Test Engineer | Otsego, MI

Salary Range: $74,000 - $111,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling in test engineer? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Otsego seeking skilled Test Engineers.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Otsego that are adding Test Engineers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute test plans and test cases for manufactured products.
• Perform functional, performance, and reliability testing on new and existing products.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and document them clearly in bug tracking systems.
• Collaborate with R&D, production, and quality assurance teams to resolve issues.
• Develop and maintain test automation scripts and frameworks.
• Create and maintain test documentation, including test procedures and reports.
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on testability.
• Troubleshoot and debug hardware and software issues encountered during testing.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience in developing and executing test plans for manufactured products.
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks and tools relevant to manufacturing processes.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance principles and methodologies.
• Experience with data analysis and defect tracking systems.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.

Bonus Qualifications

• - Experience with automated test equipment (ATE) programming and maintenance
• - Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) principles and software
• - Knowledge of Six Sigma or Lean manufacturing methodologies
• - Experience with scripting languages for test automation (e.g., Python, LabVIEW)
• - Understanding of hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing methodologies

Job Titles That Should Apply

Software Tester, QA Tester, Quality Assurance Tester, Automation Tester, Test Automation Engineer, Software Quality Engineer, QA Analyst, Software Test Analyst, Performance Tester, Load Tester, Security Tester, Manual Tester, Functional Tester, Integration Tester, System Tester, Acceptance Tester, UAT Tester, Mobile Tester, Web Tester, Application Tester, Release Tester, Test Lead, QA Lead, Senior Test Engineer, Junior Test Engineer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.