Lead Lab Engineering Test Technician

• Execute testing in accordance with approved test plans, work instructions, and safety requirements.
• Set up and operate instrumentation and data acquisition systems to collect accurate test data.
• Perform equipment checkout, calibration verification, and troubleshooting to maintain test readiness.
• Support documentation of test setups, results, and observations for laboratory reports.
• Mentor junior technicians on equipment use, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Assist with process improvements, lab organization, and day-to-day operational support.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience; OR associate degree/military technical training with a minimum of 5 years; OR bachelor's degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in an automotive, electrical, mechanical, testing, machining, or engineering environment.

• Electronics, mechanics, electro-mechanics, SMT/wired PCBA component soldering/de-soldering, and computer applications, or relevant technical experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with test operations, electromechanical assembly, instrumentation, troubleshooting, and computer-based documentation.

• Previous test engineering experience supporting an engineering, research, or manufacturing organization.

• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc."

• Candidate will not need sponsorship now or in the future.

• Candidate must reside within 50 miles of Marshall, Mi. Relocation assistance is not available for this role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• AS/BS Degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Mechanical degree

• 5 years of relevant testing experience (education and co-op/intern experience accepted)

• Product Electrical and Mechanical background/experience

• Ability to work independently with moderate guidance and communicate effectively with engineers, technicians, and lab leadership.

• Previous experience in Automotive/Vehicle, Aerospace, or Industrial Automation sectors.

• Knowledge of Test Lab Equipment typically found in Engineering Product Testing Research Labs Effective communication English skills ( verbal, written).

• Experience supporting fixture fabrication, test stand assembly, or equipment modifications.
• Experience supporting multiple product lines or multiple test areas within a development lab.

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Client-provided location(s): Battle Creek, MI

Job ID: Eaton-63726Marshall

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-04-30T18:41:32