Senior Test and Manufacturing Automation Engineer

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Radford, VA, USA
In-Office
84K-130K Annually
Senior level
Energy • Renewable Energy
The Role
Develops, maintains, and improves automated test and manufacturing equipment, software, fixtures, processes, and databases for global factories. Supports new product introduction, troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, quality improvements, data collection, standard work, and design-for-manufacturability/testability activities. Collaborates with R&D, manufacturing engineering, production teams, suppliers, and global colleagues. Requires strong electrical, mechanical, controls, software, CAD, measurement, and data-acquisition expertise.
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Work Model: This is a fully onsite role, with work performed at your designated Regal Rexnord office.

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Position Overview:

The Senior Test and Manufacturing Automation Engineer is responsible for upgrading, developing, and maintaining customized automation equipment, processes, programs, and databases for global factories. They work with both R&D and operations to support New Product Introduction as well as improve operational efficiency and quality.

The engineer is responsible for the test analysis, software development, and maintenance of test equipment, programs, and fixtures related to the development, fabrication and production of products. These products will include electromagnetic devices such as motors as well as higher-level assemblies that may include motors, gears, lead screws, etc.  

Key Responsibilities:
  • Maintain operations support with an analytical mindset to help Deep Dive data for quality issues and develop robust corrective actions
  • Troubleshoot and determine root cause/corrective action (RCCA)
  • Design and modify a wide array of automated test and manufacturing/process equipment with regards to electrical schematics, mechanical CAD, test software, and SQL/MySQL databases
  • Work with new and innovative equipment to maintain any system or process with the understanding of production requirements
  • Support the implementation of Standard Work
  • Perform necessary Quality checks and data collection
  • Work with development team, manufacturing engineers as well as production personnel to resolve technical issues that are identified through the development and manufacturing process.
  • Provide Design for Manufacturability/Testability feedback to the design team. 
  • Participation in activities pertaining to product evaluation test, including ABS events, design review meetings, meetings with suppliers, as required.
  • Store final Test Spec and Gauge R&R results in SVN
Critical Competencies:
  • Drives Innovation and Growth: can identify automation opportunities to improve quality and throughput and provide management with timely and accurate estimates for time and cost
  • Is flexible and works parallel paths to execute projects on time
  • Charts the Course: Has a deep understanding of business needs, quickly prioritizes the critical few, engages multiple leaders in assessing and responding to the impact of change; helps others
  • Leads through ABS: Sets high expectations for results; sets a personal example for accountability and drives for results
  • Must be a motivated, self-directed, team player, expected to actively communicate with colleagues across the world
  • Must be able to read and work to blueprints, work instructions, and schematics to troubleshoot problems or make required changes
  • Must have good computer skills (must be familiar with MS office, Excel, etc.)
  • Must have strong written and oral communication skills for direct and frequent communication with internal and external customers and suppliers. 
  • Familiar with various industry standard machine communication protocol
Required Skills and Qualifications:

BS of Engineering, Physics, Mechatronics, Automation, Controls, Robotics, or Computer Science required

5 years minimum work experience

  • Strong LabVIEW, C++, C#, Matlab, or VB experience
  • CAD software design experience (e.g. AutoCAD, Solidworks, Inventor, or Pro-Engineer)
  • Strong electrical, mechanical, and controls background is required to troubleshoot systems, machinery, and test equipment
  • Experience using precision measurement devices and data acquisition (analog, digital I/O, temperature, etc.)
  • This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).  As a result, all applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of ITAR.  ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., Green Card Holder), Political Asylee, or Refugee
  • Ability to pass vision and color eye test or correct vision or color-blindness through some means.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

3 or more years work experience in automation and controls

2 years of experience with electric motors and/or rotating machinery

  • Familiar with database structure and SQL language
  • Familiar with various industry standard machine communication protocol
  • Experience using precision measurement devices and data acquisition (analog, digital I/O, temperature, etc.)
  • Experience reading and working to blueprints, work instructions, and schematics to troubleshoot problems or make required changes
  • Experience with pneumatic or hydraulic systems

Work Type: Onsite: -This role follows an Onsite Work Schedule and requires working from your designated Regal Rexnord office on a full‑time basis.

Expected Base Salary Range: [$83,500 - $129,800]  

The salary range provided is intended to display the value of the company's base pay compensation for this position. Salary is dependent on a multitude of factors, including but not limited to the physical worksite location, the geographic market of that location, candidate's skill set, level of experience, education and internal peer compensation comparisons among other potential factors.

This role may be filled at different levels depending on the candidate’s experience, skills, and business needs. 

  • Restrictions imposed by federal export control laws may limit this job opportunity to candidates who are a ‘U.S. Person’, which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted asylum in the United States, and refugees in the United States, or who otherwise can qualify for a license that permits them to hold the position.
  • Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship to obtain or keep U.S. work authorization.
Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
  • Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
  • Paid Leaves
  • Tuition Assistance

About Regal Rexnord

Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company’s automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools.

The Company’s end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture.

Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com.


Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.  If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email [email protected]. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail [email protected].

Equal Employment Opportunity Posters
Notification to Agencies: Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("Regal Rexnord") do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Physics, Mechatronics, Automation, Controls, Robotics, or Computer Science
  • Minimum 5 years of work experience
  • Strong experience with LabVIEW, C++, C#, MATLAB, or Visual Basic
  • CAD software design experience, such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, or Pro/Engineer
  • Strong electrical, mechanical, and controls background for troubleshooting systems, machinery, and test equipment
  • Experience with precision measurement devices and data acquisition, including analog, digital I/O, and temperature
  • Must be a U.S. Person under ITAR requirements
  • Ability to pass vision and color vision testing, or correct vision or color-blindness
  • Three or more years of experience in automation and controls
  • Two years of experience with electric motors or rotating machinery
  • Familiarity with database structure and SQL
  • Familiarity with industry-standard machine communication protocols
  • Experience reading blueprints, work instructions, and schematics
  • Experience with pneumatic or hydraulic systems

Regal Rexnord Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Regal Rexnord and has not been reviewed or approved by Regal Rexnord.

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage includes PPO and high-deductible/HSA options plus dental, vision, and prescription coverage, with FSA/HSA and wellness or tobacco-free incentives. These offerings are described consistently on the company’s careers pages.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with employer match is included alongside life and AD&D, plus short- and long-term disability coverage. Recent postings reiterate the 401(k) match as part of the standard package.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental and family leave, adoption assistance, and an Employee Assistance Program are part of the package. Several materials also reference floating holidays that complement core leave options.

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The Company
HQ: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
8,232 Employees
Year Founded: 1955

What We Do

All 29k+ associates at Regal Rexnord have a shared purpose: Create a better tomorrow by energy-efficiently converting power into motion. We are a leading, global manufacturer of airflow, motion control, power transmission, and power generation solutions used in commercial, industrial and residential settings. You may not know it, but Regal Rexnord impacts your life every day. Our products enable the fans in HVAC systems that keep us comfortable; the power source that keeps smart buildings running; the agricultural and food service equipment that keeps us fed; and the conveyor systems that keep e-commerce flowing. Regal Rexnord is comprised of four operating segments: Motion Control Solutions, Climate Solutions, Commercial Systems and Industrial Systems. Regal Rexnord is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and has manufacturing, sales, and service facilities worldwide. For more information, visit RegalRexnord.com.

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