Manufacturing Test Engineer

Manufacturing Test Engineer at RIX Industries Manufacturing Test Engineer at RIX Industries in Vallejo, California Posted in 2 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Manufacturing Test Engineer Location:

Benicia, CA (Onsite)

Employment Type:

Full-Time About the Role RIX Industries is seeking a Manufacturing Test Engineer to own, maintain, and continuously improve manufacturing test systems that support the production of advanced compressor and gas generation technologies. This role combines controls engineering, automation, testing, and manufacturing support. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining test stands, supporting production uptime, troubleshooting complex systems, and driving continuous improvements across manufacturing operations. The position works closely with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Test personnel to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient testing of mission-critical products supporting Marine, Aerospace, Defense, Energy, Industrial, Medical, and Critical Infrastructure markets. This is an an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineer who enjoys solving technical problems, improving manufacturing processes, and leading the evolution of production testing technologies. What You'll Do Own, maintain, troubleshoot, and improve manufacturing test stands and production test systems Develop and support LabVIEW-based automation and test software applications Respond to production test system issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions Lead validation, commissioning, integration, and improvement of new or modified test systems Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to integrate controls, instrumentation, and mechanical systems Create and maintain test procedures, work instructions, technical documentation, and revision-controlled records Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems including sensors, instrumentation, pumps, valves, analog and digital signals, and related field devices Develop and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts using AutoCAD Electrical Support electrical systems utilizing single- and three-phase power up to 480 VAC Assist with control system design, equipment selection, and instrumentation integration Support production, quality, purchasing, engineering, and field service teams with technical expertise Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes and safety standards including NFPA 70 and NFPA 79 Support manufacturing operations in both Benicia, CA and Sparks, NV facilities as needed Must-Have Skills and Experience (These are required for consideration.) Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related discipline Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing automation, industrial controls, production testing, or related environments Strong LabVIEW programming and troubleshooting experience Experience programming and troubleshooting PLCs and HMIs in industrial environments Experience designing, building, and troubleshooting electrical control panels up to 480 VAC (single and three phase) Proficiency creating and maintaining electrical schematics using AutoCAD Electrical Strong troubleshooting skills involving instrumentation, sensors, analog and digital signals, field devices, and electro-mechanical systems Experience supporting manufacturing production environments and responding to equipment downtime issues Working knowledge of industrial networking and TCP/IP communications Knowledge of NFPA 70 (NEC) and NFPA 79 standards Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work across engineering, manufacturing, and leadership teams Familiarity with acceptance testing methodologies commonly used in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability manufacturing environments U.S. Citizenship with no dual citizenship Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance if required Ability to travel up to 15-20% as business needs require Nice-to-Have Skills (These are preferred but not required.) Master's degree in Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related discipline 6+ years of experience developing LabVIEW applications and automated test hardware Experience with SCADA systems, robotics, motion control, or advanced automation technologies Compressor testing or compressor manufacturing experience Mechanical engineering background combined with test engineering experience Experience in Aerospace, Defense, Energy, Medical Device, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments Experience with CAD and simulation tools beyond electrical schematic development Experience leading testing strategy, test stand development, and continuous improvement initiatives Familiarity with compressed gas systems and flammable gas safety requirements Experience using Git or other version control systems for automation software development Who You Are A hands-on engineer who enjoys solving complex technical problems in manufacturing environments Highly skilled in troubleshooting, testing, controls integration, and automation systems Comfortable working both on the production floor and with engineering teams Able to communicate effectively with technicians, engineers, leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders A proactive problem-solver who can take ownership of testing systems and define best practices Motivated by continuous improvement, operational excellence, and technical innovation Someone who can balance strategic improvements with day-to-day production support responsibilities

Additional Details Schedule:

9/80 schedule, generally 7:00 AM-4:00/5:00 PM, flexible within business needs, onsite required

Salary Range:

$99,000-$121,000

Travel:

Approximately 15-20%, primarily supporting Benicia, CA and Sparks, NV operations

Certifications:

Not required; ability to obtain DoD security clearance may be required

Benefits:

PTO and 12 Paid Holidays 401(k) with company match Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Group Term Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Program