Temp Associate Project Engineer

Victaulic • Easton, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for assisting Project Engineers with laboratory and field testing, layouts, prototype support, and material/equipment transport to support product development and validation activities.

Requirements

• Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or pursuing a Bachelor’s (at least 3rd year) degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field
• 0–3 years of experience in engineering testing or technical support
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude and safe use of tools and test equipment
• Familiarity with laboratory testing methods and data collection
• Basic proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to lift and move materials/equipment for lab setups
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to remain flexible and quickly pivot between tasks or priorities
• Valid Driver’s License

Responsibilities

• Laboratory & Testing Support: Set up, conduct, and document laboratory tests to support engineering evaluations. Operate mechanical test equipment, instrumentation, and data-collection tools. Prepare test samples, prototypes, fixtures, and equipment needed for validation activities. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment.
• Engineering & Layout Support: Assist in developing engineering layouts, test setups, and fixture designs using CAD tools (2D or 3D). Support Project Engineers in creating and updating drawings, schematics, and test documentation. Assist in preparation of materials, hardware, and equipment for engineering builds and experiments.
• Material Handling & Logistics: Coordinate the transport of test materials, prototypes, and components. Track inventory of test materials and request replenishment as needed. Assist with shipping/receiving of engineering samples or external testing materials.
• Project & Cross-Functional Support: Assist engineers with collection and organization of test data, photos, and documentation. Support prototype builds, assembly tests, and evaluations of new designs. Support Alpha and Beta testing activities requiring professional interactions with customers and sales personnel. Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to support testing needs. Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and sourcing to adjust and qualify new production tooling. Occasional travel to vendors, manufacturing sites, or job sites.
• Documentation & Compliance: Accurately document tests, results, and observations per department procedures. Follow established documentation standards and proper handling of confidential information. Support maintenance and calibration of lab equipment and instrumentation.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees