Test Engineer | Petoskey, MI

Salary Range: $72,000 - $109,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling as a test engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in the Petoskey area seeking skilled Test Engineers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Test Engineer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Petoskey in Emmet County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Harbor Springs, Boyne City, Charlevoix, and East Jordan.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Petoskey region seeking Test Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates - not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Usual Responsibilities

• Work with design and production teams to resolve defects.
• Calibrate and maintain test equipment on the floor.
• Support root cause analysis for field and line failures.
• Train technicians on test methods and equipment use.
• Write and maintain test procedures for production hardware.
• Build and troubleshoot test fixtures and test stations.
• Run functional and environmental tests on manufactured products.
• Analyze test data and document failures in reports.

Recommended Qualifications

• Familiarity with statistical analysis of test results.
• Strong written documentation and reporting skills.
• Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or related engineering field.
• Experience writing test plans and procedures for manufactured products.
• Hands-on work with data acquisition and test instrumentation.
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings.

Bonus Qualifications

• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Experience in a high-volume production environment.
• Certification in quality or testing methods.
• Experience with automated test systems and scripting.
• Knowledge of environmental and reliability testing standards.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Hardware Test Engineer, Reliability Engineer, Test Development Engineer, Process Test Engineer, Manufacturing Test Engineer, Product Test Engineer, Validation Engineer, Quality Test Engineer

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 at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network 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.