Test Engineer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field required, subject to Compensation review.
• 0–2 years of relevant engineering, manufacturing, testing, or laboratory experience; relevant internships, co-ops, or academic laboratory projects may qualify.
• Foundational understanding of engineering principles, measurements, and data analysis.
• Ability to follow technical specifications, test procedures, safety rules, and quality documentation.
• Basic familiarity with laboratory equipment and testing concepts, and ability to learn fiber optic test systems, environmental chambers, and vibration and mechanical test systems.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Clear written and verbal communication, attention to detail, and ability to collaborate across departments.
• Ability to organize assigned work, maintain accurate records, and request guidance when test results or requirements are unclear.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to fiber optics, cable manufacturing, product testing, or ISO 9001 quality systems.
• Familiarity with statistical tools such as Minitab.
• Quality or continuous-improvement training.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned optical, mechanical, and environmental tests for product qualification, requalification, customer investigations, and process improvement according to established test methods.
• Prepare samples, configure approved test fixtures and equipment, and verify test setups against documented procedures, seeking guidance as needed.
• Collect, organize, and initially analyze test data; prepare accurate test records and draft reports for engineering review.
• Review test specifications and identify assigned testing requirements; escalate unclear, conflicting, or unusual requirements to senior personnel.
• Support the laboratory calibration and testing program by maintaining records, performing assigned checks, and following quality system requirements.
• Assist with routine equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and identification of laboratory supply or equipment needs.
• Help coordinate daily test activities and maintain testing schedules and sample status under laboratory leadership direction.
• Assist with yearly requalification testing and track required tests and documentation.
• Support preparation and revision of test methods, work instructions, and equipment documentation under engineering review.
• Participate in reviews of test results with design, product, and quality engineers; promptly communicate observations and potential nonconformances.
• Assist with customer type approvals, audits, and external laboratory testing by organizing records and supporting assigned activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts focused on test repeatability, laboratory safety, efficiency, and documentation accuracy.

Benefits

• Flexible time off policy
• 401K company match up to 4%, dollar for dollar
• Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options
• Opportunities for career advancement