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# Lead Electrical Engineer Test & Automation

- **Company:** iCIMS
- **Location:** Coopersburg, PA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, AutoCAD, Altium Designer, Automation of Tests, Code Coverage, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Health Information Management, Python (Programming Language), LabVIEW, Scripting, Eplan, ICIMS
- **Published:** August 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.disabledperson.com/jobs/74342668-lead-electrical-engineer-test-automation

## About the Role

* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Computer Engineering.
 * Minimum, cumulative GPA of 3.00 for all degrees earned.
 * 8+ years of hands-on experience in electrical design and automation for tooling and test systems.
 * 2+ years of direct supervision experience, preferably supervising engineers.
 * Proven leadership in technical development and process improvement.
 * Experience with CAD tools for electrical design (e.g., Altium, AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN).
 * Willingness to travel globally up to 10% of the time., * Strong understanding of electrical standards, safety codes, and instrumentation.
 * Experience programming PLCs, HMIs, and industrial controllers for automated test and tooling systems is a plus.
 * Familiarity with LabVIEW, Python, or other scripting languages for test automation.

## Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Electrical Engineer to join our Custom Manufacturing Tooling Engineering team based in Coopersburg, PA. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong background in electrical design, automation systems, and test equipment development. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining automated test systems and tooling solutions that support product validation, manufacturing, and quality assurance., * Identify and drive the evaluation of new manufacturing technologies.

 * Supervise and mentor electrical engineers in all aspects of their career.
 * Lead the development and standardization of reusable tooling and test equipment architectures, including electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and BOMs.
 * Design and develop electrical and automation systems for test fixtures, tooling, and validation equipment.
 * Develop and evolve engineering processes, driving change across the organization.
 * Drive improvement initiatives to enhance test coverage, reliability, and efficiency.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, software, manufacturing, Quality) to define test requirements and tooling specifications.
 * Integrate sensors, actuators, and instrumentation into test setups for data acquisition and control.
 * Ensure compliance with safety standards, industry regulations, and internal quality requirements.
 * Support root cause analysis and troubleshooting of test equipment failures or anomalies.
 * Provide technical documentation, training, and support to production and engineering teams.
 * Leverage proven problem-solving and project management capabilities to move initiatives from concept to completion.


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