Senior Laboratory Testing Engineer

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Job Overview Join a World-Class Engineering Laboratory At Hubbell, our engineers help develop, validate, and advance the technologies that power electrical infrastructure around the globe. As a Senior Laboratory Test Engineer, you will play a critical leadership role within one of the industry’s premier accredited testing laboratories, supporting the development of electrical utility transmission and distribution products used in demanding operating environments. This is far more than a traditional test engineering position. You will work at the intersection of product development, advanced laboratory testing, simulation, standards compliance, quality systems, and laboratory innovation. You will lead complex high-voltage and high-power test programs, develop new laboratory capabilities, influence long-term technical strategy, and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to solve challenging technical problems. If you thrive in a hands-on engineering environment, enjoy solving complex technical challenges, and want to help shape the future of laboratory testing and electrical infrastructure technology, we encourage you to apply. Why This Role Is Unique Few engineering positions offer the opportunity to influence product development, laboratory testing, industry standards compliance, laboratory infrastructure strategy, and technical innovation simultaneously. This role provides exposure to: High-voltage, high-current, and pulsed-power testing systems Utility transmission and distribution technologies Advanced instrumentation and data acquisition systems Research and development activities Laboratory automation and modernization initiatives Industry standards and compliance programs Engineering leadership and mentoring opportunities Strategic laboratory investment and capability planning #LI-SL1 A Day In The Life Lead Advanced Test Programs Serve as the technical lead for high-voltage and pulsed-power testing activities, partnering with R&D, product engineering, quality, manufacturing, and customers to define requirements and execute comprehensive test programs. Develop test strategies, detailed test plans, schedules, acceptance criteria, and technical reports for complex engineering validation and qualification activities. Provide hands-on technical leadership during challenging and high-visibility testing activities. Review and approve technical test reports and laboratory data packages to ensure technical accuracy, quality, and compliance. Serve as a Technical Subject Matter Expert Provide expert-level guidance on high-voltage surge arrester testing, high-voltage insulator testing, dielectric testing, impulse testing, and related qualification activities. Interpret industry standards and customer requirements and translate them into robust laboratory methods and repeatable test procedures. Support internal engineering teams and customers by providing technical consultations and recommendations related to testing requirements and product performance. Drive Laboratory Innovation and Capability Growth Evaluate emerging technologies, instrumentation, automation solutions, and advanced measurement techniques to improve testing capability, efficiency, safety, and data quality. Identify future laboratory needs and develop recommendations for capital investments, equipment modernization, automation initiatives, and infrastructure improvements. Lead specification, validation, commissioning, and deployment of new test systems and laboratory equipment. Share ownership of the technical roadmap for new and enhanced laboratory capabilities. Support Product Development and Engineering Research Partner closely with product development and simulation teams to correlate analysis models with physical test data. Define validation strategies and experimental programs that improve engineering confidence and accelerate product development. Apply engineering analysis, statistical methods, and data interpretation techniques to support design decisions and continuous improvement initiatives. Contribute to technical investigations involving product performance, reliability, and failure analysis. Lead Quality, Accreditation, and Continuous Improvement Support and sustain laboratory accreditation activities in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025 requirements. Maintain audit readiness and participate in internal audits, external audits, proficiency programs, and quality system improvement initiatives. Develop, review, and maintain technical procedures, work instructions, and laboratory documentation. Lead investigations involving test nonconformances, equipment issues, and quality concerns using formal root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies. Develop Engineering Talent Mentor laboratory engineers and technicians by providing technical coaching, guidance, and professional development support. Promote best practices in laboratory safety, test methodology development, data integrity, and technical reporting. Help establish a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. What will help you thrive in this role? Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Physics, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline. Minimum 5 years of engineering experience in one or more of the following: Engineering laboratories; Product development and testing; Electrical utility systems; Power systems engineering; Electrical equipment manufacturing; Research and development; Reliability engineering; Compliance or certification testing; Energy systems; or Industrial equipment development. Experience developing and/or executing engineering test programs, validation plans, or qualification activities. Experience using laboratory instrumentation, data acquisition systems, test equipment, measurement systems, or engineering analysis tools. Familiarity with industry standards and technical requirements such as IEC, IEEE, ANSI, ASTM, ISO, or similar engineering standards. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate complex technical information to diverse audiences. Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects from concept through execution. Self-motivated with the ability to manage priorities and drive results with limited supervision. Ability to travel up to 15% domestically and internationally. Qualifications That Will Set You Apart Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline. Experience with high-voltage, high-current, impulse, dielectric, environmental, mechanical, reliability, or endurance testing. Experience working within an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory environment. Experience supporting utility equipment, power systems, electrical research, or transmission and distribution products. Experience with controls, automation systems, PLCs, data acquisition platforms, or automated test systems. Experience reviewing mechanical and electrical designs and supporting laboratory equipment integration projects. Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering projects or technical teams. Familiarity with simulation correlation, modeling validation, or digital engineering workflows. Familiarity with LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python, Visual Basic, C/C++, or other engineering programming tools. Success in This Role Successful candidates are curious, technically driven engineers who enjoy solving difficult problems, leading complex projects, and collaborating across disciplines. They possess the technical depth to serve as a trusted subject matter expert while also bringing the leadership, communication, and strategic thinking necessary to influence the future direction of a growing engineering laboratory. Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 35 pounds. Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying environmental conditions. Ability to work near laboratory test equipment and industrial machinery. Ability to travel up to 15%. Ability to communicate effectively and use computers and related engineering equipment as needed to perform assigned responsibilities. Hubbell Incorporated Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently. The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses. We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe. Hubbell Utility Solutions Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible. Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class. The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.