Test Engineer
Overview
The Test Engineer at Quality Electrical Systems (QES) is responsible for testing, inspection, and validation of bespoke electrical control systems designed to meet client specifications. This role ensures that all systems meet quality, safety, and performance standards prior to deployment. The position involves hands-on testing, troubleshooting, documentation, and collaboration with engineering, production, and panel teams to resolve issues and support successful project delivery.
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Key Responsibilities
Perform function testing, fault finding, load testing, load control testing, waveform testing, harmonics testing, and current injection testing (including generator and load bank setup) for custom control systems
Conduct software programming related to control systems
Process and document inspection and test data
Work on LV circuitry, PLC communications, testing, and protection relays
Carry out punch list inspections and assist with rectification work as required
Mark up drawings and test reports, ensuring adherence to controlled procedures
Maintain test equipment and load test facilities
Liaise with the Panel Supervisor regarding testing activities and issues
Assist in resolving build issues during production
Work in accordance with Quality and Health & Safety Management systems, meeting ISO 9001 requirements
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Knowledge and Experience Requirements
Previous experience in testing and inspection of electrical control panels within oil & gas or petrochemical environments
Proven electrical faultfinding experience
Thorough understanding and use of standard electrical testing equipment
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Familiarity with LV systems, PLC communications, and protection relays
Experience working within structured quality and safety frameworks such as ISO 9001
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Core Competencies
Technical testing and diagnostic expertise
Attention to detail and quality assurance
Problemsolving and fault resolution
Collaboration across engineering and production teams
Compliance with safety and quality standards
Effective communication and coordination
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Skills and Specifications
Strong handson experience with electrical testing tools and methodologies
Ability to analyze waveform, harmonics, and load test data
Proficiency in documenting and reporting test results
Working knowledge of PLC systems and electrical protection schemes
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a production environment
Strong communication skills for crossfunctional coordination
Detailoriented with a commitment to accuracy and compliance
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Key Interfaces
Engineering: Liaise with engineering staff regarding issues arising from inspections and testing
Production: Resolve issues and technical queries to ensure smooth and uninterrupted production assembly; communicate with Design Office staff for timely issue resolution
Panel Bay: Work with Design Office staff to resolve issues and technical queries during panel inspections and checks
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Physical Requirements
Regularly required to talk or hear; frequently required to sit
Occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
Specific vision abilities include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus
Ability to travel to customer sites to assist with startups, training, and service activities
About Quality Electrical Systems
Quality Electrical Systems is an electrical equipment manufacturer in West Jordan, UT. Our state-of-the-art facilities have a combined 750,000 square ft of manufacturing space and inventory space. We're an innovative company with countless years of combined experience in the industrial electrical industry. Our primary markets are data centers, oil/gas, water/wastewater, and mining and we have OEM manufacturing contracts with many major international manufactures such as GE/ABB, Yaskawa, Danfoss, TMEIC, and others. After 30 years of business, we now produce a wide variety of custom electrical products including Switchgear, PDCs, VFDs, and more that ship to customers worldwide.