Test Development Engineer - Mechanical
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
نُشرت قبل 7 أيام
عن الوظيفة
Eaton has been a key player in the Middle East for 40 years. In July 2024, we announced the construction of a new sustainable campus in Dubai, which will bring together our commercial, manufacturing, and support functions, providing room for future growth.
About Eaton
Eaton is a power management company where we provide energy-efficient solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power more efficiently, safely and sustainably. Eaton is dedicated to improving the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technology and services. Eaton has approximately 96,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 175 countries.
We are looking for a Test Development Engineer – Mechanical to design and deliver innovative test fixtures, automated test equipment (ATE), and mechanical interfaces supporting the manufacturing test of electronic printed circuit boards, sub assemblies, and finished products. This hands on role combines mechanical design, automation, supplier coordination, testing, and validation. You will play a key role in improving product quality, reliability, and manufacturing efficiency while advancing new technologies and reducing operator dependency in test processes.
What you’ll do:
- Translate product design requirements into manufacturable solutions, ensuring Design for Manufacturing (DFM) alignment with R&D teams.
- Develop and standardize industrialization methodologies, processes and best practices, contributing to manufacturing engineering knowledge and capability
- Design, integrate, validate, and commission mechanical test fixtures and interfaces for PCBAs, sub assemblies, and finished products.
- Ensure test equipment complies with Eaton MESH (Health, Safety & Environment) standards and is safe and ergonomic to use by using technical engineering skillset..
- Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to validate fixture strength, durability, and performance using innovative engineering solutions to address complex challenges.
- Support or lead the development of local suppliers in the Middle East for fixture fabrication and automation solutions.
- Develop innovative mechanical and automation concepts to improve repeatability and reduce manual intervention in testing.
- Create and maintain engineering documentation, including drawings, calculations, reports, and validation records.
- Develop and support Verification & Validation (V&V) activities, including fixture qualification and strain gauge testing.
- Collaborate closely with Test Development, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to solve technical challenges and drive continuous improvement.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree - Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering (or equivalent).
- 5+ years of experience designing and manufacturing mechanical or automation jigs, fixtures, or test equipment.
- Strong hands on experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
Skills:
- Practical experience with FEA and strain measurement techniques.
- Solid understanding of engineering calculations for design verification.
- Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and PCB layouts.
- Experience with Siemens NX, Creo, or Teamcenter.
- Knowledge of DFMA, Lean, 5S, and DFSS methodologies.
- Familiarity with fabrication methods (sheet metal, plastics, machined parts).
- Exposure to automation, robotics, or AI enabled engineering tools.
- Experience with PLM systems.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work in cross functional, multicultural teams.
What we offer you:
- Being part of a company that has been in business for more than 100 years, is well known in the industry, and has a major impact on the energy industry
- Work in a company that is commitment to Inclusion & Diversity and Sustainability
- Annual mentoring program, Eaton University, a reward, and recognition system
- Ongoing Learning and Career Development Opportunities in a global company. Build your career and apply internally for our open positions worldwide
- Strong, agile and diverse team locally and globally
- Strong processes and state-of-the-art systems and tools
- Structured employee development processes, open feedback culture with development plans
- Detailed induction support and well-structured onboarding
- Balance your work and life with a hybrid worktime model
Living and Working in Dubai
Dubai is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city known for its modern architecture, luxurious lifestyle, and rich cultural heritage. Living and working in Dubai offers an exceptional quality of life with world-class amenities, a safe environment, and a thriving expatriate community. Experience a dynamic blend of work and leisure in one of the world’s most exciting cities.
Ready to make a difference? Join Eaton’s Dubai Team and be part of a company shaping the future of sustainable manufacturing and power management!
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.
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