Production Test Technician

Join Atlas Copco Compressors LLC as a Production Test Technician, playing a vital role in assuring the superior quality, reliability, and safety of our compressor systems. This position offers a unique opportunity to spearhead the design and optimization of advanced testing strategies that guarantee product excellence and foster continuous manufacturing improvements.

• Lead the creation, implementation, and enhancement of comprehensive testing protocols that maximize product integrity, throughput efficiency, and adherence to all safety and industry standards.
• Initiate and oversee pilot testing initiatives leveraging cutting-edge technologies and advanced data analytics to improve test accuracy, reduce costs, and promote a safer working environment.
• Evaluate feasibility and manage projects related to new testing equipment integration, test floor layout optimization, and automation implementation to support scalable production processes.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Manufacturing to standardize and refine testing methodologies that enhance reliability and quality.
• Conduct detailed mechanical and electrical testing on compressors and dryers, ensuring precision and compliance with strict standard operating procedures.
• Monitor key test parameters such as vibration, pressure, and temperature to assess equipment health and contribute to proactive maintenance and quality control.
• Design, configure, and maintain sophisticated test setups involving electrical and mechanical interfaces and auxiliary systems that simulate authentic operational conditions.
• Prepare detailed, accurate documentation and reports of testing activities using specialized software tools to support traceability, auditing, and continual quality improvement.
• Manage calibration schedules and perform preventive maintenance for all test apparatus, safeguarding the consistency and integrity of test results over production cycles.
• Serve as an expert liaison, effectively communicating complex test data and insights to engineering and operations teams to facilitate rapid issue resolution and improvement.
• Supervise the final quality assurance process, ensuring every product complies with company standards and customer expectations before shipment.
• Champion a culture of safety within the test environment by enforcing compliance with all corporate policies and government regulations to protect personnel and assets.

• Engage closely with Process Engineering, Assembly, Quality, and Operations teams to align test engineering activities with production objectives and quality targets.
• Provide expert training, mentorship, and support to manufacturing and testing personnel to improve skills, safety awareness, and quality standards.
• Lead and participate in organization-wide workshops and innovation programs to encourage knowledge exchange and adoption of industry best practices.

• Stay current with emerging trends in testing technologies, automation, and process improvements relevant to compressor manufacturing and allied sectors.
• Proactively identify and campaign for the adoption of new tools, software, and automation systems that enhance testing operations and production efficiency.
• Contribute strategically to the evolution of the test engineering function, ensuring its alignment with long-term business goals and operational resilience.

• Demonstrated experience in industrial testing environments, ideally within compressor manufacturing, rotating machinery, or heavy industrial equipment sectors.
• Proven ability to design, implement, and manage intricate testing systems that uphold safety standards and operational excellence.

A master's degree or advanced qualifications in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Engineering Sciences, or a closely related discipline is highly advantageous. Candidates with significant practical experience coupled with relevant academic credentials will be strongly considered.

• Highly self-motivated with advanced interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across organizational levels.
• Adaptable leadership style blending decisive action with team inspiration and support.
• Analytical thinker with keen attention to detail and a methodical approach to complex problem-solving.
• Strong accountability with a proactive mindset focused on measurable operational outcomes.
• Strategic intellect comfortable interpreting both shop floor realities and overarching business strategies.
• Resilience and resourcefulness to confidently meet evolving manufacturing challenges.
• Ability to cultivate and leverage robust internal and external professional relationships.

• Join a vibrant and inclusive corporate culture grounded in mutual respect, trust, and open communication, where diverse contributions are valued and recognized.
• Benefit from a comprehensive suite of career development initiatives, including ongoing learning programs, specialized technical training, and clearly defined progression pathways within a globally respected leader in compressor technology.
• Engage in an innovative and creative environment focused on investing in state-of-the-art technology and encouraging pioneering ideas that shape the future of the industry.
• Receive a competitive salary complemented by an attractive benefits package, flexible perks, and a company-supported 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions to secure your financial wellbeing.
• Access extensive health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, alongside family-friendly leave policies that support balanced work-life integration.
• Utilize tuition reimbursement programs designed to support your continuous educational and professional certification endeavors, fostering lifelong learning and career advancement.
• Enjoy generous paid time off including multiple weeks of vacation, fixed public holidays, and additional floating holidays for personal and family needs.
• Collaborate daily with highly skilled colleagues implementing innovative manufacturing methodologies within a global organization deeply committed to sustainability, operational excellence, and social responsibility.
• Thrive in a workplace that prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, actively promoting accessibility and equitable opportunities for all to succeed and grow professionally.

This exciting role is based at our cutting-edge manufacturing facility located in Rock Hill, South Carolina, USA. We offer a modern hybrid working arrangement combining remote work flexibility with important on-site collaboration to support a balanced, inclusive, and adaptive working environment tailored to the needs of our diverse workforce.