TEST ENGINEER - $67,000+ /DOE

Tech Ord•Clear Lake, SD

32d•$67,000

About The Position

Test Engineer (Electrical/Mechanical Engineer) Reports to: Quality Manager Work Location: Clear Lake, SD Functional Area: Quality/Test Lab Required Travel: none Exempt Status: Exempt Salary Range: $67,000+ /DOE Schedule: Monday-Thursday Tech Ord also offers a commuter cost sharing program Job Summary: The Test Engineer will be responsible for developing product performance test plans and assuring conformance of existing test plans to customer specifications. This position will also be responsible for development of test hardware and equipment setups. They will be working with the product (project) engineering group to assure the most efficient and accurate methods for product testing.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the United States (ITAR restrictions).
Must be at least 18 years of age to work at this facility.
Must be eligible to possess explosives under the Safe Explosives Act of 2003 (as amended) as required by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) for all employees of Tech Ord.
B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering; or has demonstrated experience performing most if not all essential job functions.
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office, primarily Excel, and demonstrated ability to learn and master application specific software is required.
Ability to read, interpret, and create engineering drawings and specifications. (2D or 3D CAD)
Ability to work effectively with other employees as part of a team.
Ability to set and establish priorities.
Ability to multi-task in support of end-result/goal.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to communicate and document effectively in English.
Function specific RCRA training upon hire.

Nice To Haves

An affinity to electrical engineering/testing with a knowledge in mechanical design tolerancing is preferred.
Related experience in quality conformance testing is preferred.
Familiarity/quick to grasp for operation of: Oscilloscopes, Vibration Equipment, Vision System, X-Ray System, and electrical inspection equipment (IR Meter, Resistance Meter, ESD tester, etc.) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Writes new test plans and reviews existing test plans for assuring conformance to customer specifications.
Develops and maintains test setups and equipment including generations of engineering drawings &schematics and tooling design & ordering.
Designs and builds electrical test circuits and data acquisition setups.
Provides training on the proper use of equipment.
Supports test technicians in the Test Lab in training, setups, and troubleshooting problems.
Works with product (project) engineering to troubleshoot performance issues found during testing or being evaluated by testing.
Evaluates potential technology upgrades.
Hosts customer visits and tours of testing facilities.
Performs statistical analysis of data to characterize product performance and test repeatability.
Supports test readiness reviews with customers.
Performs other work-related duties as assigned.