Prototype Lab & Test Engineer

PROTERIAL CABLE AMERICA, INC•Farmington Hills, MI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible to build prototypes as well as test products to ensure performance and compliance to regulatory & customer requirements. Work is primarily located in R&D facilities with use of several types of technical equipment. Responsible Engineer will be required to operate equipment, produce analysis of test data, write reports, and partake in discussion over product performance.

Requirements

An Engineering degree in non-destructive testing, applied technology, or similar.
5+ years’ experience with Laboratory Test & Prototype Build Experience
Experience operating laboratory test equipment typical to product development environments
Proficiency in testing procedures and protocols.
Analytical thinking and abilities.
Report writing and document analysis skills.
Ability to work with data and numbers.
Problem-solving skills and decisive knowledge of appropriate testing methods.
Ability to work unsupervised.
Familiarity with ISO / TS16949, APQP procedures and deliverables
Proficient with Computers and MS Product Suite.
Ability to use CAD tools & 3D Printing systems

Responsibilities

Test Products for safety, compliance and performance
Examine and investigate specific aspects and components of products
Compiling reports on findings and testing data gathered
Maintaining lab and testing equipment regularly
Implementing changes in testing protocols as required
Recommending technical and procedural additions to test processes
Troubleshoot and repair of industrial automation equipment, including knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical systems (cams, gears), and industrial electronics
Ensure all tests are executed by the plan and within specifications outlined
Monitors product on test (understands test suites), and test equipment for faults and diagnoses and corrects equipment issues
Maintains test data files, and databases and reports test status and non-conformances to engineering teams
Ability to read assembly prints and assemble units per print
Measure parts as necessary to confirm conformance to drawings.
Work overtime as required.
Perform all other responsibilities as designated by the supervisor.
Design, modify or fabricate experimental parts used in development
Perform evaluations on products and components with minimal to no supervision
Select and install new lab equipment as necessary
Manage multiple demanding deadlines
Fabricate test fixtures, prepare and conduct bench and field tests