The Test Engineer is responsible for planning, developing, executing, and documenting laboratory testing activities to validate product performance, reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance. This role supports product development, manufacturing, quality, and customer requirements through testing, data analysis, and technical problem solving.
Required Skills and Abilities:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Engineering Technology, Physics, or a related technical field. Minimum 3 years of experience in product testing, validation, quality engineering, reliability engineering, or laboratory testing. Experience designing and executing engineering test programs and validation plans. Experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting technical data. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
Experience within HVAC, thermal management, electromechanical, industrial, automotive, or consumer product industries. Experience with automated testing and control systems such as LabVIEW, Siemens PLCs, Allen-Bradley PLCs, or similar platforms. Experience with programming or scripting languages such as Python, VBA, LabVIEW, Structured Text, or Function Block Diagram (FBD). Familiarity with data acquisition systems and instrumentation from NI, Keysight, Ahlborn, or similar suppliers. Experience with statistical analysis tools such as Minitab, DIAdem, MATLAB, or equivalent software. Familiarity with Design of Experiments (DOE), Verification & Validation (V&V), and statistical process analysis. Experience working with product certification and compliance requirements including UL, CSA, IEC, CE, or similar standards. Experience with DFMEA, PFMEA, and other risk assessment methodologies. Understanding of electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and engineering specifications.
