Test Development Engineer - Mechanical

What you’ll do:

• 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.
• Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to validate fixture strength, durability, and performance.
• 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