Apollo Technical has an immediate need for a Test Lab Engineer.

Responsibilities Test Execution & Protocol Development:

Plan, create, and execute detailed test protocols, procedures, and validation plans for both new and existing fluid connector products.

Test Fixture & Lab Setup:

Design, assemble, and maintain custom laboratory test fixtures, instrumentation, sensors, and data acquisition (DAQ) equipment.

Physical & Environmental Testing:

Conduct hands-on mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, environmental, durability, reliability, cycle-life, and pressure/flow/leakage testing.

Data Analysis & Technical Reporting:

Analyze test data and draft technical reports containing clear conclusions, performance trends, and recommendations.

Failure Analysis & Continuous Improvement:

Identify performance issues, support root cause investigations, execute corrective actions, and validate engineering change requests (ECRs).

Design Verification Collaboration:

Partner with design engineers during early product development to evaluate prototypes and verify design requirements prior to full market launch.

Compliance & Lab Maintenance:

Ensure all testing aligns with industry standards, internal specifications, and safety guidelines; maintain comprehensive laboratory records and traceability.

Qualifications & Requirements Education:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline.

Experience:

Hands-on experience in product testing, validation, lab engineering, or product development—ideally with mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or fluid handling products.

Root Cause & Problem Solving:

Demonstrated experience using structured problem-solving methodologies and root cause analysis.

Instrumentation & Data Acquisition:

Proficiency with lab instrumentation, sensors, and DAQ systems, alongside the ability to read engineering drawings and specs.

Validation Methodologies:

Knowledge of Design Verification (DV) and Product Validation (PV) processes, reliability testing, and performance testing standards.

Software Tools:

High proficiency with Microsoft Excel/Office for data analysis and reporting; familiarity with CAD software and engineering data management systems is preferred.

Travel & Work Environment:

Onsite position based in Duncan, SC; willing to travel up to 10% (domestic and international); ability to sit at a desk and lift/carry lab equipment up to 25 lbs as needed.