Production Test Engineer

Production Test Engineer

Join Atlas Copco Compressors LLC as a Production Test Engineer, playing a vital role in assuring the superior quality, reliability, and safety of our compressor systems. This position offers a unique opportunity to spearhead the design and optimization of advanced testing strategies that guarantee product excellence and foster continuous manufacturing improvements.

Role and Responsibilities

• Lead the creation, implementation, and enhancement of comprehensive testing protocols that maximize product integrity, throughput efficiency, and adherence to all safety and industry standards.
• Initiate and oversee pilot testing initiatives leveraging cutting-edge technologies and advanced data analytics to improve test accuracy, reduce costs, and promote a safer working environment.
• Evaluate feasibility and manage projects related to new testing equipment integration, test floor layout optimization, and automation implementation to support scalable production processes.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Manufacturing to standardize and refine testing methodologies that enhance reliability and quality.
• Conduct detailed mechanical and electrical testing on compressors and dryers, ensuring precision and compliance with strict standard operating procedures.
• Monitor key test parameters such as vibration, pressure, and temperature to assess equipment health and contribute to proactive maintenance and quality control.
• Design, configure, and maintain sophisticated test setups involving electrical and mechanical interfaces and auxiliary systems that simulate authentic operational conditions.
• Prepare detailed, accurate documentation and reports of testing activities using specialized software tools to support traceability, auditing, and continual quality improvement.
• Manage calibration schedules and perform preventive maintenance for all test apparatus, safeguarding the consistency and integrity of test results over production cycles.
• Serve as an expert liaison, effectively communicating complex test data and insights to engineering and operations teams to facilitate rapid issue resolution and improvement.
• Supervise the final quality assurance process, ensuring every product complies with company standards and customer expectations before shipment.
• Champion a culture of safety within the test environment by enforcing compliance with all corporate policies and government regulations to protect personnel and assets.

Leadership and Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Engage closely with Process Engineering, Assembly, Quality, and Operations teams to align test engineering activities with production objectives and quality targets.
• Provide expert training, mentorship, and support to manufacturing and testing personnel to improve skills, safety awareness, and quality standards.
• Lead and participate in organization-wide workshops and innovation programs to encourage knowledge exchange and adoption of industry best practices.

Commitment to Innovation and Growth

• Stay current with emerging trends in testing technologies, automation, and process improvements relevant to compressor manufacturing and allied sectors.
• Proactively identify and campaign for the adoption of new tools, software, and automation systems that enhance testing operations and production efficiency.
• Contribute strategically to the evolution of the test engineering function, ensuring its alignment with long-term business goals and operational resilience.

To succeed, you will need

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Your unique perspective can drive innovation and enrich our collaborative team culture.

Essential Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in industrial testing environments, ideally within compressor manufacturing, rotating machinery, or heavy industrial equipment sectors.
• Proven ability to design, implement, and manage intricate testing systems that uphold safety standards and operational excellence.

Educational Requirements

A master's degree or advanced qualifications in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Engineering Sciences, or a closely related discipline is highly advantageous. Candidates with significant practical experience coupled with relevant academic credentials will be strongly considered.

Core Competencies

• Highly self-motivated with advanced interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across organizational levels.
• Adaptable leadership style blending decisive action with team inspiration and support.
• Analytical thinker with keen attention to detail and a methodical approach to complex problem-solving.
• Strong accountability with a proactive mindset focused on measurable operational outcomes.
• Strategic intellect comfortable interpreting both shop floor realities and overarching business strategies.
• Resilience and resourcefulness to confidently meet evolving manufacturing challenges.
• Ability to cultivate and leverage robust internal and external professional relationships.

In return, we offer

• Join a vibrant and inclusive corporate culture grounded in mutual respect, trust, and open communication, where diverse contributions are valued and recognized.
• Benefit from a comprehensive suite of career development initiatives, including ongoing learning programs, specialized technical training, and clearly defined progression pathways within a globally respected leader in compressor technology.
• Engage in an innovative and creative environment focused on investing in state-of-the-art technology and encouraging pioneering ideas that shape the future of the industry.
• Receive a competitive salary complemented by an attractive benefits package, flexible perks, and a company-supported 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions to secure your financial wellbeing.
• Access extensive health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, alongside family-friendly leave policies that support balanced work-life integration.
• Utilize tuition reimbursement programs designed to support your continuous educational and professional certification endeavors, fostering lifelong learning and career advancement.
• Enjoy generous paid time off including multiple weeks of vacation, fixed public holidays, and additional floating holidays for personal and family needs.
• Collaborate daily with highly skilled colleagues implementing innovative manufacturing methodologies within a global organization deeply committed to sustainability, operational excellence, and social responsibility.
• Thrive in a workplace that prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, actively promoting accessibility and equitable opportunities for all to succeed and grow professionally.

Job location

This exciting role is based at our cutting-edge manufacturing facility located in Rockhill, South Carolina, USA. We offer a modern hybrid working arrangement combining remote work flexibility with important on-site collaboration to support a balanced, inclusive, and adaptive working environment tailored to the needs of our diverse workforce.