Test Engineer - Battle Creek Area

Job Description:

Test Engineer | Battle Creek, MI

Salary Range: $78,000 - $116,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Battle Creek seeking Test Engineers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. 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.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Battle Creek seeking experienced Test Engineers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute test plans for manufacturing processes and products.
• Develop and implement automated test scripts for efficiency and repeatability.
• Analyze test data, identify root causes of failures, and propose corrective actions.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to integrate testing into the product lifecycle.
• Maintain and calibrate test equipment, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
• Document test procedures, results, and recommendations in a clear and concise manner.
• Participate in design reviews to provide testing expertise and ensure testability of new products.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with scripting languages (Python, PowerShell) for test automation.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma or other lean manufacturing principles.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., JMP, Minitab, R) for interpreting test results.
• Knowledge of hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing or simulation environments.
• Experience with vision systems or other automated inspection technologies.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Test Automation Engineer, QA Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, SDET, Software Test Engineer, Automation Test Engineer, Senior Test Engineer, Lead Test Engineer, Performance Test Engineer, Manual Test Engineer

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic-they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at ;br>
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 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.

Required Skills:
Minitab
Resume
Data
Offers
Test Automation
Access
Support
Test Scripts
Lean Manufacturing
Six Sigma
ROOT
Assurance
Analysis
Powershell
Salary
Hiring
Partnerships
Corrective Actions
Recruiting
Compensation
Reviews
Inspection
Reliability
R
Manufacturing
Quality Assurance
Automation
Preparation
Data Analysis
Software
Testing
Design
Python
Communication

Salary Package:
$ 78,000.00 - 116,000.00 (US Dollar)