Test Engineer The Test Engineer is responsible for overseeing the final test department by executing, analyzing, and maintaining electrical and mechanical test processes for medium and high-voltage power cables. This role ensures products meet applicable standards, customer specifications, and internal quality requirements through rigorous testing, data analysis, and process control.
Key Responsibilities:
Supervision: responsible for supervision of the final test operators as well as technical (hands-on testing and diagnostics) and procedural (ensuring cables are tested per specification and industry standards).Testing and Validation: perform electrical testing, including:
- Partial Discharge (PD) testingAC Withstand testing
- Insulation resistance and continuity testing
- Conduct mechanical and physical tests:
- Tensile strength and elongation
- Dimensional verification
- Validate cable performance against applicable industry standards (UL 1072, ANSI/ICEA S-97-682, ANSI/ICEA S-94-649, AEIC CS8)
- Process Control & Quality Assurance:
- Ensure adherence to documented quality control procedures and test methods
- Monitor critical test parameters and identify deviations or anomalies
- Support nonconformance investigations and corrective actions (RCA, CAPA)
- Maintain traceability of test results to material lots and production runs
- Equipment & Calibration:
- Set up, operate, and troubleshoot high-voltage test equipment
- Ensure all test instruments are calibrated and maintained per schedule
- Assist in validation and commissioning of new test systems.
- Data Analysis & Reporting:
- Record, analyze, and interpret test data for compliance and trends to ensure Certified Test Reports are completed on time.
- Support internal audits and customer inspections with accurate documentation.
- Continuous Improvement:
- Identify opportunities to improve test efficiency, accuracy, and repeatability
- Support implementation of new testing methods or technologies
- Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve quality issues
- EducationAS/BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (Equivalent experience in cable testing environments may be considered)
- Experience 1-3 years in cable manufacturing, high-voltage testing, or related field
- Hands-on experience with MV/HV cable testing (PD, AC withstand preferred)
- Familiarity with industry standards ((UL 1072, ANSI/ICEA S-97-682, ANSI/ICEA S-94-649, AEIC CS8) Skills RequiredDetail-oriented with strong analytical thinkingEffective communication with cross-functional teams and stakeholdersAbility to work independently and in cross-functional teams
- Strong understanding of electrical test principles and insulation systems (XLPE, EPR)
- Experience with high-voltage test equipment and safety practices
- Ability to read and interpret technical specifications and test standards
- Working knowledge of quality systems (ISO 9001 preferred)
- May require shift work or overtime based on production demands
- In summary, this role bridges engineering, quality, and production, ensuring every cable released has been validated electrically, mechanically, and procedurally before reaching the customer.
