Electrical Test Engineering Manager

Electrical Test Engineering Manager at Sterling Engineering Electrical Test Engineering Manager at Sterling Engineering in JURUPA VALLEY, California Posted in 8 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Electrical Test Engineering Manager Fontana, CA (Onsite) Up to $135,000 base salary + 10% bonus Direct Hire Overview A global manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Electrical Test Engineering Manager to lead electrical testing operations supporting the production of PDUs, switchgear, and enclosure-based power distribution systems for data center infrastructure. This is a hands-on leadership role focused heavily on electrical testing execution, troubleshooting, and team management within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will come from a power equipment, switchgear, or substation testing background and have experience leading technical teams in high-power electrical manufacturing environments. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of 8-10 test engineers and technicians Oversee all electrical testing activities for enclosure-based power systems Manage testing schedules and coordinate with Engineering and Production teams Support final product testing and front-end panel testing activities Provide technical guidance, troubleshooting support, and root cause analysis Review and approve test procedures, reports, schematics, and documentation Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards and testing protocols Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve testing efficiency and quality Support hands-on functional and power testing when needed Testing Scope Includes Medium-voltage switchgear and breakers Protective relays and relay panels Power distribution systems within enclosures Communication systems and HMIs Panelboards and automatic transfer switches HVAC and auxiliary electrical systems Qualifications 5+ years of experience in electrical or power equipment testing Strong background in switchgear, relays, breakers, substations, or enclosure systems Experience leading or managing test engineering or technician teams Hands-on experience with AC/DC functional and power testing Ability to troubleshoot complex electrical systems Knowledge of

NEC, IEEE

standards, and electrical safety practices Technical degree or equivalent experience in an electrical or power-related field NETA certification is a plus Why Apply? Direct hire opportunity with a growing global manufacturer Competitive compensation package with bonus potential High-impact role supporting rapidly growing data center infrastructure projects Strong leadership visibility and cross-functional collaboration Opportunity to lead testing operations in a cutting-edge power manufacturing environment Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.