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About this Test Engineer role at Ecolab

Ecolab · Onsite · USA - California - Los Angeles

As a Test Engineer for Wastech Systems & Ovivo Electronics USA by Ecolab, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of water treatment and process systems through comprehensive in-house testing activities. This position partners closely with engineering, project management, and manufacturing teams to support continuous improvement efforts and help advance innovative solutions that address one of the world’s most critical resources: water.

What’s in it For You:

  • Opportunity to contribute to innovative water treatment technologies that make a meaningful impact on sustainability and resource conservation.
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, and project management.
  • Exposure to a variety of industrial process equipment and testing methodologies.
  • Career development opportunities within a global organization committed to innovation and operational excellence.
  • Opportunity to influence product quality and performance through hands-on testing and continuous improvement initiatives.

What You Will Do:

  • Perform in-house Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) on equipment and systems to verify performance and compliance with specifications.
  • Troubleshoot equipment and system issues identified during testing and collaborate with engineering teams on drawing revisions and software updates.
  • Complete and maintain FAT, pressure test, and leak test documentation to support quality and compliance requirements.
  • Provide feedback and lessons learned to engineering, project management, and manufacturing teams to improve future designs and processes.
  • Support manufacturing operations with the setup and configuration of temporary test equipment.
  • Apply and verify system tags and labels to ensure accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
  • Capture, organize, and maintain engineering and marketing photographs of completed systems and equipment.
  • Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement throughout all testing activities.

Position Details (Location & Work Schedule):

  • Location: Chatsworth, CA
  • Work Environment: Office and manufacturing/shop environment with hands-on equipment testing responsibilities.
  • Travel: Minimal travel may be required based on business needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
  • 2 to 3 years of relevant engineering experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
  • Familiarity with industrial process equipment and testing procedures.
  • Experience using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a customer-focused approach.
  • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience performing Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) or commissioning activities on industrial systems.
  • Knowledge of pressure testing, leak testing, and quality documentation practices.
  • Experience working in water treatment, process systems, or related industrial manufacturing environments.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple testing activities and documentation requirements.
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and resolve technical issues.

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range:

$70,000-75,000 Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits 

Ecolab provides the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, identity theft protection, short-term and long-term disability, 401k, pension plans, retirement health care benefits, short-term incentives, vacation (12 days), holidays, parental leave, employee stock purchase plans (Full-Time Associates), discount on day care services and caregiver services, adoption assistance, group legal services, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and education assistance program, on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations. Click here for additional benefits information. If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.


Potential Customer Requirements Notice

To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:

- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.


Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 

Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.  

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About Ecolab

A trusted partner at nearly three million customer locations, Ecolab ( NYSE: ECL ) is a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resources vital to life . Building on a century of innovation, wi th an annual sales of $15 billion and more than 48,000 associates, Ecolab delivers comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more

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