Factory Test System/Lab Engineer

Location:

Bland, Virginia, United States of America

Job ID:

R0123518

Date Posted:

2026-05-15

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

Factory Test Engineer

Responsible for the technical aspects of testing products in the factory, including the definition, planning, execution, analysis, and conclusion of testing processes. Troubleshoot issues, analyze test failures and non-conformities, and provide expertise on testing procedures, equipment, and standards. Engage regularly with customers, technical experts, engineers, and manufacturing staff to enhance safety, efficiency, and accuracy while driving continuous improvements in Test Room performance.

Main Accountabilities

• Regulatory Compliance

Ensure that all testing operations comply with applicable industry international regulations (IEC, IEEE, CSA), company policies, BU test procedures, as well as ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 27001 standards.

• HSE Compliance

Ensure that all testing activities adhere to company health and safety regulations.

Prioritize and actively promote workplace safety by implementing best practices and fostering a culture of safety among team members. 

Collaborate closely with HE teams to conduct regular safety assessments and enhance safety awareness. 

Follow BU HSE Test instruction 1LAA000050.

• Test Planning and Setup

Collaborate with engineering, customers, and project teams to define and understand testing requirements, utilizing client inputs to plan and sequence tests effectively. Determine system limitations and the preferred growth path as the business expands and technology and equipment improve.

• Product Testing (including Test Data Management)

Oversee and/or execute comprehensive test procedures to ensure products meet specifications, coordinating all testing activities from preparation to completion.

Ensure smooth operations by responding to changes and resolving setup challenges.

Oversee the collection, recording, and secure storage of test data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant standards. Analyze data to generate internal and external reports.

• Test Equipment Management

Ensure the test equipment is used correctly and for its intended purpose by authorized personnel. Prevent misuse or damage. Ensure the equipment is available for maintenance and calibration to the responsible teams or external vendors at the required intervals.

• Performance Monitoring

Report test results and operational metrics promptly, maintaining accurate documentation for transparency and decision-making. Ensure availability of data to drive process improvements and ensure test accuracy and reliability.

• Failure Analysis

Contribute comprehensive failure analyses to identify root causes of product issues, employing systematic evaluation methods. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions and improve product reliability.

• Continuous Improvement

Support continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing testing processes and performance metrics to identify areas for enhancement. Collaborate with team members to implement innovative solutions that increase efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction.

• Quality Management System (QMS)

Follow Factory Quality Management System (QMS).

Team Guidance and Training

Provide guidance and training to team members on testing protocols, applicable international testing standards, and best practices, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous learning. Support the development of skills and competencies within the team to enhance overall testing performance.

Key Tasks

• Follow quality inspection cards
• Implement health and safety procedures in testing activities
• Collaborate with customers and project teams to define testing requirements
• Incorporate new system components or upgrades when the business requires
• Design and coordinate special tests from preparation to completion to meet atypical specifications.
• Provide the customer with information in response to technical inquiries.
• Collect and verify the accuracy and reliability of test results
• Prepare test results and certified test reports
• Get involved in failure analyses to identify root causes
• Analyze testing processes for continuous improvement
• Develop and implement correc