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Footwear Test Engineer
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VanderHouwen
Beaverton, OR (In Person)
$83,200 Salary, Full-Time
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Footwear Test Engineer VanderHouwen - 3.9 Beaverton, OR Job Details Contract Up to $40 an hour 13 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering Statistics Experimental data reports Content creation for technical audiences Performance testing in mechanical engineering Quality control product testing CAD Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering Mechanical Engineering Performance Reporting Project timeline management Biomechanics Biomedical Engineering Mid-level Technical report writing Collaboration with product development teams Laboratory reports Continuous improvement Data reporting support Test Execution (Quality assurance practices) Test analysis Materials science Research findings presentation 2 years Bachelor's degree in materials science Mechanical product validation projects Communication skills Project stakeholder communication Mechanical knowledge Materials Science Full Job Description Footwear Test Engineer Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and technically curious Footwear Test Engineer to support product testing initiatives within a fast-paced innovation and development environment. This individual will play a key role in evaluating product performance through hands-on laboratory testing, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration with product and engineering teams. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who can confidently translate technical findings into actionable insights for both technical and non-technical audiences while thriving in an evolving and team-oriented setting. This role is on-site in Beaverton, Oregon. Footwear Test Engineer Responsibilities Execute materials and mechanical product testing within a laboratory environment using established testing procedures and equipment. Operate and support testing activities involving specialized equipment such as Instron or similar mechanical testing systems. Analyze test data, document findings, and generate detailed reports to communicate product performance results to cross-functional teams. Collaborate closely with engineering, product creation, and development partners to support product validation and quality initiatives. Assist with test planning, protocol execution, and continuous improvement efforts related to laboratory processes and testing accuracy. Support multiple concurrent testing projects while maintaining strong attention to detail and meeting project timelines. Communicate technical concepts and testing outcomes clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Contribute to a collaborative lab environment by partnering with engineers, testers, and project teams on product evaluation efforts. Footwear Test Engineer Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Biomedical Engineering, or a related technical field is required. Minimum of 2 years of experience in laboratory testing, materials testing, product testing, or a related engineering environment. Hands-on experience operating mechanical or materials testing equipment is required. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to simplify technical information for diverse audiences. Experience collecting, interpreting, and analyzing test data to support engineering decisions. Ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities, and navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced environment. Exposure to statistical analysis methods and reporting tools is preferred. Basic knowledge of biomechanics, CAD systems, or product performance evaluation is a plus. Prior experience supporting footwear, consumer products, or athletic product testing environments is highly preferred.