Job Description
Test Engineer
Job Location:  West Columbia
Division:  Operations
Work Model:  On Site
Full-Time/Part-Time:  Full Time
Contract Type:  Permanent
Job Req ID:  1931

As a Test Engineer, you will play a key role in validating and improving ABB E-mobility's next-generation DC fast charging solutions. You will contribute to the development, verification, and release of innovative products by leading testing activities across new product introduction (NPI), manufacturing, and product validation.
Working closely with Engineering, Product Management, Manufacturing, Quality, and Service teams, you will help ensure our products meet the highest standards of performance, reliability, safety, and customer satisfaction.

 

Your Responsibilities:

  • Lead End-of-Line (EOL) and New Product Introduction (NPI) testing activities for DC Fast Chargers manufactured in the United States
  • Execute product validation, including performance, thermal, reliability, environmental, and compliance testing
  • Design and perform hardware and software integration tests while troubleshooting system, hardware, and firmware issues
  • Conduct root cause analysis and failure investigations to support continuous product improvement
  • Support firmware validation, regression testing, feature verification, and release readiness activities
  • Own and maintain test plans, test procedures, and test case repositories throughout the product lifecycle
  • Develop and enhance automated test solutions to improve manufacturing efficiency, product quality, and test coverage
  • Support the development and maintenance of manufacturing test fixtures, laboratory equipment, and validation environments

 

Preferred Tools & Technologies:

  • Python scripting and test automation (mandatory)
  • Embedded Linux systems (mandatory)
  • Git version control and Bash scripting(mandatory)
  • API testing tools such as Postman or Insomnia
  • Industrial communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet, MQTT, TCP/IP) (mandatory)
  • PLC programming and industrial automation systems
  • Hardware prototyping platforms such as Arduino and Raspberry Pi
  • Laboratory instrumentation and data acquisition systems

 

Qualifications for the Role:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent experience will also be considered
  • 2+ years of experience in test engineering, product validation, verification, or product development within a manufacturing or product development environment
  • Hands-on experience with electrical, electronic, power conversion, or industrial systems, including testing products connected to low-voltage or medium-voltage power systems
  • Familiarity with Design of Experiments (DOE), test methodologies, data analysis techniques, and root cause investigation
  • Knowledge of applicable industry standards and regulations, including UL, NEC, and NFPA requirements (nice to have)
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and work with embedded or Linux-based systems
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills, combined with a hands-on and proactive approach in laboratory and manufacturing environments
  • Ability to travel up to 20%, work on-site, and be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

 

What We Offer
At ABB E-mobility, we're enabling a more sustainable future by delivering innovative EV charging solutions across the globe. Join a team of passionate engineers and technology leaders who are shaping the future of transportation through cutting-edge technology, collaboration, and continuous innovation.
ABB E-mobility is a global leader in electric vehicle charging solutions, delivering reliable, innovative, and scalable technologies that support the transition to sustainable transportation. With a growing global footprint and a strong commitment to innovation, we are helping build the infrastructure of tomorrow.

Information at a Glance

Operations

Welcome to Operations, where strategic supply chain management and operational excellence meet. Our teams focus on supply chain strategy, vendor partnerships, and KPI tracking to ensure cost-effective operations. We manage transitions to mass production and fulfill European and North American demand from our factories in San Giovanni Valdarno, Italy and Phoenix, USA whilst optimizing the global value chain. Within Operations advanced capabilities drive quality standards and continuous improvement, while HSE ensures safety and environmental compliance. Warranty management and PMO lead operational projects aligned with strategic goals.