing standards and solutions for non-standard testing.
  • Provide technical input for new equipment specifications and investment alternatives.
  • Develop product requirements based on validation needs and project scope.
  • Participate in design and safety reviews with actionable recommendations.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Health club membership program and reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 401 (k)
  • Annual Profit Sharing
  • Vacation
  • Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility
Full Job Description
Test Engineer

Perform engineering testing to improve laboratory at facility. Responsible for verifying tests are properly executed and provide input for development of our testing capabilities to meet the needs of future products. Ensure that test reports, with conclusions, are properly written and distributed as appropriate. Work towards improvements of existing testing standards for common tests and define solutions to safely perform non-standard testing. Provide technical input for specification of new equipment and business investment alternatives. Develop new product requirements with respect to validation needs based on project scope. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable (ANSI, IEEE, IEC, UL series and other) standards. Participate in design and safety reviews and provide recommendations. Review and approve test setups, performance, and conclusions while publishing official test reports to internal and external customers.

10% travel req'd. for high power test labs onsite review to Chalfont, PA and Arnhem, Netherlands.

Requirements : Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, foreign equivalent or closely related field.

Five (5) years of progressive post baccalaureate experience in job offered, or related occupation.

Illinois PE certification req'd.

Position requires experience in the following:
  • Special application transformer like Rectifier, traction & Hazardous location Transformers,
  • Lean Six Sigma, Red X, or other problem-solving certification,
  • Experience with high voltage, 38 kV or above,
  • IEC, IEEE, and other relevant electrical standards, and
  • Root cause analysis techniques.


Offered Salary: $144,123 per year

G&W Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Health club membership program and reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 401 (k)
  • Annual Profit Sharing
  • Vacation
  • Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility


About G&W Electric

G&W Electric is a manufacturer of electrical equipment for the power industry. The company produces a range of products including switchgear, reclosers, and distribution automation solutions. G&W Electric serves customers in the utility, industrial, and commercial markets. The company was founded in 1905 and is headquartered in Bolingbrook, Illinois.
Learn more about G&W Electric
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1905

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