Test Technician

Eaton’s IS VEH EMB division is currently seeking a Test Technician.

Eaton announced, on June 11, 2026, the intent to combine its Mobility Group (including both the Vehicle and eMobility segments) with a new company. We expect to complete this process by the end of the first half of 2027. The compensation and benefits that will initially be offered for this position are based on Eaton's plans, programs and practices. If you are offered and accept this position and are actively employed by the Mobility Group when the transaction closes, the new company will provide further details to employees concerning compensation and benefits at that time.

What you’ll do:

Position Overview:

In this role, the Test Technician is responsible for the execution of product testing, data acquisition and the reporting of component performance for Low Voltage Vehicle Controls products designed in Reynosa, MX. You will work with the internal product teams to understand testing requirements for various products. You will lead validation testing.

In this function you will:

• Work with a global cross-functional team to develop, launch new designs and provide sustaining support for switches, keypads, rotary encoder, and other commercial vehicle electrical products.
• Participate in the launch of new products following the Eaton PROLaunch stage-gate process.
• Conduct testing of product changes and new products in accordance with standards and customer requirements to confirm conformance.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement programs and activities such as Cost Out, IDEAS program, VA/VE, Lean events among others.
• Provides technical support to functional areas to solve issues, find root causes, and assemble action plans.
• Define specifications, develop, procure, and validate functional test solutions for NPI and production environment according to specification, requirements and standards of Engineering, Quality, and customer.
• Collaborate with other departments to solve issues related to software or hardware associated with test equipment
• Procure test fixtures and improvement/upgrades (CI) to existing test processes and equipment
• Collaborate with design engineering to set the number of samples, fixtures and test wire harnesses needed to complete the requested testing.
• Create and execute design verification test plans (DVP&R & PVP&Rs) (measure voltages, currents, signals, rise/ fall times etc.). Including Environmental tests; and when it is needed make test requests for EMC/EMI, Vibration, shipping test, etc.
• Create detailed test instructions based on test plans that will direct technicians how to carry out testing.
• Participate in problem-solving activities, leveraging methods like 8D, Fishbone, and 5 Why.
• times etc.).
• Support product builds, product launches, and production quality investigation as needed.
• Review and sign-off test setups prior to the start of testing that includes confirming proper calibration dates.
• Organize, analyze, and summarize testing data to incorporate into test reports.
• Direct lab technician activities for test setup, execution, and reporting.
• Maintain a collaborative working relationship with various internal groups (systems, electrical and software engineering, manufacturing, supplier development and quality) and external groups (customers, suppliers, etc).
• Proactively implement, promote, and maintain a safe working environment, through diligence in accident prevention, investigation, equipment maintenance and Zero Incident culture enforcement.
• Support, communicate and reinforce the mission, values, and culture of the organization.
• Apply appropriate Eaton Business System (EBS) processes and problem-solving tools.

When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we- as individuals and as a company - are stronger.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an automotive, electrical, mechanical, testing, machining, engineering environment. Co-op/Intern experience acceptable
• Proficient with various software tools LabVIEW4, Python, C compilers, programming environments, programming stations
• Experience in PLC programming and troubleshooting
• Basic knowledge of automotive and serial data protocols CAN, J1939, and LIN
• Basic knowledge of GIT, Bitbucket, and GitHub
• Basic working knowledge of test equipment such as AC/DC electronic loads, AC/DC power supplies, DMMs, Keysight/NI DAQs, Oscilloscopes
• Working with Environmental Chambers and have experience in basic maintenance of Environmental chambers.
• Experience with shock & vibration testing, ESD testing, and use of Instron type equipment for force/travel measurement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Good understanding of commercial vehicle markets, environmental requirements and related qualification testing required, including AIAG components (APQP, FMEA, PPAP, etc.)
• Working knowledge of automotive serial data protocols (e.g. CAN J1939, J1587, J1708, LIN, CANopen)
• Experience troubleshooting and problem-solving skills: 8D, Fishbone
• Planning and scheduling development testing, including designing test equipment, building test harnesses, creating test strategies for both validation and production testing, writing procedures and reports
• Experience working with PCBAs Microcontroller based product laboratory building, and testing new products
• Experience with troubleshooting test equipment and test systems
• Experience developing data acquisition and control systems using National Instruments, MATLAB
• Experience writing clear and concise test procedures and SOPs
• Excellent communication, collaboration, reporting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Strong ethics, values, as well as the ability to influence and impact others’ decision making
• Working knowledge of automotive standards (SAE, ISO, IATF)
• Possess 90% fluency in written and spoken English #LI-MB2

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We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.