Associate Test Engineer

Sound Seal Inc•North Aurora, IL

9h•$60,000 - $72,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Test Engineer is an entry-level role providing technical support and assistance with the design, development, and implementation of field and laboratory test procedures. The engineer works with senior engineers and other team members to support project success and compliance with industry standards. The position conducts acoustical testing and analysis, develops test plans and procedures, and prepares formal reports in accordance with applicable ASTM, ISO, and ANSI standards and Riverbank Acoustical Laboratories’ Quality Management System. Work includes standard and customized acoustical measurements, laboratory sound absorption and sound transmission loss testing, and research and analysis projects for the laboratory, its customers, and the acoustics community. The role is based at Riverbank Acoustical Laboratories in Geneva, Illinois, and requires occasional travel, approximately 15–30%, to locations around the United States and military facilities. Physical requirements include extended computer work while seated, lifting up to 30 pounds unassisted, climbing stairs and ladders, hearing audible sounds, adequate visual acuity, and working in various environmental conditions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Acoustics, Physics, or a related field.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Good communication and teamwork abilities.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Basic understanding of engineering principles and practices.
Strong mathematical skills.
Expertise with modern acoustical test instrumentation and software.
Strong technical writing skills.
Personal integrity appropriate for a scientific research facility and ability to work as a self-motivated individual contributor in a laboratory testing environment.
Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance if necessary.
Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds unassisted.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
Ability to hear audible sounds and have good visual acuity.
Ability to work in various environmental conditions.
Ability to travel occasionally, approximately 15–30%, to locations in the United States and military facilities.

Nice To Haves

Two years of acoustical engineering experience is desired but not required.
Calculus or higher-level mathematics is desired.
Proficiency with CAD software such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
Experience with computer programming in C, Python, MATLAB, or VB.NET.
Familiarity with B&K PULSE LabShop and the 2270 Sound Level Meter.
A passion for acoustical engineering and materials science.

Responsibilities

Conduct basic engineering calculations and analyses.
Participate in project planning and coordination meetings.
Maintain and update engineering documentation and records.
Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
Provide technical support to other departments as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Laboratory Manager.
Conduct research and analysis projects for RAL, its customers, and the acoustics community.
Write formal test reports for RAL test procedures in conformance with international test standards and the RAL Quality Management System.
Perform acoustical test procedures in conformance with relevant national or international standards and the RAL Quality Management System, including field sound transmission measurements, impedance tube measurements, and sound power measurements and reference sound source calibrations.
Develop Standard Operating Procedures according to current ASTM, ISO, and ANSI standards.
Develop customized test plans and perform non-standard acoustical measurement procedures as engineering support.
Perform laboratory sound absorption and sound transmission loss test procedures according to defined standard operating procedures.