Test Engineer II

Air Squared Manufacturing•Thornton, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Air Squared Manufacturing is seeking a Test Engineer II to join its growing team. The company manufactures scroll-type compressors, vacuum pumps, and expanders for medical, aerospace, fuel cell, and power generation industries. This role focuses on designing test stands and testing new scroll compressor and vacuum pump designs, including liquid-cooled oil-free compressors for auxiliary air systems on fully electric trucks and buses. The successful candidate will turn test data into clear recommendations for the design team. The position is based in Thornton, Colorado. It is full-time and exempt, with a stated pay range of $82,000–$98,000 per year, based on qualifications and experience. Occasional travel may be required, and overtime availability is needed as required.

Requirements

B.S. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience with a proven track record in testing.
Minimum 3 years of experience as a test engineer.
Experience using LabVIEW for data acquisition and analysis.
Proficiency with CAD software, such as SolidWorks, to interpret test stand designs.
Familiarity with Controller Area Network (CAN) bus.
Knowledge of Vector tools such as CANalyzer, CANoe, or similar.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Python for test data analysis.
Experience with PLC programming and control systems for test stand automation.
Experience with BLDC motors and controllers.
Experience with common troubleshooting instruments such as DMMs, oscilloscopes, and function generators.
Working knowledge of thermodynamics and heat transfer as applied to compressor performance.
Background in automotive.

Responsibilities

Design and build test stands for evaluating scroll compressor and vacuum pump performance.
Select and install test instrumentation, including pressure transducers, flow meters, and temperature sensors, for accurate data collection.
Develop test plans and conduct performance, durability, and life testing of prototypes.
Map compressor and vacuum pump performance across speed and pressure, including flow, power, efficiency, and discharge temperature, and produce performance curves and data sheets.
Analyze test data, diagnose issues, and recommend design solutions.
Perform teardown and failure analysis of tested and field-returned units, and support root cause analysis and corrective action with Design and Product Engineering.
Write comprehensive test plans and formal test reports summarizing test setup and results, including customer reports.
Run thermal and acoustic testing using in-house thermal chambers and a sound booth.
Coordinate outside laboratory testing for shock and vibration, thermal shock, and EMC/EMI.
Program and maintain LabVIEW applications to automate data acquisition and analysis.
Communicate with motor controllers and vehicle systems over CAN bus using Vector tools.
Maintain instrument calibration records and test equipment health to ensure measurement accuracy.
Support production and end-of-line test development as products move toward release.
Support the design team with cost optimization testing and material testing.
Ensure test stands and laboratory practices meet safety requirements for pressurized equipment, rotating machinery, and high-voltage systems.
Train and mentor engineering technicians on test procedures and data analysis.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Travel occasionally as required, be available for overtime as needed, and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health insurance through Cigna, with an optional HSA plan and $10 per pay period matching.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Long-term disability insurance paid by the employer.
Group and voluntary life insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Safety shoe allowance.
Three weeks of PTO accrual and paid holidays.
Parental leave.
Educational reimbursement.
Catered company lunches on a quarterly basis.
Company summer picnic for employees and their families.
Department activities budget.
Company happy hours, trivia night, and other activities.
Casual dress code.
Employee referral program.
Employee recognition awards.
9/80 work schedule.