Test Engineer

The Test Engineer maintains and operates the engineering laboratory, ensuring all test equipment is functional, calibrated, and compliant with safety and quality standards. This role develops and executes test methods and procedures for new and existing products, supports validation activities, and collaborates closely with design engineering to interpret customer requirements and provide clear, documented test results and risk assessments. Responsibilities

• Maintain the engineering lab area, ensuring test equipment remains in good working order and is calibrated when necessary.
• Ensure lab facilities comply with all applicable safety regulations and policies.
• Analyze and define methods and processes for evaluating new and existing products.
• Perform tests according to specified directions, procedures, and test plans.
• Assist engineering staff with testing activities, including validation testing and general lab testing.
• Conduct laboratory testing and accurately report and document test results as specified.
• Collaborate with design engineering to interpret customer validation requests and translate them into appropriate test plans and procedures.
• Provide project status updates and risk assessments to engineering personnel in a timely and clear manner.
• Complete all required documentation for lab requests and maintain accurate records of test activities.
• Fabricate test setups and test equipment as required, using appropriate hand and power tools.
• Assist in the selection, acquisition, and set-up of new test equipment for the lab.
• Support the development and implementation of test standards and maintain the documentation system for these standards.
• Schedule lab work based on engineering priorities to meet project timelines effectively.
• Ensure company quality system procedures are followed as they relate to the test engineering function.
• Maintain an adequate level of technical proficiency in subjects relevant to the scope of work.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or required to support engineering and laboratory operations.

• Proficiency in using and maintaining test equipment in an engineering laboratory environment.
• Experience with test procedure development and execution for product evaluation and validation.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and translate them into practical test setups and procedures.
• Skill in fabricating test fixtures and equipment using hand and power tools.
• Experience operating vibration shaker testing equipment and environmental chambers.
• Working knowledge of data acquisition techniques and systems.
• Ability to analyze test data and document results clearly and accurately.
• Strong organizational skills to schedule and prioritize lab work based on engineering needs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products for documentation, reporting, and communication.
• Hands-on experience with LabVIEW for test control, automation, and data acquisition.
• Understanding of and adherence to safety regulations and quality system procedures.
• B.S. degree in engineering plus 5 years of related experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Basic electrical wiring skills to support test setup and equipment configuration.
• Experience in test development for both new and existing products.
• Ability to work collaboratively with design engineering and other technical staff.
• Strong attention to detail in maintaining test standards and documentation systems.
• Capability to assess project risks and communicate them effectively to engineering personnel.
• Commitment to continuous learning to maintain technical proficiency in relevant subjects., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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