Test Engineering Manager

Electrical Test Engineering Manager

Location : Fontana, CA (Onsite)

Compensation : $95,000-$130,000 / year + 10% bonus

Position Summary

The Electrical Test Engineering Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing all electrical testing activities for substation control house and enclosure-based power distribution projects. Reporting to the Director of Design & Engineering, this role manages the test engineering and technician team, ensuring testing is executed safely, accurately, on schedule, and within budget.

This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone with a strong background in power equipment and switchgear testing who can balance technical execution with team leadership and continuous process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the electrical testing team responsible for testing all components within power and control enclosures (E-Houses).

Own the testing schedule and coordinate closely with Engineering and Production to align with overall project timelines.

Monitor daily testing progress, provide technical guidance, and troubleshoot critical issues as they arise.

Review project specifications, drawings, and schematics to ensure testing procedures meet all customer and regulatory requirements.

Review and approve test plans, test reports, and testing schematics for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal standards.

Ensure all completed test documentation is properly maintained, both physically and electronically, within project folders.

Develop, maintain, and continuously improve testing procedures, work instructions, and testing forms.

Oversee testing equipment inventory and ensure proper calibration, availability, and safe usage.

Lead root cause analysis and quality improvement initiatives to reduce test cycle time and improve overall efficiency.

Enforce electrical safety standards, testing protocols, and housekeeping requirements across all test areas.

Perform and support hands-on electrical testing as needed, including functional and power testing.

Testing Scope Includes

Medium-voltage switchgear and breakers

Protective relays and relay panels

Power distribution components within enclosures

Communication systems and HMIs

Panelboards and automatic transfer switches

Fire alarm and auxiliary systems

HVAC and supporting electrical systems within the enclosure

Qualifications

Technical degree or equivalent experience in an electrical or power-related field.

5+ years of experience in electrical or power equipment testing, ideally within substations, switchgear, or enclosure-based systems.

Strong hands-on experience with AC / DC functional testing of protective relays, MV switchgear, breakers, and arc-flash related systems.

Previous experience leading or managing test technicians or engineering teams.

Solid knowledge of electrical safety practices, NEC, IEEE standards, and applicable testing codes.

Experience producing and reviewing multiple detailed test reports per project (typically 8–10).

NETA certification is a plus.

Work Environment

Fully onsite role based in Fontana, CA

Hands-on shop and production testing environment

Close collaboration with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams